Levo SL Gen 1 Official Levo SL Thread

[motoadve]

Yes, frustratingly there doesn't seem to be any further sources of info on the Expert around yet. Spesh Concept store have pulled all the 2021 levos from the site (including all the 2021 FF models) which were all on there when the original link was posted on here. I did have a browse around while it was live, and the specs for the other models were spot on to what we know - Comp SL with the tinted green colour and Guide REs, and FF Comp with 160mm fork and Shimano drivetrains etc

Given all the other specs seem to line up, I'm hopeful that the Expert SL was correct ?? but just published too early.

You can't navigate to them from the site anymore, but the 2021 FF specs still appear to be on the following links and look like they correspond with what we know. (live at the time of writing)

Specialized Turbo Levo Comp

Specialized Turbo Levo Comp Redwood / White Mountains £6300.00

www.specializedconceptstore.co.uk

Specialized Turbo Levo Expert Carbon

Specialized Turbo Levo Expert Carbon Cobalt Blue £8500.00

www.specializedconceptstore.co.uk

Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo

Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo Red Tint / Satin Black £12500.00

www.specializedconceptstore.co.uk

According to the specs its a 150mm fork.

FORK	Fox Float 36, Performance Elite, Grip2 damper, 150mm, 51mm rake, HSC, LSC, HSR, LSR, Kabolt axle

 

[Vin829]

I got a 51. I stuck with the recommendations of the engineers of this bike. They know more than me

 

[SL-ED]

My first crash on my new Levo SL. Really loving this bike..

 

[CA_Surveyor]

What does “no more flop “ mean?

it seems to me that 42 offset will only increase trail and result in slower steering.

Longer offset results in less trail, which makes for a quicker but twitchier steering feel. Conversely, shorter offset forks increase the trail, which makes for more stable steering especially in steep corners or bumpy sections.

 

[jcmonty]

I personally like the "calmer" steering on the shorter offset. It's minor ,IMO, less noticeable than a 10mm stem change (though obviously a bit different effect). I find that it helps on the steeper climbs as well since it's less "twitchy".

If your trails are tight, twisty and/or not very steep , the stock offset (51mm) may be best.

 

[TomH79]

Wich set the offset? Crown or lower legs?

 

[apac]

My first crash on my new Levo SL. Really loving this bike..

i hate dusty surfaces in the summer. Very alien to me in my part of the world.

 

[Zoot Allures]

According to the specs its a 150mm fork.

FORK	Fox Float 36, Performance Elite, Grip2 damper, 150mm, 51mm rake, HSC, LSC, HSR, LSR, Kabolt axle

Yes, the SL has 150mm fork, it's the Full fat / Turbo that has 160mm for 2021

 

[TomH79]

So we need to pedal again.

-lyrik ultimate fork
-super deluxe plus rear shock
-XT 8120 brakes with freeza discs
-dt swiss 1700 wheels
-xtr rd
-xt shifter
-xt casette 10-51t

 

[2wheeledwalbert]

So we need to pedal again.

-lyrik ultimate fork
-super deluxe plus rear shock
-XT 8120 brakes with freeza discs
-dt swiss 1700 wheels
-xtr rd
-xt shifter
-xt casette 10-51t

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How heavy is it? ?

 

[55plusmxinsanity]

Don’t forget to charge those batteries for the axs (dropper, derailleur). Aargh.

 

[Four Flusher]

Sizing question? A large '19 Levo comp fit me. I took a parking lot ride months ago on a SL, I seem to remember it feeling smaller than my Levo. The configurator says XL, advice?

 

[55plusmxinsanity]

I ride a large in both.

 

[TomH79]

How heavy is it? ?

Around 15kg.
Did yesterday a little spin on local trails.
This bike pedals like light trail bike
On downhill it is a true beast.

 

[p3eps]

Don’t forget to charge those batteries for the axs (dropper, derailleur). Aargh.

I’ve done nearly 1000 miles on my SL, and had the AXS derailleur fitted before the wheels even turned. The dropper followed a few weeks later.
I have charged both batteries 3 times each in this time.

I press the AXS button on them at the end of the ride. If it’s green, it’s good to go. If it’s red, I charge it.
I also have a spare AXS battery that I have in my tool roll just incase... but have never needed it so far.

 

[2wheeledwalbert]

Around 15kg.
Did yesterday a little spin on local trails.
This bike pedals like light trail bike
On downhill it is a true beast.

Awesome bit of kit that ?

 

[Lightme]

So we need to pedal again.

-lyrik ultimate fork
-super deluxe plus rear shock
-XT 8120 brakes with freeza discs
-dt swiss 1700 wheels
-xtr rd
-xt shifter
-xt casette 10-51t

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Have you used that 51 tooth cog? I swapped my original NX for an 11 speed 10-42 at the insistence of the mechanic. I was dubious. He’s proved right for me so far, 42 + turbo handles the steepest stuff easily.

 

[TomH79]

Have you used that 51 tooth cog? I swapped my original NX for an 11 speed 10-42 at the insistence of the mechanic. I was dubious. He’s proved right for me so far, 42 + turbo handles the steepest stuff easily.

Yes. Used it on sl. Was amaizing.

 

[TomH79]

is this on the SL?

Tom did the turbo delete for his Spec enduro. Now he’s limited to using cocaine for turbo mode..... which probably works pretty good except it’s probably hard on a motor that’s not under warranty.

My new motor needs no warranty. My legs are like nuclear reactors!

 

[Madog]

Don’t forget to charge those batteries for the axs (dropper, derailleur). Aargh.

Also don't forget to take the battery off the charger and put it back on the bike before you leave the. house to go ride. Aargh!!!

 

[Norcalsl]

Getting ready to have a carbon wheelset made for my SL Carbon Comp. Do the factory hubs on the bike have boost spacing? (My bike is on order.) I assume so but wanted to double check. Also, does anyone know how much the alloy wheels weight on this bike?

 

[levity]

@Norcalsl - from the website:

FRONT HUB Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm spacing, 28h REAR HUB Specialized Turbo, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h

 

[Madog]

Getting ready to have a carbon wheelset made for my SL Carbon Comp. Do the factory hubs on the bike have boost spacing? (My bike is on order.) I assume so but wanted to double check. Also, does anyone know how much the alloy wheels weight on this bike?

As I recall, my wheels without tires were 2080g. The rims alone are 555 Each. I rebuilt the wheels with dtswiss 350 hubs and Sapim Race spokes. I put Schwalbe G1 tires on them for riding on pavement. The rims are actually pretty nice.

 

[Rich the gasman]

Still haven’t made my mind up on rear shock.

whos running a coil and what ?

anyone tried the new RockShox ultimate air shock?

stick to 210x52.5 or 210 x55

thanks.

 

[apac]

Getting ready to have a carbon wheelset made for my SL Carbon Comp. Do the factory hubs on the bike have boost spacing? (My bike is on order.) I assume so but wanted to double check. Also, does anyone know how much the alloy wheels weight on this bike?

yes they are boost.

 

[Lightme]

is this on the SL?

Tom did the turbo delete for his Spec enduro. Now he’s limited to using cocaine for turbo mode..... which probably works pretty good except it’s probably hard on a motor that’s not under warranty.

Yep this is on the SL. I’ve seen a few around with the assistance remote removed. Just turbo all the time.

 

[p3eps]

Still haven’t made my mind up on rear shock.

whos running a coil and what ?

anyone tried the new RockShox ultimate air shock?

stick to 210x52.5 or 210 x55

thanks.

I can’t find anything on the 2021 model. I’m tempted to order the 210 x 55 though.

 

[SL-ED]

Still haven’t made my mind up on rear shock.

whos running a coil and what ?

anyone tried the new RockShox ultimate air shock?

stick to 210x52.5 or 210 x55

thanks.

I'm running DVO Jade X

 

[Lightme]

Still haven’t made my mind up on rear shock.

whos running a coil and what ?

anyone tried the new RockShox ultimate air shock?

stick to 210x52.5 or 210 x55

thanks.

I’ve got the Super Deluxe Ultimate. It took a bit of trial and error to set it up. Had to add more pressure than expected, but I am happy with this on my SL.

 

[MLX John]

I’ve got the Super Deluxe Ultimate. It took a bit of trial and error to set it up. Had to add more pressure than expected, but I am happy with this on my SL.

Put a Fox DPX2 on my SL. Also needed more pressure than expected (probably larger negative chamber than DPS). Love it, bike is glued to the ground.