2009 Specialized Demo I 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
- +28 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Demo I numbers we have for size M are missing the reach and stack. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Demo I M | Specialized Demo 8 Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head tube angle | 65° | 64° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 65° | 64.5° | −0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 421mm | 421mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1185mm | 1213mm | +28 mm |
| BB height | 362mm | 368mm | +6 mm |
| Standover | 753mm | 769mm | +16 mm |
| Seat tube length | 432mm | 457mm | +25 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset minus the Specialized Demo I. Full charts: 2009 Specialized Demo I, 2009 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Demo ISpecialized 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 Demo I7 I | Specialized Demo 8 FramesetFrameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Demo 7 FSR M5 | Specialized Demo 8 FSR M5 |
| Fork | RockShox Totem IS | not listed |
| Rear shock | Fox DHX 4.0 coil 8.5x2.375 | Fox DHX 5.0 |
| Shifter | SRAM X-7 | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM X-9 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG61 | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM PC-971 | not listed |
| Crankset | TruVativ Hussefelt | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | TruVativ Howitzer XR | not listed |
| Pedals | Specialized Lo-Pro alloy | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Chunder SX 26x2.3 | not listed |
| Hub | Specialized thru axle 135mm | not listed |
| Rim | DT Swiss F550 | not listed |
| Brake | Avid Elixir | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Demo rise bar | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Aggro stem | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized lock on grip | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Enduro | not listed |
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