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How good is the Alu-Levo?

Florentin Vesenbeckh

 · 11.08.2019

How good is the Alu-Levo?Photo: Markus Greber
How good is the Alu-Levo?
The Levo from Specialized is highly decorated and much praised, but the top version costs 11,000 euros. Can the cheaper version also convince, or are other E-MTBs under 6000 euros stronger?

An independent battery, its own display and remote variants, a sleek look and a concept that escapes the standardisation of many e-MTBs: the new Levo has set the bar high for the competition. The top version also has an elegant carbon frame and a generous 700 watt hours of capacity. Nevertheless, the Turbo Levo S-Works remains a real lightweight at under 21 kilos. And: The riding characteristics are excellent. Shortcoming: With a price of 10999 euros, it will probably remain a dream for many bikers.

Full carbon frame and the finest equipment: The Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo traditionally marks the top end of the model variants. Suspension is provided by Fox Factory suspension, Code RSC brakes ensure deceleration and Sram's XX1 11-speed helps with gear selection. There are also Roval carbon wheels. 10999 euros, 700 watt hours.Photo: Harookz Full carbon frame and the finest equipment: The Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo traditionally marks the top end of the model variants. Suspension is provided by Fox Factory suspension, Code RSC brakes ensure deceleration and Sram's XX1 11-speed helps with gear selection. There are also Roval carbon wheels. 10999 euros, 700 watt hours.

In EMTB 3/19 we have the Specialised Turbo Levo Comp for 5799 Euro against seven other touring and trail eMTBs between 4300 and 5700 euros. Can the Levo convince with its aluminium frame, 500 watt-hour battery and affordable components? Or do other manufacturers deliver more E-MTB fun in this price range?

The Levo Comp from Specialized had to compete against the much cheaper Spectral:On 7.0 from Canyon, among others.Photo: Markus Greber The Levo Comp from Specialized had to compete against the much cheaper Spectral:On 7.0 from Canyon, among others.

The facts about the Specialized Turbo Levo Comp FSR

  • Brose Drive S Mag motor
  • 500 Wh battery capacity, compatible with 700 series battery
  • 29-inch wheels
  • 150 mm suspension travel
  • Weight in size L: 21.93 kg
At 21.93 kilos, the Levo Comp with aluminium frame is also one of the lightest E-MTBs.Photo: Markus Greber At 21.93 kilos, the Levo Comp with aluminium frame is also one of the lightest E-MTBs.
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Discreet and natural: Specialized attaches great importance to an MTB-like look and dispenses with clunky remote levers or overloaded displays. The cockpit remains clean.Photo: Markus Greber Discreet and natural: Specialized attaches great importance to an MTB-like look and dispenses with clunky remote levers or overloaded displays. The cockpit remains clean. The battery status and support levels can be read off the LED display on the control panel in the top tube.Photo: Markus Greber The battery status and support levels can be read off the LED display on the control panel in the top tube. The bottle cage is on board as standard with Specialized, as is a mini tool that can be permanently attached to the bike under the bottle cage.Photo: Markus Greber The bottle cage is on board as standard with Specialized, as is a mini tool that can be permanently attached to the bike under the bottle cage. An E-MTB doesn't need more than eleven gears, say the Specialized developers. So the Levo uses Sram's 11-speed drivetrain to minimise wear.Photo: Markus Greber An E-MTB doesn't need more than eleven gears, say the Specialized developers. So the Levo uses Sram's 11-speed drivetrain to minimise wear. You can read the complete test with all the lab data and detailed riding impressions of the Levo Comp and the other candidates in EMTB 3/19 - The magazine for e-mountain bikers is in stores from 6 August. You can get the new EMTB conveniently in the <a href="https://www.delius-klasing.de/abo-shop/?zeitschrift=233&utm_source=emb_web&utm_medium=red_heftinfo&utm_campaign=abo_emb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">subscription</a>, at newsagents and also in our <a href="https://www.delius-klasing.de/emtb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">online shop</a> and as <a href="http://digital.emtb-magazin.de/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">digital edition</a> for all end devices.Photo: EMTB Magazin You can read the complete test with all the lab data and detailed riding impressions of the Levo Comp and the other candidates in EMTB 3/19 - The magazine for e-mountain bikers is in stores from 6 August. You can get the new EMTB conveniently in the subscription, at newsagents and also in our online shop and as digital edition for all end devices.

More bikes in the test in EMTB 3/2019

Bulls E-Stream Evo AM4

Drive S Mag motor from Brose, large 750 Wh battery: The Bulls E-Stream EVO AM4 is available for 5499 euros.Photo: Markus Greber Drive S Mag motor from Brose, large 750 Wh battery: The Bulls E-Stream EVO AM4 is available for 5499 euros.

Corratec E-Power RS 150 LTD

The Corratec E-Power RS 150 LTD comes with a Performance CX motor and 500-series Powertube battery. The special edition with wide 27.5 mm tyres costs 5699 euros.Photo: Markus Greber The Corratec E-Power RS 150 LTD comes with a Performance CX motor and 500-series Powertube battery. The special edition with wide 27.5 mm tyres costs 5699 euros.

Lapierre Overvolt AM 700i

Lapierre's Overvolt AM700i with Bosch drive rolls onto the starting line from France. Cost: 5499 euros.Photo: Markus Greber Lapierre's Overvolt AM700i with Bosch drive rolls onto the starting line from France. Cost: 5499 euros.

Mondraker Crafty R+

Mondraker relies on its special forward geometry. The Bosch Crafty R+ bike costs 5299 euros.Photo: Markus Greber Mondraker relies on its special forward geometry. The Bosch Crafty R+ bike costs 5299 euros.

Canyon Spectral:On 7.0

The Canyon Spectral:On 7.0 MTB for 4299 euros wants to score points in the affordable price range.Photo: Markus Greber The Canyon Spectral:On 7.0 MTB for 4299 euros wants to score points in the affordable price range.

Ghost SL AMR X S3.7

The Ghost SL AMR X S3.7 is available for the same price (4299 euros). This is the little aluminium brother of the noble carbon trail bike, which has already convinced us in several tests with its uncompromising riding characteristics.Photo: Markus Greber The Ghost SL AMR X S3.7 is available for the same price (4299 euros). This is the little aluminium brother of the noble carbon trail bike, which has already convinced us in several tests with its uncompromising riding characteristics.

Giant Trance E+ 2 Pro

The Giant Trance E+2 Pro with Yamaha drive and sporty trail geometry is also one of the most affordable bikes in the test. 4400 euros.Photo: Markus Greber The Giant Trance E+2 Pro with Yamaha drive and sporty trail geometry is also one of the most affordable bikes in the test. 4400 euros. You can also read the entire EMTB 3/2019 issue digitally in the EMTB app (<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/de/app/emtb-das-magazin-fur-e-mountainbiker/id1079396102?mt=8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">iTunes</a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=en.delius_klasing.emtb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Google Play</a> ) or order the print edition free of charge from the <a href="https://www.delius-klasing.de/emtb-03-2018-emb-2018-03" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">DK-Shop</a> .Photo: Delius Klasing Verlag You can also read the entire EMTB 3/2019 issue digitally in the EMTB app (iTunes and Google Play ) or order the print edition free of charge from the DK-Shop .
Florentin Vesenbeckh

Florentin Vesenbeckh has been on a mountain bike since he was ten years old. Even on his very first tour, he focussed on single trails - and even after more than 30 years in the saddle of an MTB, these are still the quintessence of biking for him. He spent his youth competing in various bike disciplines and later his cycling career was characterised by years as a riding technique coach. Professionally, the experienced test editor now focusses on e-mountainbikes. In recent years, the qualified sports scientist and trained journalist has tested over 300 bikes and more than 40 different motor systems in the laboratory and in practice.

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