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2015 Specialized

Demo 8 II

TelaioAlluminio
SospensioniFull, 200 / 200mm
ForcellaRockShox BoXXer
Ammortizzatore posterioreÖhlins
Ruote27.5″ Alluminio
Trasmissione1 × 7
GruppoX0, X9
FreniSRAM Guide RS Disco idraulici
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Demo 8 II
Other Downhill bikes
Rapporti

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

44 km/h

Demo 8 II

43 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

Recensioni

Riassunto

The Specialized Demo is a high-performance downhill bike praised for its silent, agile terrain handling and breathtaking momentum. Its asymmetric frame design and Öhlins TTX shock contribute to a low center of gravity and effortless efficiency in steep terrain. While the bike excels in suspension performance and handling, some reviews note the fork could be better matched to the bike's caliber, and the rear tire lacks bite in wet conditions.

Pros
  • Silent and fast terrain handling

  • Breathtaking momentum and balance

  • Confidence-inspiring suspension and low bottom bracket

  • Nimble feel for carving and pushing for trickier lines

  • Effortless efficiency in steep, demanding terrain

Cons
  • RockShox Boxxer Team fork could be better for the price and calibre

  • Semi-slick Specialized Slaughter DH rear tyre lacks bite under braking in wet conditions

  • Fork felt too progressive and harsh, not matching the rear shock's performance

  • Pricing is described as 'really expensive' for the S-WORKS version

Key Quotes
A silent, agile, terrain-eating machine that covers ground with a serious amount of pace
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The momentum it carries is breathtaking
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The new Demo Carbon is definitely a race bike, as the slack headtube begs to turn into the steepest chutes available, and the tight, low rear end easily whips through tight switchbacks and rock gardens with ease.
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It’s a really lively bike, but when you get it in the bumps it eats them up really good
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BikeRadar
Specialized S-Works Demo 8 first ride review

set 2016 · Rob Weaver

The Demo handles the rough stuff without hesitation too, though we can’t help think about just how good it could be with an even better fork bolted in out front.

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MTB Mag
First Ride : Specialized Demo Carbon 27.5"

ago 2014 · Ian Collins

During Crankworx in Whistler, I had the fortunate opportunity to take a new Specialized Demo Carbon 27.5” bike out for a day and gather some thoughts on the bold, cutting edge new design. While one day certainly isn’t enough time to do a full length review on a complete DH bike, if there was any single place to ride for JUST one day and gather as much feedback as possible it would be in Whistler. demo test session from MTB MAG on Vimeo. At 6′ tall, I was pretty dead set on riding a long. Why did I call it

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Specialized releases S-works Demo 8 & Demo 8 Carbon

ago 2014 · Charles Bryer

Specialized’s latest release is the Demo 8 Carbon – a downhill bike designed to have a lower centre of gravity and improved stiffness according to

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Dirt Mountainbike
FIRST LOOK : 2015 Specialized Demo 8

ago 2014 · Dave Jaquin

We take a deeper look at the all new 2015 Specialized Demo 8

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MTBR
First Look: 2015 Specialized S-Works Demo 8 Carbon 650b

ago 2014 · Don Palermini

Specialized's all-new Demo Carbon 650b features a radical asymmetric frame design, 27.5-inch wheels, and a new FSR suspension layout. Plus the low, lean racing machine just looks flat-out fast. - Mtbr.com

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BIKE Magazine
2014 Bible of Bike Tests Roundtable Reels: Specialized Demo 8 II

gen 2014

Of the six downhill bikes we tested in this year's Bible of Bike Tests, the Specialized Demo 8 II really stood apart from the rest. Our testers explain why in this video.

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Mountain Flyer
Tested: Specialized Demo 8 II

ott 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.

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Mountain Bike Action
Bike Test: Specialized Demo 8 II

ago 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

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Geometria
Specifiche
Costruire
Telaio

M5 manipulated alloy, 650b S3 Geometry, 1.5"" forged headtube, 135mm rear spacing, compact race design, ISCG '05 mount, cartridge bearing rear shock mount, rear derailleur protector, 200mm travel

Standard BBPF30, 83mm, Movimento Centrale

Forcella

RockShox Boxxer Team 650b, coil spring, tapered alloy steerer, compression and rebound adjust, 20mm thru-axle, 200mm travel

Escursione200mm

Tipo di mollaCoil

Ammortizzatore posteriore

Custom Öhlins TTX22M, coil over w/ piggy back, spherical bearing mount, high/low speed compression, rebound adj. 9.5x3.0"", M: 76x434lb, L: 84x479lb, XL: 92x525lb

Escursione200mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM, PF30 to BSA 83mm adapter

Auricolare

1-1/2"", semi-integrated for 1-1/8"" steerer, loose ball bearings

Stem

Specialized P.Series MTB, forged alloy, 4-bolt

Manubrio

Specialized Demo, low rise bar, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 31.8mm

Sella

Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm

Reggisella

Thomson, alloy, straight, 12-degree clamp

TipoRigido

Pedali

Specialized Bennies, 6061 alloy body, sealed cartridge, 4.5mm removable pins

Manopole

Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, Others: XL

Gruppo
Deragliatore posteriore

SRAM X0, 10-speed, short cage

Manovella

SRAM X0 DH, PF30, carbon arms, triple base, 30T, w/ Gamut bashguard

Leve del cambio

SRAM X9, 10-speed

Cassetta

SRAM PG 1030, 7-speed, 9-25

Catena

SRAM PC-1031, 10-speed, w/ PowerLink, nickel finish

Freni

Front: SRAM Guide RS DH, metallic pads, Code caliper, 200mm Centerline rotor, Rear: SRAM Guide RS DH, metallic pads, Code caliper, 180mm Centerline rotor

TipoSRAM Guide RS Disco idraulici

Leve freno

SRAM Guide RS DH, alloy lever, reach adjust, w/ cartridge bearing lever pivot

Ruote
Cerchi

Roval 650b, alloy, 24mm inner width, 32h

Raggi

DT Swiss Industry, stainless

Mozzo anteriore

Specialized Hi Lo disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 20mm thru-axle, 32h

Mozzo posteriore

Custom DT Swiss, Star Ratchet, XX1 driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 32h

Pneumatici

Front: Specialized Butcher DH, 60TPI, wire bead, 650bx2.5"", Rear: Specialized Slaughter DH, 60TPI, wire bead, 650bx2.3""

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