2014 Specialized Demo II vs 2015 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset
The Specialized Demo 8 Frameset size closest to your S is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset
Compared with the Specialized Demo II in S, the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset in LONG places the top of the head tube 30 mm higher and 30 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 62 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +30 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +30 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +62 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +9 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Demo II is drawn. The Specialized Demo 8 Frameset numbers we have for size LONG are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Demo II S | Specialized Demo 8 Frameset LONG | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 410mm | 440mm | +30 mm |
| Stack | 593mm | 623mm | +30 mm |
| Head tube angle | 64° | 63.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 62° | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 421mm | 430mm | +9 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1171mm | 1233mm | +62 mm |
| BB height | 343mm | 343mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 717mm | 712mm | −5 mm |
| Seat tube length | 394mm | 419mm | +25 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 613mm |
Differences are the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset minus the Specialized Demo II. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Demo II, 2015 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Demo IISpecialized Demo 8 Frameset
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 II8 II | Specialized Demo 8 FramesetS-Works Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Boxxer World | not listed |
| Rear shock | Specialized Õhlins TTX22M | Öhlins TTX22M |
| Shifter | SRAM X0 | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM X.0 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG-70 Capreo | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X9SL | not listed |
| Crankset | SRAM X0 DH | not listed |
| Pedals | Specialized Bennies | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Butcher DH | not listed |
| Hub | Specialized Hi Lo | not listed |
| Brake | Avid Code X0 World | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Demo | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom | not listed |
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