M5 manipulated alloy, 1.5"" forged headtube, 150mm rear spacing, compact race design, ISCG '05 mount, cartridge bearing rear shock mount, rear derailleur protector, 200mm travel

1-1/2"" integrated for 1-1/8"" steerer, cartridge bearings

Custom Õhlins TTX22M, coil over w/ piggy back, spherical bearing mount, high/low speed comp, reb adj. 9.5x3.0"", Spring Rate XS: 297lb, S:343lb, M:388, L:434lb

Thomson alloy straight w/ 12-degree clamp, 367mm

The Demo 8 has multiple Downhill World Championships to its name, build up your own race machine with this frameset. With 200mm of rear wheel travel, FSR suspension, ground breaking Öhlins TTX22M shock, and 1.5" head tube, it's a force to be reckoned with.

Specialized Demo 8 Frame

The Specialized Demo is a downhill bike designed for World Cup racing, featuring a distinctive asymmetrical frame, lower center of gravity, and improved stiffness. It offers a custom TTX shock for superior suspension performance and internal cable routing for durability. While it excels in responsiveness and maneuverability, some riders may find the top tube short for taller frames and the FSR suspension system less optimal on hard hits.

MSRP
Where to Buy	— $1 At
Category	Downhill

Frame	Aluminum


Wheels
Wheel Size	26″




Drivetrain
Brand Site	specialized.com
Summary	The Specialized Demo 8 Frame is a 26″ aluminum frame full suspension downhill frameset.

Frame	M5 manipulated alloy, 1.5"" forged headtube, 150mm rear spacing, compact race design, ISCG '05 mount, cartridge bearing rear shock mount, rear derailleur protector, 200mm travel BB Standard: PF30, 83mm, Press Fit
Shock	Custom Õhlins TTX22M, coil over w/ piggy back, spherical bearing mount, high/low speed comp, reb adj. 9.5x3.0"", Spring Rate XS: 297lb, S:343lb, M:388, L:434lb Travel: 200mm
Bottom Bracket	SRAM PF30 to BSA 83mm adapter
Headset	1-1/2"" integrated for 1-1/8"" steerer, cartridge bearings
Seatpost	Thomson alloy straight w/ 12-degree clamp, 367mm Type: Rigid