Specialized Turbo Levo and Levo R
Full-power electric mountain bikes built around the Specialized 3.1 motor. Designed for real trails, real climbs, real days -- in stock at Spirited Cyclist.
Five Specialized Turbo Levo and Turbo Levo R electric mountain bikes are on the floor today, with a roughly even split between the two builds. Available sizes Medium through Extra Large. Both share the Specialized 3.1 full-power motor platform -- come ride one and feel the difference.
The trail bike that makes more riding possible.
The Specialized Turbo Levo is the e-MTB that defined the category. Full-power mid-drive motor, integrated battery, full-suspension trail geometry -- a real mountain bike with assist tuned for technical terrain. The current generation of Levo and Levo R is built around the Specialized 3.1 motor: stronger, smoother, quieter, and lighter than the platform it replaced.
The standard Turbo Levo is the top-tier build of the platform. Lighter frame, premium spec, every adjustment dialed. It's the choice for riders who want the lightest possible full-power Levo and don't blink at top-shelf components. The Turbo Levo R is the more accessible build of the same platform -- same motor, same battery system, same geometry, with component and material choices that bring the price down without changing the ride.
Both bikes are built for the same job: more laps, longer days, harder climbs, and trails that used to be off the table. Whether you ride local singletrack three times a week or you head to Pisgah for a weekend, the Levo is the bike that opens the calendar back up.
Same platform. Two builds. Two budgets.
The decision between Turbo Levo and Turbo Levo R is mostly about budget and components, not about how the bike rides. Here's the short version.
Turbo Levo (standard)
Top-tier build of the Levo platform. The choice for riders who want the lightest frame, the highest-spec drivetrain and suspension, and the most adjustability.
- MotorSpecialized 3.1 -- full power
- FramePremium build -- lighter materials
- ComponentsTop-shelf drivetrain, brakes, suspension
- AdjustabilityMaximum -- multiple frame and geometry options
- Best forRiders who want the best Levo money buys
Turbo Levo R
Same platform, friendlier price. The choice for riders who want a full-power Specialized e-MTB without stepping all the way up to the flagship build.
- MotorSpecialized 3.1 -- full power, same as Levo
- FrameAccessible build -- proven materials
- ComponentsStrong everyday spec, trail-tough
- AdjustabilityStandard for the platform
- Best forRiders who want the Levo experience at a better price
Both bikes are full-suspension, both use the same motor and battery system, and both can be serviced under the same Specialized warranty at our Davidson shop. Most shoppers end up choosing on budget and the parts spec, not on how the bike feels under them.
What you're actually buying.
Specialized 3.1 -- full-power mid-drive
Integrated; range-extender compatible
Full suspension, trail/enduro geometry
4-piston hydraulic disc
Specialized Mission Control -- tune, monitor, update
S, M, L, XL (M-XL in stock today)
Specific component spec varies by build level. Full spec sheets and current pricing are available at the shop. We have both standard Levo and Levo R configurations on the floor right now.
The riders we sell Levos to.
The Levo and Levo R are the bikes we hand to riders who want more riding in their life, not less. The customers who walk out with one tend to fit one of these profiles:
- Experienced mountain bikers who want more laps per ride and more rides per week
- Riders returning to mountain biking after a few years off the bike
- Riders dealing with a knee, hip, or back issue that makes long climbs miserable on a regular MTB
- Riders whose mountain-bike partner is faster or younger, and who want to keep up on weekends
- Trail-focused riders looking at long days in Pisgah, DuPont, or the Blue Ridge
- Riders chasing more descending per day -- shuttled-style enduro riding without the shuttle
- Riders moving up from a hardtail or older full-suspension MTB and want a real platform leap
The Southeast is Levo country.
The riding within easy reach of Davidson is rougher and rootier than people give it credit for. Local trails roll, technical sections come up fast, and sustained climbs eat at the legs. A weekend in Pisgah doubles or triples those demands. The Levo is the bike that lets riders treat all of it as a normal calendar entry, not a recovery week.
Where our customers take their Levos:
- Local Lake Norman singletrack -- Sherman Branch, Lake Norman State Park, Anne Springs Close
- Charlotte-area rides -- Whitewater Center, North Mecklenburg trails
- Regional weekends -- Pisgah, DuPont, Bent Creek, Tsali, Uwharrie
- Big-mountain trips -- Western North Carolina, Tennessee, North Georgia
- Shuttled-style enduro days where the motor replaces the truck
The Southeast climate and trail mix is exactly what the Levo platform is tuned for. The bike opens up trails you might have written off and turns rides you used to plan around weather into something you just do.
We're the Levo shop of the Southeast.
An e-MTB is not the kind of bike you should buy from a box. The motor, the battery, the firmware, the diagnostics -- all of it benefits from a relationship with a real shop. Spirited Cyclist is built around that idea, and we treat the Specialized Turbo Levo as a flagship of the store.
- Authorized Specialized dealer with current Levo and Levo R inventory on the floor
- Factory-trained technicians on the Specialized 3.1 motor, battery, charger, and Mission Control app
- Dedicated Levo demo program -- you can ride a real Levo on a real route, not a parking lot
- Trade-in program -- bring any bike (any brand, any type) for an appraisal toward your Levo purchase
- Financing available for qualified buyers
- Full Retul bike fit available for riders who want everything dialed
- Honest conversation about whether the Levo or Levo R is the better fit for your riding and budget
- Accessories in stock -- range extenders, batteries, charging gear, lights, dropper posts, tires, suspension service
Five Levos on the floor. The keys are ready.
The Levo and Levo R aren't bikes you should buy on a spec sheet. Book a demo and feel why the 3.1 motor has the reputation it does.
Spirited Cyclist | 112 Eden St, Davidson, NC 28036 | Open Tues - Sat, 11am - 5pm EST
Authorized Specialized Turbo Levo dealer serving Davidson, Mooresville, Huntersville, Cornelius, Denver, Concord, Troutman, Charlotte, and the greater Southeast e-MTB community.
Riders ask us this.
What Levos do you have in stock?
Five Specialized Turbo Levo and Turbo Levo R electric mountain bikes are on the floor right now -- a roughly even split between the two builds, sizes Medium through Extra Large. Inventory rotates as bikes sell; we restock from Specialized as new builds arrive.
What's the difference between the Turbo Levo and the Turbo Levo R?
Same motor (Specialized 3.1), same battery system, same trail platform. The standard Levo is the top-tier build -- lighter frame, higher-spec parts. The Levo R is the same platform at a friendlier price, with proven components and a slightly heavier frame. For most riders, the choice comes down to budget and component preference, not how the bike rides.
How much range does a Turbo Levo have?
Real-world range depends on assist mode, terrain, rider weight, and tire choice, but a typical Levo battery delivers full-day trail riding for most riders. Range-extender batteries are available for longer days and shuttled rides. We can walk through what your typical ride looks like and which battery setup makes sense.
What sizes are available in the Levo and Levo R?
The platform is offered Small through Extra Large. We currently have Medium, Large, and Extra Large on the floor. If you ride a Small, we can dial in fit and order it in from Specialized.
Is the Levo a real mountain bike or a "heavy ebike"?
A real mountain bike. Full suspension, modern trail geometry, 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes, dropper post, mountain-specific tires. The motor is tuned for technical terrain, not for cruising. People who haven't ridden one are usually surprised by how much the Levo behaves like a regular MTB on the descent and singletrack.
Can I test ride one before I buy?
Yes -- this is the whole point of our Levo demo program. Book a demo at spiritedcyclist.com/pages/levo-demo-ride. You'll get a real Levo, a real trail route, and a real ride -- not a parking-lot lap. Deposit-and-paperwork process so we can hand you the keys.
Do you service the Levo motor and battery?
Yes. We're factory-trained on the Specialized 3.1 motor and battery system. We handle warranty work, motor diagnostics, firmware updates, drivetrain service, suspension work, brake service, and the regular maintenance items full-power e-MTBs need to stay on the trail.
Do you take trade-ins toward a Levo?
Yes. Any bike, any brand, any type. Bring your current ride for an appraisal -- the credit applies toward your Levo or Levo R purchase. We've taken in everything from old hardtails to gravel bikes to road bikes against Levo trades.
Is financing available?
Yes, for qualified buyers. We can walk through current financing partners and terms in the shop.
What other Specialized e-MTBs do you carry?
Specialized has a few e-MTB platforms; the Turbo Levo is the flagship and the focus of this page. If you're researching other platforms in the Specialized lineup, the best move is a quick conversation at the shop -- we can match you to the right platform based on the trails you ride and the days you want out of the bike.