2016 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset vs 2018 Specialized Demo I Alloy
The Specialized Demo I Alloy size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Demo I Alloy
Compared with the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset in M, the Specialized Demo I Alloy in SHORT places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 25 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 25 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −25 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −25 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Demo 8 Frameset, MSpecialized Demo I Alloy, SHORTDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Demo 8 Frameset M | Specialized Demo I Alloy SHORT | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 420 | 395mm | −25 mm |
| Stack | 614 | 614mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 63.5 | 63.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 596 | 571mm | −25 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1208 | 1183mm | −25 mm |
| BB drop | 12 | 12mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 342 | 342mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 698 | 698mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 394 | 367mm | −27 mm |
| Fork length | 590 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 105 | 105mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Demo I Alloy minus the Specialized Demo 8 Frameset. Full charts: 2016 Specialized Demo 8 Frameset, 2018 Specialized Demo I Alloy.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Demo 8 FramesetSpecialized Demo I Alloy
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 8 Frameset | Specialized Demo I Alloy8 I Alloy |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | not listed | RockShox BoXXer Team 27.5 |
| Rear shock | not listed | Fox Van RC |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM X-7 |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM GX |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM PG-1030 |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM PC-1031 |
| Crankset | not listed | SRAM Descendant |
| Pedals | not listed | Specialized Bennies |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Butcher |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Guide R |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized two-piece |
| Grips | not listed | Specialized Sip Grip |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Phenom Comp |
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