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Congrats on finally getting your new bike! Sounds like quite an adventure just to get it ready, but at least you made it happen. Definitely frustrating when a dealer doesn’t seem as dialed in as they should be—especially for a brand like Specialized—but at least the bike itself is living up to...

I think the small differences in geometry between drop and flat bar frames could be compensated for with stem length/angle and seat position changes. I converted a Cannondale Synapse road bike to a flat bar and one of my all time favorite bikes. No, not ideal but I don't see Specy ever going...

Would buy Skitch GX AXS Flat bar >> 430Wh and 33lbs with front shock. Or convert a Creo to a flat bar

I agree—it’s a highly complex and evolving situation, and your comparison to the automotive industry’s struggle with EVs is quite apt. Specialized, like other legacy brands, is facing a multifaceted challenge post-COVID, which includes increased competition, changing consumer preferences, and...

Hey Marcela - I do all my own maintenance and haven't had to change brake fluid since it's closed system. And it's not expensive if you choose to do it - there are kits for not too much $$. And videos showing how to replace/bleed.

I can't fathom factory sport setting not blowing away riding a Sirrus straight-up. I was riding a Cannondale Synapse with flat bar setup(21lbs) and went to an VadoSL (35nm) motor. Night and day (to me) when running Sport even with the C'dale being a lot lighter. Riding E has me feeling pretty...

Been through downpours on my SL many times. Never had an electrical issue. And I use RE batt. I do need new orings at the connectors though if anyone knows the size.

Lycra isn't evil. It's just a comfortable choice for riding long distances. And I could make the same comment about helmets - I don't wear one road biking. They look silly to me. But passing someone with a helmet when I'm wearing a durag doesn't make me any cooler. Finally - I was on my...

I like the stock pedals. When they eventually kick back there's less pain than the MTB type. Seem to last.

Nicely done - thanks for sharing. I'm still on the fence about it. Whenever I have new(er) chain on I don't have drops in any condition as long as clutch is engaged (have shimano setup)

Guy posted on FB recently he just hits the TCU into his palm and battery comes out - no tool needed.

does it happen on more than one gear? is your chain clean? how old is your chain? is the issue getting worse? i hate any noise as well but at least it's there with motor on or off - that's a bit more promising to fix imo

sl4 1.1 >> and it's just 12v led light - can easily add switch if you want - can access under tcu - two screws - lots of switch options exist - you could put bluetooth switch in-line and control with your phone during ride - so many options

decided to ride without power after i left - was based on how i felt going out - do you ride?

I did a 3 hr ride without motor assistance and used 6% of the main and extender battery - so just lights and tcu.

Hey Stefan - you are correct, I typically ride with only a little assistance (eco) and typically go for 40 and 50 mile rides. On my last go, temps nearing 100f - I went out eco and then switched to mainly 60% e-support as my power output decreased. For me, and maybe you can explain this, when...

so true mfgrep - i use the bike same way and it's perfect you averaged 100w on your last 70+ mile ride - I'm calling you out 📣

you made a great choice ender and the cannondale price is good - 85nm and 40-some lbs for $7k. i test rode one and the shimano motor is absolutely silent. for me though - the down tube size is a deal breaker - but i really think cannonadale probably the better value overall in the sl catergory...

i agree. and a lot more competition now. when i bought my sl4 in '21 could hardly get a bike nevermind the one i wanted. and that kind of situation demands high prices. not so much now. everyone has an ebike to offer at this point and there's a lot of stock they set the retail price of the...

i just purchased a levo sl for $7k US - on sale $1k from an even nuttier $8k pricetag. but had to have it after such a great experience with sl4 and making up for only thing it doesn't do well - working really rough trails. i say - take advantage of the sale prices - $2700 is perfect price