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2017

Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon

Specialized Demo 8 2017

5500

Downhill

Colour / Satin black/gloss black

Size / S, M, L, XL

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At a glance

The 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon is an Downhill Carbon mountain bike. It sports 27.5" wheels, is priced at $5,500 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including S, M, L, XL, has RockShox suspension and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Demo 8 range of mountain bikes.

Fully internal cable routing, Lipped and sealed cartridge bearing pivots, Replaceable derailleur hanger, Asymmetrical frame

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    FACT 10m carbon, carbon front triangle, carbon link and seatstay, FACT IS construction
  • Fork
    RockShox BoXXer RC 650b, S: Extra soft spring, M: Soft spring, L: Medium spring, XL: Firm spring, compression adjust, rebound adjust, alloy steerer, 48mm offset, Maxle Lite DH, 200mm
  • Shock
    Custom Öhlins TTX, Twin-Tube design, high and low-speed compression adjust, rebound adjust, 9.5x3"
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: Specialized disc, alloy flange & disc mount, sealed cartridge bearings, 20mm thru-axle, 32 hole
    Rear: Specialized disc, 12x135mm spacing, sealed cartridge bearings, 32 hole
  • Wheels
    Roval 650b, alloy, 24mm inner width, 32 hole
  • Wheel Size
    27.5"
  • Spokes
    DT Swiss Industry, stainless, 3x, 2.0"
  • Tires
    Front: Butcher, DH casing, 650bx2.5", 60TPI, wire bead
    Rear: Slaughter, DH casing, 650bx2.3", 60TPI, wire bead
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    430mm, Gamut P20s, SRAM X-Sync, 36 tooth, SRAM PC-1110, 11-speed, PowerLink
  • Crank
    SRAM Descendant, 7050 alloy arms, 165mm length
  • Bottom Bracket
    342mm, BB30, press fit
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM GX DH, medium cage, 7-speed
  • Shifters
    SRAM GX, 7-speed, trigger
Components
  • Brakeset
    SRAM Guide R calipers, hydraulic disc, metallic pads, 200mm front / 180mm rear rotors, SRAM Guide R
  • Handlebar
    Specialized DH, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 25mm rise, 800mm, 31.8mm
  • Saddle
    Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
  • Seatpost
    Specialized, 6061 alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 0mm setback, 30.9mm, , Alloy, 36.9mm, , Alloy, 36.9mm
  • Stem
    Specialized P.Series MTB, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 45mm
  • Grips
    Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
  • Headset
    1-1/2" Semi-Integrated for 1-1/8" Steerer, Cartridge Bearings

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon?

A 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon is typically priced around $5,500 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: Where to buy a 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon?

The 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon may be purchased directly from Specialized.

Q: What size wheels does the 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon have?

The 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon has 27.5" wheels.

Q: What size 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon should I get?

The 2017 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon comes in sizes S, M, L, XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon 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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