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2015

Specialized Demo 8 II

Specialized Demo 2015

Downhill

At a glance

The 2015 Specialized Demo 8 II is an Downhill mountain bike. It has RockShox suspension and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Demo range of mountain bikes.

With multiple World Championships already to its name, the Demo 8 FSR II is the sport’s fastest downhill machine. With 200mm of travel, a exclusive Öhlins TTX22M shock, and a RockShox Boxxer Team fork, it oozes premium downhill performance.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    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
  • Fork
    RockShox Boxxer Team 650b, coil spring, tapered alloy steerer, compression and rebound adjust, 20mm thru-axle, 200mm travel
  • Shock
    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
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: Specialized Hi Lo disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 20mm thru-axle, 32h
    Rear: Custom DT Swiss, Star Ratchet, XX1 driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 32h
  • Wheels
    Roval 650b, alloy, 24mm inner width, 32h
  • Spokes
    DT Swiss Industry, stainless
  • Tires
    Front: Specialized Butcher DH, 60TPI, wire bead, 650bx2.5""
    Rear: Specialized Slaughter DH, 60TPI, wire bead, 650bx2.3""
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    SRAM PC-1031, 10-speed, w/ PowerLink, nickel finish
  • Crank
    SRAM X0 DH, PF30, carbon arms, triple base, 30T, w/ Gamut bashguard
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM, PF30 to BSA 83mm adapter
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM X0, 10-speed, short cage
  • Shifters
    SRAM X9, 10-speed
  • Cassette
    SRAM PG 1030, 7-speed, 9-25
  • Pedals
    Specialized Bennies, 6061 alloy body, sealed cartridge bearings, 4.5mm removable pins
Components
  • Brakeset
    Front: SRAM Guide RS DH, metallic pads, Code caliper, 200mm Centerline rotor
    Rear: SRAM Guide RS DH, metallic pads, Code caliper, 180mm Centerline rotor
  • Handlebar
    Specialized Demo, low rise bar, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 31.8mm
  • Saddle
    Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
  • Seatpost
    Thomson, alloy, straight, 12-degree clamp
  • Stem
    Specialized P.Series MTB, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 45mm

FAQ

Q: What size 2015 Specialized Demo 8 II should I get?

After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Demo 8 II size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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