Specialized Demo Race bike 2024

Maximum speed has always been the main objective when designing the Demos. The frame design provides flexibility in wheel mounting and allows the rider to mount a 29-inch front wheel and a 27.5-inch rear wheel. A combination already tested by World Champion Loic Bruni who was looking for the perfect balance between traction and manoeuvrability, now also approved by the UCI. The Demo Race rose to the top of the world rankings and the World Cup in its first season.

The trajectory of the rear axle minimises the effect of obstacle impacts on the rear wheel, increasing speed. Öhlins suspension with the kinematics that are highly appreciated on the World Cup circuit, together with the DH-specific SRAM X01 drivetrain, make the Demo Race the perfect weapon for every run.

The M5 alloy frame design provides for the fitting of a 29-inch front wheel, perfect for traction, and a more manoeuvrable 27.5-inch rear wheel. At the same time, it is also possible to opt for a 29er on the rear wheel to accommodate different riding styles or types of trails. The rear suspension is adjustable so that the length of the chainstays and the ride height remain calibrated, regardless of wheel size.

The Öhlins TTX 22M.2 shock absorber is capable of tackling the most technical DH trails in the World Cup. The Ohlins DH38 fork with 200mm travel is a guarantee on the most demanding drops.

Technical 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
• Saddle clamp: Alloy, 34.9mm

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

• Knobs: Deity, Lockjaw
• Handlebar: Renthal Fatbar 35, 5-degree upsweep, 7-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 800mm, 35.0mm
• Handlebar: Renthal Integra 35mm Direct Mount Stem, 45mm length
• Saddle: Body Geometry Henge DH, hollow titanium rails, 130mm
• Seatpost: Thomson, alloy, straight, 12-degree clamp

Brakes

• Front brake: SRAM Code RSC, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 220mm HS2
• Rear brake: SRAM Code RSC, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm HS2

Transmission

• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB, 83mm
• Sprocket Pack: SRAM X01 DH, 7-speed, 10-24t
• Rear derailleur: SRAM X01 DH, 7-speed, trigger
• Crankset: SRAM X01 DH, DUB, carbon, direct mount ring, 165mm
• Shifters: SRAM X01 DH, trigger, 7-speed
• Chain: Sram PC1130 w/ Powerlink, 11-speed
• Chainrings: 34T

Wheels

• Rims: Roval Traverse Gravity Alloy 29"/27.5", 32h alloy rim, 28mm inner rim width
• Front hub: DT Swiss 350 hub, 20x110mm
• Front tyre: Cannibal, GRID GRAVITY casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"
• Rear tyre: Cannibal, GRID GRAVITY casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.3"
• Spokes: Sapim D-Light
• Rear hub: DT Swiss 350 hub, 12x148mm
• Inner tubes: Standard, Presta

Weight

• Producer weight: 17.56kg (38lb, 11.4oz)
• Weighed measurement: S3

Weights based on production painted frames as shown. Actual weights will vary based on colour, frame size and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.