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2018

Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon

Specialized Demo 8 2018

5500

Downhill

Colour / Gloss Rocket Red/Light Blue

Size / S, M, L, XL

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At a glance

The 2018 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.

FSR suspension, Full internal cable routing, Lipped and sealed cartridge bearing pivots

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    S-Works FACT 10m carbon front triangle and seatstay, Team alloy link, FACT IS construction
  • Fork
    RockShox BoXXer Team, Charger damper, coil spring, compression adjust, rebound adjust, alloy steerer, 48mm offset, Maxle Lite DH, 200mm
  • Shock
    Custom Ohlins TTX, twin-tube design, high- and low-speed compression adjust, rebound adjust, 9.5" x 3"
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: Specialized disc, alloy flange and disc mount, sealed cartridge bearings, 20mm thru-axle, 32 hole
    Rear: Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 135x12mm spacing, 32 hole
  • Wheels
    Roval 27.5, alloy, 24mm internal width
  • Wheel Size
    27.5"
  • Spokes
    DT Swiss Industry, stainless, 3-cross, 2.0"
  • Tires
    Specialized Butcher, DH casing, 60 tpi, wire bead, 27.5" x 2.5" (front), 27.5" x 2.3" (rear)
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    430mm, Yes, SRAM, 36 tooth, SRAM PC-1031, 10-speed, with PowerLink
  • Crank
    Custom SRAM Descendant, BB30, 7050 alloy 165mm crankarms, Gamut bashguard
  • Bottom Bracket
    342mm, SRAM BB30, 83mm
  • Front Derailleur
    N/A (1x-specific)
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM GX, Type 2.1, short cage
  • Shifters
    SRAM X7, trigger
Components
  • Brakeset
    SRAM Code R, hydraulic disc, metallic pads, 4-piston caliper, 200mm front rotor, 180mm rear rotor, SRAM Code R, hydraulic
  • Handlebar
    Specialized DH, 7050 alloy, 6° upsweep, 8° backsweep, 27mm rise, 800mm width, 31.8mm clamp
  • Saddle
    Specialized Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width
  • Seatpost
    Specialized, 6061 alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 0mm setback, 30.9mm, Standard single bolt, alloy, 30.9mm, Standard single bolt, alloy
  • Stem
    Specialized Direct Mount DH, two-piece, forged alloy, 45mm length
  • Grips
    Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon?

A 2018 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 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon?

The 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon may be purchased directly from Specialized.

Q: What size wheels does the 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon have?

The 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon has 27.5" wheels.

Q: What size 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Carbon should I get?

The 2018 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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