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Demo 8 II
A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension downhill bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 200 / 200mm |
| Fork | RockShox BoXXer |
| Shock | Cane Creek |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | X0, X9 |
| Brakes | SRAM X0 Hydraulic Disc |
4'11" – 5'5"
5'2" – 5'7"
5'4" – 5'10"
5'7" – 6'1"
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Summary
The Specialized Demo is a highly praised downhill bike, known for its fun, predictable handling and innovative design. Its FSR suspension and low center of gravity contribute to confident performance in rough terrain. While it excels in maneuverability and comfort, some riders may find the low bottom bracket height and specific shock adjustments less ideal.
Predictable FSR rear end
Low center of gravity for confident handling
Innovative shock-absorbing foam in down tube protector
Short rear end for quick turning
Light and stiff frame
Exceptionally low BB height may not suit all riders
Fork and shock springs may require adjustments
Press-fit bottom bracket
For a race bike, there’s a serious amount of fun to be had on the Demo
BikeRadarThe Demo suspension design is in stunningly good health, but then it always has been.
Dirt MountainbikeIf you like ripping corners and technical terrain, the Demo is the bike for you.
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Oct 2012
At its inception in 2004, the Specialized Demo was a 9.5-inch travel, huckster-oriented freeride bike. Today, the name is all that remains. The Demo has steadily evolved from the once overbuilt, ultra burly 48-pound rig into a maneuverable 8-inch travel downhill race bike.
Aug 2012 · MBA Action
Unleash the Monster The Demo 8 II is Specialized's top downhill race platform. It's been refined over the years by the fastest bike racers and some of
Aug 2012 · Dirt HQ
Somehow I can’t help but feel there’s a not so well–hidden message to Sam Hill in Specialized’s new ‘Get Sick Soon’ carbon Demo 8 advert.
Jan 2011 · Mike Davis
The 2011 frame retains the Demo’s trademark double rear triangle – it’s a conventional four-bar back end, but the shock is driven directly off the chainstay, so Specialized can mount the 3in stroke Fox DHX shock low in the frame, which allows the whole frame to be built lower.
| Frame | M5 manipulated alloy, compact race design, 1-1/2"" forged HT, magnesium link, ISCG 05 mount, cartridge bearing rear shock mount, rear derailleur protector, 200mm travel BB Standard: PF30, 83mm, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Boxxer World Cup, Mission Control damper, alloy steerer, low/high speed compression and rebound adj. w/ bottom out control, 20mm Maxle DH thru-axle, 200mm travel Travel: 200mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Cane Creek Double Barrel, coil over w/piggy back, high/low speed compression and high/low speed rebound, 9.5x3"", XS: 300, S:350, M:400, L:450 Travel: 200mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Custom SRAM PF30 DH, 83mm shell |
| Headset | 1-1/2"" integrated for 1-1/8"" steerer, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized Direct-Mount stem, 40mm length, 31.8mm, 4-bolt, forged |
| Handlebar | Renthal Fat Bar, 780mm wide, 7º backsweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Specialized DH, 8mm hollow Cr-Mo rails |
| Seatpost | Thomson straight w/ 12º clamp, 367mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Specialized Benies, low profile with removable pins |
| Grips | Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Others: Grappler XL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 DH, 10-speed, short cage |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM X0 DH, carbon arms, single ring, PF30 spindle, 165mm, w/Gamut P-30 chainguide |
| Shifters | SRAM X9, 10-speed, trigger, w/MatchMaker clamp |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1050, 10-speed, 11-26t |
| Chain | KMC X-10, 10-speed, w/ reusable Missing Link, nickel plates |
| Brakes | Front: Custom Avid Code X0 World Cup, hydraulic disc, tool-less reach, Code caliper, semi-metallic pad, stainless hardware, 200mm rotor, Rear: Custom Avid Code X0 World Cup, hydraulic disc, tool-less reach, Code caliper, semi-metallic pad, stainless hardware, 180mm rotor Type: SRAM X0 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Custom Avid X0, carbon blade, tool-less reach adj. w/MatchMaker clamp |
| Rims | Roval DH 26, 30mm wide w/eyelets, 32h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0mm stainless |
| Front Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, sealed cartridge bearing, 20mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, 150mm, hollow 12mm Cr-Mo axle w/ RD guard, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Specialized Butcher DH, DH casing, wire bead, soft dual-compound, 26x2.3"", Rear: Specialized Butcher DH, DH casing, wire bead, soft dual compound, 26x2.3"" |
First added July 9
Last updated July 9
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