2019 Turbo Levo Owners Thread

[Maastricht]

I've just removed the battery for the first time to charge it, and this little part came off. I'm wondering if it's supposed to go:
- between the battery and the frame, but never got to properly align the part
- between the frame and the battery's mud protection, but spacing seems to be bigger than it used to be before I removed the battery
- maybe it goes somewhere else?

Thanks for your help guys!

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Also see this link (only available in German):
Turbo Levo MY19 Batterie Informationen

 

[Kiwi in Wales]

So I took my Levo 2019 out for its first proper ride today and I bloody loved it. 22.35 miles in total, 13 mile round trip on road to and from the trails and 9.35 miles off road on QECP singletrack. Got home with 4% of the battery remaining and that was a mix of all modes although mainly trail used for the off road stuff with a few blasts of turbo here and there. Bearing in mind I am 6ft 2" and approx 16 stone I thought this was pretty good. I can fine tune that I'm sure.

I have the base model Levo and for the riding that I mainly do, the spec has worked extremely well and I see no reason to change anything at this early stage (pedals and tubeless are a must though).The Sektor fork performed better than I expected and for standard single track riding Its a perfect starting point, same goes for the level T brakes. Both would probably need to be upgraded in line with your riding type if need be but for a base model they work extremely well and I was impressed with both.
Having never ridden a 29er before I was dubious how it would handle but again I was blown away with just how easy to control and playful the bike was. I was popping wheelies and jumping the bike with ease and it felt great. It works, it just bloody works.

I did keep and eye on the build up of debris behind the back wheel and have attached a photo of during and after the ride for those interested in how this may be a problem. Strangely there was less debris at the end of the ride so Its either all ended up inside the motor or simply fell away from the frame during the ride. I'm not bothered where it went, as if a problem arises from this I will simply get it sorted by Specialized under warranty. The bike is being ridden as intended.

The motor by the way, was quiet, very quiet. You know its there at times, as you should but overall this thing sounds good and so far and I have no concerns. Great power too.

For prospective buyers, get the spec you can afford and don't be swayed by going up a level because you think you need better components. The bike works at base level and it works well. Upgrades can come later when you know what you need to change. Don't get me wrong if you can afford it then level up but don't feel you need to.

Bottom line is, I bloody love this bike and what it can do and I think you will too.

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Great mini review and totally agree with you on the base spec. There really is no point changing anything until you have had a good few off road blasts on it. Until then how could you possibly know what you need to change? Well said and enjoy your new bike ?

 

[Levo Lution]

So I took my Levo 2019 out for its first proper ride today and I bloody loved it. 22.35 miles in total, 13 mile round trip on road to and from the trails and 9.35 miles off road on QECP singletrack. Got home with 4% of the battery remaining and that was a mix of all modes although mainly trail used for the off road stuff with a few blasts of turbo here and there. Bearing in mind I am 6ft 2" and approx 16 stone I thought this was pretty good. I can fine tune that I'm sure.

I have the base model Levo and for the riding that I mainly do, the spec has worked extremely well and I see no reason to change anything at this early stage (pedals and tubeless are a must though).The Sektor fork performed better than I expected and for standard single track riding Its a perfect starting point, same goes for the level T brakes. Both would probably need to be upgraded in line with your riding type if need be but for a base model they work extremely well and I was impressed with both.
Having never ridden a 29er before I was dubious how it would handle but again I was blown away with just how easy to control and playful the bike was. I was popping wheelies and jumping the bike with ease and it felt great. It works, it just bloody works.

I did keep and eye on the build up of debris behind the back wheel and have attached a photo of during and after the ride for those interested in how this may be a problem. Strangely there was less debris at the end of the ride so Its either all ended up inside the motor or simply fell away from the frame during the ride. I'm not bothered where it went, as if a problem arises from this I will simply get it sorted by Specialized under warranty. The bike is being ridden as intended.

The motor by the way, was quiet, very quiet. You know its there at times, as you should but overall this thing sounds good and so far and I have no concerns. Great power too.

For prospective buyers, get the spec you can afford and don't be swayed by going up a level because you think you need better components. The bike works at base level and it works well. Upgrades can come later when you know what you need to change. Don't get me wrong if you can afford it then level up but don't feel you need to.

Bottom line is, I bloody love this bike and what it can do and I think you will too.

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So far the most helpful quick review for my decision-making process of getting a new bike. Thank you. Enjoy your bike?

 

[All Mountain Coaching]

View attachment 7116 Finally arrived. Now the modifications can begin. Going to be a long weekend ?

You bought an S-Works and you're "modding" it.

 

[R120]

He's doing the opposite to you, seeing how much it cost to get an S-Works up to 24kg and matching base spec

 

[All Mountain Coaching]

Do weight watchers ride ebikes!

*cough* *cough*

 

[All Mountain Coaching]

I have the base model Levo and for the riding that I mainly do, the spec has worked extremely well and I see no reason to change anything at this early stage (pedals and tubeless are a must though).The Sektor fork performed better than I expected and for standard single track riding Its a perfect starting point, same goes for the level T brakes. Both would probably need to be upgraded in line with your riding type if need be but for a base model they work extremely well and I was impressed with both.
Having never ridden a 29er before I was dubious how it would handle but again I was blown away with just how easy to control and playful the bike was. I was popping wheelies and jumping the bike with ease and it felt great. It works, it just bloody works.

I agree mate. I think the forks and brakes are actually really good. We're always told components won't live up to much, get bigger, get better and i've always listened and gone top end.

Now i've upgraded to Guide Ultimates with new pads and i can tell you there doesn't feel any more power in the brakes, in fact the bite is not as good

 

[Mathias Levo]

So I took my Levo 2019 out for its first proper ride today and I bloody loved it. 22.35 miles in total, 13 mile round trip on road to and from the trails and 9.35 miles off road on QECP singletrack. Got home with 4% of the battery remaining and that was a mix of all modes although mainly trail used for the off road stuff with a few blasts of turbo here and there. Bearing in mind I am 6ft 2" and approx 16 stone I thought this was pretty good. I can fine tune that I'm sure.

I have the base model Levo and for the riding that I mainly do, the spec has worked extremely well and I see no reason to change anything at this early stage (pedals and tubeless are a must though).The Sektor fork performed better than I expected and for standard single track riding Its a perfect starting point, same goes for the level T brakes. Both would probably need to be upgraded in line with your riding type if need be but for a base model they work extremely well and I was impressed with both.
Having never ridden a 29er before I was dubious how it would handle but again I was blown away with just how easy to control and playful the bike was. I was popping wheelies and jumping the bike with ease and it felt great. It works, it just bloody works.

I did keep and eye on the build up of debris behind the back wheel and have attached a photo of during and after the ride for those interested in how this may be a problem. Strangely there was less debris at the end of the ride so Its either all ended up inside the motor or simply fell away from the frame during the ride. I'm not bothered where it went, as if a problem arises from this I will simply get it sorted by Specialized under warranty. The bike is being ridden as intended.

The motor by the way, was quiet, very quiet. You know its there at times, as you should but overall this thing sounds good and so far and I have no concerns. Great power too.

For prospective buyers, get the spec you can afford and don't be swayed by going up a level because you think you need better components. The bike works at base level and it works well. Upgrades can come later when you know what you need to change. Don't get me wrong if you can afford it then level up but don't feel you need to.

Bottom line is, I bloody love this bike and what it can do and I think you will too.

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Brilliant review buddy! I'm awaiting my levo and can't wait to get my hands on it!

 

[James_MTB]

Can I ask what Pro Core conversion is?

Tyre insert; protects the rims

 

[robikinkela]

Hi everyone. I would like to write about how good the new Levo is (and it is so, in fact) but unfortunately a series of problems ruins everything. Yesterday morning I got dressed to go for a ride and the bike did not turn on. I went to the retailer who reset the system to me: all right. This morning, I was ready to ride and I found the bike dead. All of this is frustrating.

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Hi everyone. I would like to write about how good the new Levo is (and it is so, in fact) but unfortunately a series of problems ruins everything. Yesterday morning I got dressed to go for a ride and the bike did not turn on. I went to the retailer who reset the system to me: all right. This morning, I was ready to ride and I found the bike dead. All of this is frustrating.

Do the green battery lights show on when you connect the cable to the battery?

 

[robikinkela]

Do the green battery lights show on when you connect the cable to the battery?

Yes, it is. It all looks good, battery and connectors. I think it's a problem at the TCU. I'll let you know. Monday I'll take the bike to the workshop and we'll see.

 

[Whizz]

The connector of the battery is maybe not correctly in place, remove it and replace it.

Try to push on/off button only 1s, not several

 

[robikinkela]

The connector of the battery is maybe not correctly in place, remove it and replace it.

Try to push on/off button only 1s, not several

I tried everything, it does not work. All that remains is to bring the bike into the workshop.

 

[greenfizz]

Any experience with TCD (turbo connect display)? I got it 2 weeks ago and except the heart rate, it only shows wrong figures. As far as I understood, connection to Mission Control is actually not working (and therefore no heart rate is recorded). Any positive experience?

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

I tried everything, it does not work. All that remains is to bring the bike into the workshop.

The green LED lights should not show when the connector is plugged in to the battery. I saw this on a bike, the power cable needed to be changed. Make sure your dealer check that ?

 

[Paul Mac]

Looking at your bike I think of talking to my wife about upgrading already approved budget for my new bike ?(so far base model the most?) BTW How heavy is the M size with pedals?

Just weighed it with pedals and garmin and it weighs 21.2kg.
Happy with that ?

 

[robikinkela]

Le spie LED verdi non dovrebbero mostrare quando il connettore è collegato alla batteria. L'ho visto su una bicicletta, il cavo di alimentazione doveva essere cambiato. Assicurati che il tuo rivenditore controlli che ?

Questo è esattamente ciò che accade nel mio caso. Grazie per l'informazione!

 

[Levo Lution]

So finally Levo 2019 arrived also to my LBS ?. I test rode it today (aluminium comp) and it was very nice, smooth and quiet ride. Right after I test rode Levo 2018 (aluminium comp) which they had on 29 inch wheels for some reason. Also very nice, smooth and quiet ride. To be honest, I did not feel much difference... I know it was only short street ride (app 10 minutes each) but stil thought that I was gonna feel some difference.
Can someone who had 2018 model and now has 2019 model tell me where are the most important differences that I will actually feel / use in real riding. Thank you.

 

[eagerly]

Any experience with TCD (turbo connect display)? I got it 2 weeks ago and except the heart rate, it only shows wrong figures. As far as I understood, connection to Mission Control is actually not working (and therefore no heart rate is recorded). Any positive experience?

That is bad news. I just puchased one...did you figure it out what's wrong with it?

 

[vannibombonato]

Finally managed to do my maiden voyage today, levo 2019 expert.

70km, 1500m altitude, I left with 92% battery (my fault) and battery died on me on the last 900m. Ridden mostly on trail with some eco and turbo segments.

The strange thing is that battery was at 3%, not sure this is normal. Engine simply stopped giving power, according to mission control all systems were green. Charging battery now to check that nothing happened.

For the rest, bike was fantastic but this was an “easy” trip on country roads (safe for the river that I had to cross walking...).

 

[Smiffy277]

Finally arrived on Tuesday. Only managed 15miles since. Hoping to get more miles in next week.

 

[Matt00]

Courtesy of RaceCo Cycles. Loving the bike, from bike parks to trails its way beyond my capabilities!

 

[R120]

Courtesy of RaceCo Cycles. Loving the bike, from bike parks to trails its way beyond my capabilities!

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Is that a carbon comp thats been through the pimp wash?

 

[Matt00]

Is that a carbon comp thats been through the pimp wash?

Haha yes. Forks, rear shock, dropper and Burgtec finishing kit. Still covered in sheep crap after today but will be even dirtier after Forest of Dean tomorrow no doubt

 

[Doomanic]

Haha yes. Forks, rear shock, dropper and Burgtec finishing kit. Still covered in sheep crap after today but will be even dirtier after Forest of Dean tomorrow no doubt

Where in the FoD are you riding? I'm billy-no-mates tomorrow.

 

[Swissrob]

Courtesy of RaceCo Cycles. Loving the bike, from bike parks to trails its way beyond my capabilities!

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Stealth porn.

 

[Travelly]

Guys, Rode my Levo Expert today at the Forest of Dean and loved it. What a bike! However, issue I came across was not with the bike, but getting it onto my Thule rack. I have an older Thule rack, a 923 EuroWay 3-4 bike carrier towbar mounted rack. When trying to attack a bike arm from the carrier to the bike, it was very difficult and due to the frame design of the Levo there isnt really a good place to get it to clamp to the frame of the bike due to the thick frame. I tried so many ways to get it to clamp. I did try to get the arm and grip to go through the frame where the shock is, but it wont fit through.

I wanted to ask anyone with a Thule towbar mounted bike rack how they are securing their bike and could they show some images please?

Thanks
Ian

 

[Matt00]

Where in the FoD are you riding? I'm billy-no-mates tomorrow.

Just going to do the extended red and maybe a couple of downhills. Just waiting for a friend to confirm the time

 

[Maastricht]

Guys, Rode my Levo Expert today at the Forest of Dean and loved it. What a bike! However, issue I came across was not with the bike, but getting it onto my Thule rack. I have an older Thule rack, a 923 EuroWay 3-4 bike carrier towbar mounted rack. When trying to attack a bike arm from the carrier to the bike, it was very difficult and due to the frame design of the Levo there isnt really a good place to get it to clamp to the frame of the bike due to the thick frame. I tried so many ways to get it to clamp. I did try to get the arm and grip to go through the frame where the shock is, but it wont fit through.

I wanted to ask anyone with a Thule towbar mounted bike rack how they are securing their bike and could they show some images please?

Thanks
Ian

Does this help?