2014 Specialized Demo I Carbon vs 2016 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset
The M is the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset size closest to your M Specialized Demo I Carbon. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset
Compared with the Specialized Demo I Carbon in M, the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset in M places the top of the head tube 21 mm higher and 10 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 17 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +21 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −10 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +17 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +9 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Demo I Carbon, MSpecialized Demo 8 Frameset, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Demo I Carbon M | Specialized Demo 8 Frameset M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 430mm | 420 | −10 mm |
| Stack | 593mm | 614 | +21 mm |
| Head tube angle | 64° | 63.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 76° | 74 | −2.0° |
| Chainstay length | 421mm | 430 | +9 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1191mm | 1208 | +17 mm |
| BB height | 338mm | 342 | +4 mm |
| Standover | 717mm | 698 | −19 mm |
| Seat tube length | 419mm | 394 | −25 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 596 | |
| BB drop | not listed | 12 | |
| Fork length | not listed | 590 | |
| Head tube length | not listed | 105 |
Differences are the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset minus the Specialized Demo I Carbon. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Demo I Carbon, 2016 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Demo I CarbonSpecialized 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 I Carbon8 I Carbon | Specialized Demo 8 Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Boxxer RC Select | not listed |
| Rear shock | Cane Creek Barrel | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM X-7 | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM X-9 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM 1031 | not listed |
| Crankset | SRAM Descendant | not listed |
| Pedals | Specialized Bennies | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Butcher DH | not listed |
| Hub | Specialized Hi Lo | not listed |
| Brake | Avid Elixir 7 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Demo | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom | not listed |
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