2009 Specialized Demo vs 2009 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- +10 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Demo numbers we have for size M are missing the reach and stack. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Demo M | Specialized Demo 8 Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head tube angle | 64° | 64° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 65° | 64.5° | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 575 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 421mm | 421mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1203 | 1213mm | +10 mm |
| BB height | 368mm | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 759mm | 769mm | +10 mm |
| Seat tube length | 432mm | 457mm | +25 mm |
| Head tube length | 120 | not listed |
Differences are the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset minus the Specialized Demo. Full charts: 2009 Specialized Demo, 2009 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized DemoSpecialized Demo 8 Frameset
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
Each bike is ranked against the other downhill bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Demo7 | Specialized Demo 8 FramesetFrameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Demo 7 FSR M5 | Specialized Demo 8 FSR M5 |
| Rear shock | Fox DHX 5.0 | Fox DHX 5.0 |
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