Kenevo SL Take a 2022 or wait for new stock

[andronin]

Hi
I can get an S4 Kenevo SL expert in yellow, it is the last one in the country (South Africa).

they have new stock coming in November, would it make sense waiting for those to arrive or should I bit the proverbial bullet and grab what I can right now?

Bearing in mind I do have a 2021 Levo SL so waiting is not a problem.

 

[Neverbeentomoab]

I’d wait.

 

[Mcharza]

I wouldn't wait. Same bike, maybe different components. And higher price.

 

[Jimmy Gipsy]

I'd wait, I'm not sure it's identical in the engine

 

[ebikerider]

Is the dealer giving any hints if the new bike will be different?

 

[Jimmy Gipsy]

Is the dealer giving any hints if the new bike will be different?

It's just my thought

 

[KnollyBro]

Hi
I can get an S4 Kenevo SL expert in yellow, it is the last one in the country (South Africa).

they have new stock coming in November, would it make sense waiting for those to arrive or should I bit the proverbial bullet and grab what I can right now?

Bearing in mind I do have a 2021 Levo SL so waiting is not a problem.

My experience with Specialized has been hit and miss here in Canada. LBS make promises based on their Distributers making promises and there you are left waiting and waiting. I waited 8 months for a KSL to show up to my LBS but it never did. I ended up having to drive 12 hours to go pick one up from another store. I wouldn't buy an expert if you plan on changing the components that make up the difference (which is what I did). I also have a modified Levo SL which seems to be almost as capable as my Kenevo SL on the trails I ride (except when it comes to hitting the Bike Parks in my area). YMMV.

 

[Hitorogoshi]

The KSL is newish. They won’t bring a new motor or anything drastic other than parts to the lineup. I have a virtually new S4 expert for sale in Cape Town if you’re interested

 

[Stompweaver]

No new KSL for at least a year. Next years are colour and spec changes only plus the fat price increase. If you can get one now for the old price buy it!

 

[Stompweaver]

Although waiting for the new Levo SL is altogether a different matter. It’s due anytime soon and is going to be a game changer if the rumour mill is to be believed!

 

[Alexbn921]

Get if it's what he bike you want. No new one is coming out.

 

[Ou812]

Although waiting for the new Levo SL is altogether a different matter. It’s due anytime soon and is going to be a game changer if the rumour mill is to be believed!

The Levo SL is playing catch up, it’s a bit late to the 50-60nm party. I’ve seen the bikes out being ridden, didn’t see anything “game changing” other than the option for the flight attendant suspension. It’s a 60nm motor with stumpy evo’ish geometry.

 

[BikingBad]

Hi
I can get an S4 Kenevo SL expert in yellow, it is the last one in the country (South Africa).

they have new stock coming in November, would it make sense waiting for those to arrive or should I bit the proverbial bullet and grab what I can right now?

Bearing in mind I do have a 2021 Levo SL so waiting is not a problem.

I’m also close to buying a KSL Expert (S4 yellow), would be disappointed if an improved version (1.2 motor?) is released in 2 months.

 

[Ou812]

I’m also close to buying a KSL Expert (S4 yellow), would be disappointed if an improved version (1.2 motor?) is released in 2 months.

If you’re in the UK and can ride the S5 one of my LBS has one left, S-Works marked down to £9450.

 

[Dax]

It’s a 60nm motor with stumpy evo’ish geometry.

Sounds awesome!

 

[andronin]

Ended up biting the bullet and got a Yellow Expert. What a machine.

 

[BikingBad]

Ended up biting the bullet and got a Yellow Expert. What a machine.
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So jelly! I borrowed my friend’s KSL for a day, took it for a spin around local trails and had a blast. Mostly xc with some chunky rooty tech climbs and DHs, rode mostly in Eco mode as it’s all I needed, after 1.5 hour ride it showed 81% battery remaining.