Specialized has launched two alloy versions of its latest e-mountain bike, the Levo 4, not too long after the unveiling of the carbon-framed Levo 4. Getting a new motor system with some big numbers to back it up, it looks set to be a real Amflow competitor. But how do the new alloy models compare, and where do they fit in?

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Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Alloy frame, by Specialized

Two new models are being introduced: the Levo 4 Comp Alloy and the Levo 4 Alloy. Both use the same frame design and 3.1 motor system as the carbon version, which means the Levo 4 alloy models get 666W of peak power and 101Nm of torque. 

They also get the 840Wh batteries as standard, with an option to change to the 600Wh battery if the rider wants a lighter, more agile ride. 

Specialized claims you can get up to 5.3 hours of riding on one charge, if you use Eco mode, an 840Wh battery, and the aftermarket 280Wh range extender. 

Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Alloy motor, by Specialized

Both also come with an MX wheel setup as standard (29in front and 27.5in rear), adjustable geometry, and SWAT storage in the down tube, just like the carbon versions. The Levo 4 alloy bikes also benefit from a MasterMind TCU display, which Specialized says is "the largest, highest-resolution screen on an e-bike."

So what's different? Essentially, the frame is the same, it's just built from alloy, and the specifications use more entry-level componentry to open the Levo 4 platform up to wider budgets. 

The Levo 4 Comp Alloy, for example, comes with SRAM's Eagle 90 T-Type drivetrain, Maven Bronze brakes, a Fox 38 Rhythm fork, and Fox Float X Performance Elite shock. 

The Levo 4 Alloy offers an even more attainable spec, with SRAM's Eagle 70 T-Type drivetrain, DB8 Stealth brakes, and Marzocchi Bomber suspension. 

The Comp Alloy is priced at £6,000 and the Alloy at £5,200. Compared to the Turbo Levo 4 Comp, the cheapest carbon model, which costs £6,800, is this enough of a price gap to tempt people away from carbon? And is it really that much more 'attainable?'

• www.specialized.com

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