Levo SL Gen 1 Official Levo SL Thread

[Manitunc]

heres my new levo sl comp. wanted a carbon comp but they were all sold out and didnt want to spring for the expert since I just need the frame. been trading parts from other bikes I have. added a 160 lyric fork, 210x55 dvo topaz shock, one up 200mm dropper, light bike carbon wheels, xo1 52 tooth cassette. coming soon, saint brakes cascade components link, praxis carbon crank arms and a offset bushing. weight is a tad over 42lb far lighter than my other ebike, commencal meta sx

really liking this bike. for a trail bike it handles dh pretty dam good . really rides and feels like a regular bike. been chasing a creek somewhere near headset. think it might be internal cables because I've greased everthing!

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Very similar to my carbon comp build, but why the offset bushing. I didn’t use one for my topaz t3. Just waiting for my light bicycle wheels to install my fox 36 and Shimano xt 12 speed and brakes.

 

[TomH79]

do u 5think it broke from a hard bottom out? I know legos have a very linear suspension curve and dont pair well with coils. I'm getting 5he cascade components link that's supposed to rectify that issue.

As you can see from the video posted here earlier, it broke down when launching the jump.
Did a little inspection and it seems that there have been some little crack on the shaft earlier and now it crushed.

Tested today deluxe air shock. Total bullshit vs coil.

 

[Etacata]

Very similar to my carbon comp build, but why the offset bushing. I didn’t use one for my topaz t3. Just waiting for my light bicycle wheels to install my fox 36 and Shimano xt 12 speed and brakes.

offset bushing added to slacken ha more

 

[Etacata]

As you can see from the video posted here earlier, it broke down when launching the jump.
Did a little inspection and it seems that there have been some little crack on the shaft earlier and now it crushed.

Tested today deluxe air shock. Total bullshit vs coil.

I agree, it should be able to handle hard riding without catastrophic failure. I was drawn to getting one because of its light weight. u know what weight difference there is between rs coil vs cane creek with spring?

I do mostly dh trails so im trying to walk thre line of the bike being capable but still somewhat light.

 

[TomH79]

I agree, it should be able to handle hard riding without catastrophic failure. I was drawn to getting one because of its light weight. u know what weight difference there is between rs coil vs cane creek with spring?

I do mostly dh trails so im trying to walk thre line of the bike being capable but still somewhat light.

Rs coil is elephant vs cc coil il.

 

[jcmonty]

This is what I call total bullshit.

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Dang. That Type of failure was supposed to have been solved with their larger shaft. Obviously not... my ext storia comes tomorrow . Hopefully more durable ?

 

[jcmonty]

offset bushing added to slacken ha more

I am running one. Just in the top mount as the rear mount is already “offset” with the flip chip. Just watch out if you are running longer shock stroke than stock. the shock yoke may touch the seat stays at full compression

 

[Etacata]

I am running one. Just in the top mount as the rear mount is already “offset” with the flip chip. Just watch out if you are running longer shock stroke than stock. the shock yoke may touch the seat stays at full compression

thanks for the heads up. I'm running 210x55 so I will certainly check. seems like I still have a lot of room back there, even with long shock

 

[Manitunc]

As you can see from the video posted here earlier, it broke down when launching the jump.
Did a little inspection and it seems that there have been some little crack on the shaft earlier and now it crushed.

Tested today deluxe air shock. Total bullshit vs coil.

Try the DVO

 

[TomH79]

Spoked today with several dealers.
All told the same:
Levos rear frame flexes quite alot and that causes lot of stress to pivots and shocks. Levos leverage is good what comes to usage of coil shocks.

 

[TomH79]

Try the DVO

Will not.

 

[Manitunc]

I am running one. Just in the top mount as the rear mount is already “offset” with the flip chip. Just watch out if you are running longer shock stroke than stock. the shock yoke may touch the seat stays at full compression

Are you running in low or high position

 

[Etacata]

Spoked today with several dealers.
All told the same:
Levos rear frame flexes quite alot and that causes lot of stress to pivots and shocks. Levos leverage is good what comes to usage of coil shocks.

man, the rear feels pretty solid to me and I've been hucking it! looking forward to getting the stock Roval wheel off in 3exchange for a carbon

 

[TomH79]

man, the rear feels pretty solid to me and I've been hucking it! looking forward to getting the stock Roval wheel off in 3exchange for a carbon

It might feel but when smashing to the max there are lot of forces that causes stress.
I believe dealers.

 

[Etacata]

It might feel but when smashing to the max there are lot of forces that causes stress.
I believe dealers.

gotcha. as long as there are no reported frame failures I can live with the levo SLA's rear. it really is an amazing bike!

 

[TomH79]

gotcha. as long as there are no reported frame failures I can live with the levo SLA's rear. it really is an amazing bike!

Frame will hold on but it flexes so it stresses pivots ect

 

[Etacata]

can someone please provide the headset size for the sl? it's not listed in 5he spec bike stats

 

[Great Cornholio]

165mm crank arms??

Has any one tried them / are they alaivable?

I'm getting a lot of peddle strikes and am on the smaller side for the frame size so don't want to use the flip chip if possible.

 

[shakeystart]

hey guys, I’m about to purchase a Levo SL. I’m a former competitive mountain biker from 20+ years ago and coming back to enjoy the sport In a more leisurely fashion.
so much has changed in those years it would be great to get a little advice before I part with so much hard earned cash.
My LBS has a red SL Comp in large I test rode a couple of days ago, I really liked the ride and they offered a bit of discount and a few extras thrown in like pedals and a new helmet.

what I’d like to know is do you think it’s really worth the extra £1000 to buy the SL Comp Carbon, from what I can tell the components seem to be more or less the same so am I correct in thinking it would effectively be just a slightly lighter frame?

Also I’m 5’10”, long legs slim build would it be worth me test riding a medium SL? I liked the large but got impression the shop assistant was pushing the sale of the large red SL.

5'10" also, 32" inseam...Large fits quite well, imho.

 

[jcmonty]

still running low. Going to high would effectively cancel out the offset bushing effect. I.e it hi plus offset equals stock low

 

[Madog]

165mm crank arms??

Has any one tried them / are they alaivable?

I'm getting a lot of peddle strikes and am on the smaller side for the frame size so don't want to use the flip chip if possible.

Praxis now has the carbon M30's in stock. I have them on mine. Still get some pedal strikes but not bad.

 

[Madog]

can someone please provide the headset size for the sl? it's not listed in 5he spec bike stats

According to the user manual: The headset uses a 1 1/8" (41.8 x 30.5 x 8mm, 45 x45 degree) Campagnolo Standard compatible upper bearing and a 1.5" (52mm x 40 x 7mm, 45x45 degree) lower bearing. No tools are needed for installation or removal of both bearings. Grease bearing surfaces before installation.

 

[Etacata]

According to the user manual: The headset uses a 1 1/8" (41.8 x 30.5 x 8mm, 45 x45 degree) Campagnolo Standard compatible upper bearing and a 1.5" (52mm x 40 x 7mm, 45x45 degree) lower bearing. No tools are needed for installation or removal of both bearings. Grease bearing surfaces before installation.

thank u very much!

 

[ebikerider]

man, the rear feels pretty solid to me and I've been hucking it! looking forward to getting the stock Roval wheel off in 3exchange for a carbon

Its a known issue with the Levo/SL/Stumpjumper rear end putting lots of side loads on the shock and there have many failures of these Cane Creek IL coils. Shame they haven't got it sorted because it's good to have an option of a coil without the piggyback reservoir.

 

[Great Cornholio]

Praxis now has the carbon M30's in stock. I have them on mine. Still get some pedal strikes but not bad.

Thanks for the heads up but at 280 plus shipping and tax in the UK, I'll leave it for now and just add a few more PSI in the shock!

I wonder if an alloy version is due as the price is crazy for a pair of crank arms.

 

[p3eps]

Thanks for the heads up but at 280 plus shipping and tax in the UK, I'll leave it for now and just add a few more PSI in the shock!

I wonder if an alloy version is due as the price is crazy for a pair of crank arms.

I was speaking to Praxis yesterday - and they’re not going to be available in the UK until September.
Tempted to have one of my USA pals send me a set over!

 

[TomH79]

If im not wrong, hope has 165mm alloy cranks.

 

[TomH79]

Air shock works ok.

 

[Vin829]

Air shock works ok.

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See. Coil shocks are over rated ?

 

[p3eps]

Air shock works ok.

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Which air shock have you got?