Specialized Turbo Levo Hardtail 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame aluminium
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork Suntour XCM
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Groupset Alivio
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Specialized 250W 50Nm mid-drive
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Battery Specialized M1-400, integrated Trail Display, ANT+/Bluetooth® module, 400Wh
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized M5 Aluminum, 29 Trail HT Geometry, integrated down tube battery, enclosed internal cable, Command Post routing, 148mm spacing
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM32, 47mm offset, 15x110mm thru-axle, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio, Shadow Design, SGS cage, 9-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio, 9-speed w/ Optical Gear Display
Cassette
Shimano HG201, 9-speed, 11-36t
Crank
Custom alloy forged crankarms
Chain
KMC e9S.NPBK, e-bike chain, 9-speed w/ Missing Link™
Pedals
Specialized Body Geometry Fitness, platform, plastic
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm spacing, 28h
Rear Hub
Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h
Rims
Front: Hand-built wheel assembly, Rear: Hand-built wheel assembly
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Front: Ground Control, GRID casing, GRIPTON® compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3", Rear: Ground Control, GRID casing, GRIPTON® compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized Trail, 6061 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 31.8mm clamp, S 720mm, M-XL 750mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XC, clamp-on
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Myth 155 XS, Body Geometry Henge 143 S/M/L/XL, steel rails
Seatpost
Specialized 2-bolt head, forged alloy, 8mm offset, micro-adjust, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized 1.2 E, custom Rx Street-tuned motor, 250W nominal
Battery
Specialized M1-400, integrated Trail Display, ANT+/Bluetooth® module, 400Wh
Charger
Custom Specialized 42V2A Charger w/ Rosenberger plug, AC power cord included
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm |
| Front Center | 677 mm | 696 mm | 719 mm | 745 mm | 768 mm |
| Rake | 54 mm | 54 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 54 mm |
| Trail | 100 mm | 100 mm | 99 mm | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Stack | 605 mm | 614 mm | 623 mm | 637 mm | 651 mm |
| Reach | 392 mm | 407 mm | 427 mm | 447 mm | 465 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 575 mm | 581 mm | 615 mm | 640 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 394 mm | 434 mm | 470 mm | 505 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1128 mm | 1147 mm | 1171 mm | 1197 mm | 1220 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 695 mm | 763 mm | 793 mm | 819 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Turbo Levo Hardtail is a Specialized E Turbo Levo model. There are 86 e-bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Levo Hardtail 2020 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 3041$. Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo SL 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 13525$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry e-bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry e-bike that is reliable is 2453$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry e-bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3041$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry e-bike price, we see that the price is 23.97% more expensive.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this e-bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour XCM model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on Turbo Levo Hardtail are the 29″ aluminum type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Turbo Levo Hardtail has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
