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  1. davarello

    what are people paying for 700wh batteries ?

    I should be able to get one for NZ$1350, which is 670 GBP
  2. davarello

    Tyre pressure for Butchers

    20F/25R with CushCore on both as I'm 125kg
  3. davarello

    Numb hands and sore elbows. What’s going on?

    Agree - seat back may help lighten load on your hands
  4. davarello

    Numb hands and sore elbows. What’s going on?

    I use Rogues as well, good diameter (33) and aggressive enough pattern
  5. davarello

    Numb hands and sore elbows. What’s going on?

    Definitely do some off road riding before making any changes, but it could be grips that are too small in diameter or bars that are too low (or both). The fact lowering your seat helped suggests the second may be the culprit. I changed my Levo bars to 38mm rise with a degree more backsweep...
  6. davarello

    Turbo Levo comp 2019 v 2020

    Go for the 2020 - the nicer fork and bigger battery would be worth it. I've got the 19 Comp, and the 700wh will be my next upgrade.
  7. davarello

    Base Or Comp Levo

    Wheels on my year old Comp have been surprisingly good. I'm an average speed rider downhill and not a big jumper, but at 125kg (275lb) I've broken plenty of spokes and bent some rims on previous bikes. I run CushCore on both wheels, with a Blck Dmnd Eliminator on the rear, only had one flat in...
  8. davarello

    Just about to purchase a Turbo Levo...

    I've had a 19 Comp for almost a year and so far have had a noisy motor, a faulty charger and a stuck dropper (all replaced) and worn out drive belt (after 2500kms). Everything has been replaced quickly under warranty, and it would still be far and away the best fun I've ever had in thirty years...
  9. davarello

    Knee and elbow pads

    POC VPD System Lite Knee Pads - PIT BITS - 2019 Crankworx Whistler Bikes and Tech - Mountain Biking Pictures - Vital MTB The POC VPD Lite range looks good, I'm getting the knee pads soon to replace my current POC Air ones (bit too bulky)
  10. davarello

    Gradual Battery Degradation

    One factor you can control is the depth of discharge - using up 80% or more of the capacity every ride will reduce the capacity a lot quicker than staying in the top two thirds - so to maximise battery life either ride less distance :(, use less assistance :( or just get bigger battery like I'm...
  11. davarello

    MTB Shorts for Fat Boys?

    You'd be ok in POC size XL or Ground Effect XL - I'm a 40" waist and 125kg and both of those fit well.
  12. davarello

    GPS trackers, anti theft.

    GPS is fine if you can get the cops to actually do anything about it, but w hy not just make the bikes not worth stealing? If they had the option of only operating when a paired bluetooth device (phone, watch) is in range they wouldn't be much fum to ride away on and would have far less resale...
  13. davarello

    How to decide what bike to get? What are your decision criteria?

    When I was buying a year ago, the decision for me came down to these criteria; Frame - sizing, geometry, wheel size (29 preferred) Motor - torque, tunability, preferred a full size chain ring Battery - removable without taking motor out, upgradable to higher capacity Back-up - from both dealer...
  14. davarello

    On the fence?

    I'd go for 1 or 2, depending on how much battery you really need. if you're light and riding rolling hills then 500wh would be good for 2-3 hours, but if you're heavy like me (275lbs) and climbing 2-3000 ft per ride, a 700wh would be worth the extra. I've got the 19 Comp and will be getting a...
  15. davarello

    Levo Saddle Upgrade

    I find lots of saddles too flat along the top with nothing to stop me feeling like I'm slipping off the back on steep climbs (which I can now ride on an ebike). The Ergon mentioned above does have rear ramp for this purpose or you could go a more traditional shape like the Fabric Scoop Radius...
  16. davarello

    Norco Sight VLT2 or Specialized Levo Comp?

    A deciding factor could be your size - the Levo has a higher torque motor and the larger capacity battery (if you're talking a 2020 model) both of which become more important the heavier you are. I chose the Levo last year over a Trek Powerfly LT and a Focus Jam, mainly for the 29er wheels, the...
  17. davarello

    Help with first eMTB purchase

    I chose the Levo for the extra torque to help carry my 125kg/275lb, the option of a 700wh battery and the ability to customize all the assist levels. I have had some warranty issues, but all have been sorted out immediately by my LBS.
  18. davarello

    What tires on your 2019 LEVO?

    Just changed to an 2.6 Eliminator Blck Dmnd on the rear - only been out for a couple of rides but rolls well and absolutely no squirm in corners at 25psi and 125kg rider - Cushcore helping out a well.
  19. davarello

    Average e-biker age?

    47, been riding since the 80's, had a dozen or so bikes over the years. Had a Levo for a year, definitely the best investment ive made.
  20. davarello

    Levo comp fork woes...

    I have the same bike and size. Initial setting with two tokens was way too hard with hardly any give, so they were both taken out and the pressure lowered. I'm 125kg and run the Revelations at 110psi - sag sits around 40%. Nice and plush, no bottoming - general trail and bike park riding.
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