Exclusive test: Brand-new Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo 2022 – Is radical better?

The Specialized Turbo Levo is one of the best eMTBs around – after all, it won our E-MOUNTAINBIKE group test 3 years in a row. In the process of the redesign for the third generation of the bike, it’s become significantly more capable on the trail. We were able to test the new € 13,999 Specialized S-Works Levo 2022 intensively already, compared it with its predecessor and can tell you what the new Levo is capable of and who it’s the right bike for.

Before we get into the review of the new Specialized Turbo Levo 2022, we want to direct you towards our latest release, issue #024, available in our magazine app. Our digital app isn’t just the best way to enjoy our content but is also packed full of cool stories, know-how and our mega group test with 25 of the most exciting bikes of 2021. You can find out whether the new Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo was able to assert itself over 24 other bikes in the search for the best eMTB of 2021 and continue the success of its predecessors. The app magazine is completely free and you can find our latest release here.

For a long time, the Specialized Levo has been seen as a pioneer in terms of integration and connectivity. It’s also well known for its great all-round characteristics, a broad range of applications and its excellent character on long tours. At first glance not much has changed visually on the new Specialized S-Works Levo 2022, but look closer and you’ll see that the full carbon frame with its 150 mm travel has been completely reworked. That doesn’t just see Specialized move to a progressively sporty and customisable geometry and mixed wheel sizes with a 29″ front and 27.5″ rear wheel. The component spec consisting of a FOX 38 fork with 160 mm travel and a piggyback shock are also fully conceived for trail performance. Considering the large 700 Wh battery, the weight of 22.04 kg for the size S4 bike continues to be on the light side. While reworking the €13,999 Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo, the Californian brand also paid attention to the small details, updating the motor software, kinematics, software, charging port, tuning options, several frame details and the ecosystem of motor and connectivity features, as well as the Turbo Connect Unit itself. The newly integrated MasterMind display in the top tube replaces the existing TCU and is one of the most noticeable updates, drawing curious looks.

You can find out about all the changes directly from our sister magazine E-MOUNTAINBIKE, as well as how the latest Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo 2022 (click for review) handles on the trail.

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Words: Jonas Müssig Photos: Robin Schmitt, Jonas Müssig