Specialized Demo Race

Specialized Demo Race

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The "Demo Race" bike model from Specialized is a masterpiece for anyone looking for speed in the mountains. With a focus on lightning-fast descents, nothing has been left to chance with the Demo Race. Specialized has developed a bike that impresses with a new frame construction that allows the use of wheels of different sizes - 29 inches at the front and 27.5 inches at the rear. This combination ensures a perfect balance of traction and maneuverability, a mixture that has already been put through its paces by world champion Loïc Bruni. The bike has impressive suspension both front and rear with 200mm of travel each, which ensures a smooth ride on rough trails as well as high jumps. The fork is an Öhlins DH38 M.1 29 with a wide range of adjustment options to precisely tune it to the rider's needs. The Öhlins TTX 22 M coil shock absorber at the rear also offers a high degree of customizability. The brakes on the Demo Race are Magura MT7, hydraulic with 4-piston brake callipers and 203 mm discs, which provide excellent braking power in critical situations. The bike is powered by a SRAM X01 DH 7-speed drivetrain, which ensures fast and precise gear changes. The wheels are Roval 29" Alloy DH, which are not only robust but also tubeless ready for even better traction and puncture protection. In summary, the Specialized Demo Race is a machine for those who don't want to compromise on downhill performance. With its sophisticated equipment and innovative frame concept, it stands for speed, precision and fun on demanding trails.

Highlights

  • Good Rims
  • Driven by Pros in Downhill Worldcup!
  • Good Groupset components
  • Best brakes in class
  • Best suspension components
  • Top reviews from the bike magazines

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Description

SRP8300 €
CategoryDownhill
Travel Front200 mm
Travel Rear200 mm
Weight17.5 kg
Wheels29 / 27.5 / Mullet Aluminum
Frame MaterialAluminum
GroupsetSram X01
ForkÖhlins DH38 M.1
ShockÖHLINS
BrakesMagura MT7

Reviews

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BIKE Magazin

CONCLUSION: Uphill and on undulating trails, there's little to nothing, but wherever gravity accelerates, the "Demo" takes the lead.

Pinkbike

James Smurthwaite

Despite the forum hype, it sounds like Bruni won't be on a new suspension configuration... yet.

Loam Wolf

Sean Leicht

After nearly 100,00 vertical feet, the Specialized Demo downhill bike has been through the ringer and we're happy to share our review here.

Vital MTB

BrianBuell

A DH Racer’s Perspective: Unveiling the 2020 Specialized Demo 29 The Demo 29 is officially available to all. Fast man Brian Buell heads to Port Angeles to break things down and evaluate the brand new bike from a seasoned racer's point of view.

Pros
  1. Winning track record
  2. Rider balance within the bike
  3. Rider comfort at high speeds and when it gets rowdy
  4. Increased momentum carry through all terrain
  5. More progressive leverage curve to combat heavy g-forces  
  6. 29-inch wheels just go faster and accommodate more flat-out World Cup courses
  7. Built with an eye for minimal maintenance
Cons
  1. Ever evolving platform could be a distraction for some athletes
  2. Internal cable rattle
  3. 29-inch wheels take more effort to wrestle around on tight, technical sections
  4. 148mm rear axle limits compatibility with other DH-rated wheelsets

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Specifications

Frame

Frame
M5 alloy, Style-Specific DH Geometry, horst pivot flip chip for 27.5 or 29 rear wheel, BSA threaded BB, full internal cable routing with option for full external brake, 148mm rear spacing, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 200mm of travel
Frame Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Frame Colors
GLOSS MIDNIGHT SHADOW / MIDNIGHT SHADOW METALLIC FADE / VIOLET GHOST PEARLSATIN SMOKE / COOL GREY / BIRCH OVER DUNE WHITE / OBSIDIAN

Suspension

Fork
Öhlins DH38 M.1 29, TTX Twin Tube Damping, external low speed rebound adjust, external high and low speed compression adjustment, 20x110mm, 58mm offset, 200mm of travel
Rear Shock
Öhlins TTX 22 M Coil, external rebound adjust, external high and low speed compression adjustment, Trunnion mount, 225x75

Cockpit

Stem
Renthal Integra35, Direct Mount Stem, 45mm length
Handlebars
Renthal Fatbar35, 5-degree upsweep, 7-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 800mm, 35.0mm
Tape/Grips
Deity Lockjaw
Saddle
Body Geometry Henge DH, hollow titanium rails, 130mm

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 DH, 7-speed, trigger
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 DH, trigger, 7-speed
Cassette
SRAM X01 DH, 7-speed, 10-24t
Chain
Sram PC1130 w/ Powerlink, 11-speed
Crankset
SRAM X01 DH, DUB, carbon, Direct mount ring, 165mm
Chainrings
34T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, 83mm

Brakes

Front Brake
Magura MT7, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm
Shift Levers
Magura MT7, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm

Wheels

Front Rim
Roval 29" Alloy DH, 28mm internal width, 28h front, 32h rear, tubeless ready
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
Roval 29" Alloy DH, 28mm internal width, 28h front, 32h rear, tubeless ready
Front Hub
Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 20x110mm, 28h
Thru Axle
DT Swiss 350, SRAM XD freehub, 6-bolt disc, high-low flange, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm spacing, 32h
Inner Tubes
Standard, Presta Valve

Geometry Specialized Demo Race

SizeS2S3S4
Seat Tube Length (mm)394mm420mm420mm
Seat Tube Angle78.2°76.8°76.8°
Head Tube Length (mm)105105105
Head Tube Angle62.8°62.8°62.8°
Chainstay Length (mm)438438438
Wheelbase (mm)124912691289
Stack (mm)632mm632mm632mm
Reach (mm)426mm446mm466mm
Trail (mm)130mm130mm130mm
Fork Rake Offset (mm)56mm56mm56mm
Handelbar Width (mm)800mm800mm800mm
Stem Length (mm)45mm45mm45mm
Crank Length (mm)165mm165mm165mm

Customer questions & answers

FAQ Specialized Demo Race

How heavy is the Bike?

The Demo Race weights 17,50 kg. Thats roughly 38,6 pounds

What material is the frame of the Specialized Demo Race?

The Specialized Demo Race ist crafted with Aluminum

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Specialized?

The SRP Price is our information at 8300 EUR