Base Levo and build or comp?

[Brianjonesphoto]

I’m tryig to figure out if the Comp level levo is worth the $1000 over the base. It looks like the big difference is dropper post and fork. I could likely spec exactly what I want for about the same money. I’m really eyeing a MRP Ribbon Coil.

Either way I go I will likely be getting a coil rear shock. At 115kg I’m just too big for air shocks to work well.

I have some nice vintage hope m6 ti brakes I can swap if the level T brakes aren’t up to the task.

Rough estimate
Ribbon coil fork $850-950
Dropper post $200-275

I know it’s more that $1000 but cheaper than a fork after getting a comp.

 

[All Mountain Coaching]

I got the base to build up, like you, couldn't see the £1000 extra in spec for the comp.

I also found the level t brakes nowhere near as bad as I thought they would be, wouldn't do alpine runs with them, but trail centre riding just give. I sold the forks for £275. And you can get a 170mm dropper for £150. So that leaves £1125 for forks. Lyrik are £800, so £325 to buy goodies.

Now if it was £1000 up to a carbon model I'd of done that. 1kg for £2000 was not worth it.

 

[Thomas]

I’m tryig to figure out if the Comp level levo is worth the $1000 over the base. .....

NO.

 

[The dutch levo couple]

I’m tryig to figure out if the Comp level levo is worth the $1000 over the base. It looks like the big difference is dropper post and fork. I could likely spec exactly what I want for about the same money. I’m really eyeing a MRP Ribbon Coil.

Either way I go I will likely be getting a coil rear shock. At 115kg I’m just too big for air shocks to work well.

I have some nice vintage hope m6 ti brakes I can swap if the level T brakes aren’t up to the task.

Rough estimate
Ribbon coil fork $850-950
Dropper post $200-275

I know it’s more that $1000 but cheaper than a fork after getting a comp.

Ive done the same thing base model me and my wife


You did forgot some minor difrences between
Base And comp

Brakes
Sadel
Derailler
Shifters

About a 475€ diffrence extra in total

 

[sirshan]

I went base...but I am the type to just replace everything anyways. Always feels nice with your own choosing. I knew the base wasn't spec'd for me, but had all intention of replacing most of the stuff. Make it yours...

 

[Brianjonesphoto]

Maybe I should add that I could care less about bling and want function first. My years in the bike biz taught me that mid-range components are often as if not more durable than top spec. I’m big and riding a heavy e-bike. Counting grams is foolish waste of money. Quality suspension that is up to the task is worth every penny.

 

[sirshan]

And thats torally fine too!! Just ride...all personal pref right. Only diff im say is weight. All groups these days shift spot on.

 

[Gren_Patterson]

Is the 32mm Fork enough for such a ‘heavy’ bike?

 

[All Mountain Coaching]

I've found it ok. Can't really tell any flex. I'm upgrading soon and will be able to compare. I think we're led to believe that bigger and more expensive is better and three other stuff will fail. I'm finding that's not the case so far.

 

[sirshan]

Depends how you ride...for the majority, its totally fine Im sure (even if you bomb down). I think that new Sektor on there was ok...not the greatest dampening, but compared to technology years ago, it would be equivelant to a top class fork way back when. So...

All preference...for me...needed something more buff and plush.

 

[All Mountain Coaching]

Depends how you ride...for the majority, its totally fine Im sure (even if you bomb down). I think that new Sektor on there was ok...not the greatest dampening, but compared to technology years ago, it would be equivelant to a top class fork way back when. So...

All preference...for me...needed something more buff and plush.

Definitely. It is a harsh fork/feel.

 

[kdr52]

Hoi,i have purchased the levo based model also.
I have paid in total 4800€ with this upgrades
Brakes sram guide re
Groupset sram gx eagle
Dropperpost x fusion manic
Tubeless
And also the display

I think i have done a good deal
Getting the bike this week and i am very excittingto try it out

 

[Gren_Patterson]

Hoi,i have purchased the levo based model also.
I have paid in total 4800€ with this upgrades
Brakes sram guide re
Groupset sram gx eagle
Dropperpost x fusion manic
Tubeless
And also the display

I think i have done a good deal
Getting the bike this week and i am very excittingto try it out

In which shop did you buy it? You are from Belgium no?

 

[The dutch levo couple]

In the netherlands whe payed 4499€ for the base model 2019

 

[kdr52]

Yes i am from .s-bikes in geraardsbergen
Yeah the base model cost 4499€ Everywear

 

[R120]

With most decent fork brands these days anything above mid level will take the abuse, what you are getting from the top end forks/shocks is quality of dampening and ride, and more adjustability to nail the set up.

 

[Gary]

a 32mm stanchion fork on quite a heavy bike