2022 Heckler GX AXS vs 2022 Levo Turbo S-works

[zamous]

Can some please help me decide?

I loved my 2016 Bronson 2 (geometry so different now). But hoping I would have same love affair with 2022 Heckler. But I have seen a lot of people that love the Levo as well. I am a fat rider (270 lbs). Will be doing a lot of trail riding nothing Black Diamond. I love a bike I can jump, wheelie, manual, and is a comfortable ride with slack feel. I am partial to Santa Cruz brand and recently bought a Stigmata. But I do like the integrated electronics of the Specialized. IMO I think the Heckler looks so good and sexy, much better than the Levo.

But I just can't figure out which one will ride better, support a heavier rider (maybe Fox 38 better than 36) and jut be better overall as a "do everything bike" that is fun to ride. I am open to beef up either bike with aftermarket parts if there are any solid recommendations. Right now I am leaning towards the Heckler.

Thanks in advance for any opinions and feedback!!

 

[bikeguy11]

Can some please help me decide?

I loved my 2016 Bronson 2 (geometry so different now). But hoping I would have same love affair with 2022 Heckler. But I have seen a lot of people that love the Levo as well. I am a fat rider (270 lbs). Will be doing a lot of trail riding nothing Black Diamond. I love a bike I can jump, wheelie, manual, and is a comfortable ride with slack feel. I am partial to Santa Cruz brand and recently bought a Stigmata. But I do like the integrated electronics of the Specialized. IMO I think the Heckler looks so good and sexy, much better than the Levo.

But I just can't figure out which one will ride better, support a heavier rider (maybe Fox 38 better than 36) and jut be better overall as a "do everything bike" that is fun to ride. I am open to beef up either bike with aftermarket parts if there are any solid recommendations. Right now I am leaning towards the Heckler.

Thanks in advance for any opinions and feedback!!

Hey zamous. I've had both and my personal experience is that it's easier to get air time and a more playful experience on the Heckler. That being said the Levo is a great bike as well. The 38 fork option might be a consideration for you no matter which bike you choose. I agree I think the Heckler is a better "looker."

 

[Desert_Turtle]

I love my Heckler but my Levo Pro is a notch above. That being said the S Works is 2k more than the top of the line Heckler. The Fox 36 vs 38 isn’t really the dealbreaker between the 2. If you’re not jumping big stuff the 36 is actually more comfortable to ride. It’s a little bit more plush in its initial stroke. The Heckler is a lighter feeling bike if that helps.