At a glance
The 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Alloy is an Downhill Carbon mountain bike. It sports 27.5" wheels, is priced at $5,000 AUD, has RockShox suspension and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Demo range of mountain bikes.When sending it full gas down the run, you want confidence that your bike will perform as it should, and no material has earned its keep on the downhill circuit like our M5 aluminium. The reasons for this are stacking, but primarily, it can all be summed up by stiffness, light overall weight, and strength. That’s why you’ll find that our Demo 8 I Alloy was constructed from it in order to make your next shred-sesh that much more fun. It’s more than a one-trick-pony, though, as it also features a 1.5-inch forged head tube to enhance most of these qualities. As for the ride, the Demo 8 pairs our S3 Geometry with an asymmetric frame design that ensures plenty of access, a roomy top tube for added control, ultra-short, nimble chainstays, a low bottom bracket that keeps you feeling planted, and a slack front end that provides the utmost in responsive handling at speed.
Where To Buy
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Specifications
Frameset
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FrameM5 alloy, S3 Geometry, carbon seatstay, BB30, full internal cable routing, 135mm dropouts, lipped and sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 200mm of travel
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ForkRockShox BoXXer Team 27.5, coil spring, S: Extra soft spring, M: Soft spring, L: Medium spring, XL: Firm spring, 200mm of travel, Charger Damper, compression adjust, rebound adjust, alloy steerer, 48mm offset, Maxle Lite DH
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ShockFOX/Specialized Van RC, rebound & compression adjust, 9.5x3.0"
Wheels
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HubsFront: Specialized disc, alloy flange & disc mount, sealed cartridge bearings, 20mm thru-axle, 32h
Rear: Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x135mm spacing, 32h -
WheelsRoval 27.5, alloy, 24mm internal width
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Wheel Size27.5"
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SpokesDT Swiss Industry, stainless, 3-cross, 2.0"
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TiresFront: Butcher, DH casing, 27.5 b x2.5", 60 TPI, wire bead
Rear: Butcher, DH casing, 27.5 b x2.3", 60 TPI, wire bead
Drivetrain
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ChainSRAM PC-1031, 10-speed w/ PowerLink
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CrankCustom SRAM Descendant, BB30, 7050 alloy arms w/ Gamut bashguard, 165mm
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Bottom BracketSRAM BB30, 83mm
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Rear DerailleurSRAM GX, Type 2.1, short cage
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ShiftersSRAM X7, trigger
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CassetteSRAM PG-1030, 10 speed, 11-36 last three cogs removed
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PedalsSpecialized Bennies, 6061 alloy body, sealed cartridge bearings, 4.5mm removable pins
Components
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BrakesetFront: SRAM Guide R, hydraulic disc, organic pads, Guide S4 4-piston caliper, 200mm rotor
Rear: SRAM Guide R, hydraulic disc, organic pads, Guide S4 4-piston caliper, 180mm rotor -
HandlebarSpecialized DH, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 800mm, 31.8mm clamp
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SaddleBody Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
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SeatpostSpecialized, 6061 alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 0mm setback, 30.9mm
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StemSpecialized Direct Mount DH Stem, two-piece, forged alloy, 45mm
FAQ
Q: How much is a 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Alloy?
A 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Alloy is typically priced around $5,000 AUD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.
Q: What size wheels does the 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Alloy have?
The 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Alloy has 27.5" wheels.
Q: What size 2018 Specialized Demo 8 I Alloy should I get?
After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Demo 8 I Alloy 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 |
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| 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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