2017 Specialized Demo Alloy vs 2018 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset
The SHORT is the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset size closest to your SHORT Specialized Demo Alloy. 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 Alloy in SHORT, the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset in SHORT places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Demo Alloy, SHORTSpecialized Demo 8 Frameset, SHORTDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Demo Alloy SHORT | Specialized Demo 8 Frameset SHORT | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395mm | 395mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 614mm | 614mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 63.5° | 63.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 571mm | 571mm | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1183mm | 1183mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 12mm | 12mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 342mm | 342mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 698mm | 698mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 367mm | 367mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 105mm | 105mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 590mm |
Differences are the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset minus the Specialized Demo Alloy. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Demo Alloy, 2018 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Demo AlloySpecialized 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 Alloy8 Alloy | Specialized Demo 8 FramesetS-Works Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Rear shock | Öhlins TTX | Öhlins TTX |
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