Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset X0, X9 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Demo 7 FSR M5 Manipulated Alloy, 7"" travel, Magnesium link, asymetrical rear triangle, ISCG mount, adj. geometry, 1.5"" forged HT, cartridge bearing rear shock mount, rear derailleur protector
Suspension Fork
RockShox Totem Solo Air, 180mm travel, external compression and rebound adj. 1.5"" alloy steerer tube, 20mm thru-axle w/ Maxle 360
Rear Shock
Fox DHX 5.0 coil 8.5x2.375"", ProPedal and rebound adj. bottom out control, S:450, M:500, L:550
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-0, 9-speed, short cage
Shift Levers
SRAM X-9, trigger
Cassette
Shimano HG80, 9-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Truvativ Holzfeller, 170mm w/ Gamut P-30 chain guide
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Howitzer XR, oversize sealed outboard cartridge bearing, 73mm shell
Chain
SRAM PC-971, 9-speed w/Power Link
Pedals
Specialized Lo-Pro Mag, magnesium platform, 9/16"" oversized heat treated Cr-Mo axle, sealed cartridge bearing, removable allen bolt pins
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Hi-Lo disc, 20mm thru-axle, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized thru axle 135mm, hollow 10mm Cr-Mo axle w/ RD guard
Rims
Custom DT Swiss F550, 30mm, 32h
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0mm stainless, black, brass nipples
Tires
Specialized Chunder SX 26x2.3"", 60 TPI, aramid bead, cap ply, soft dual compound
Brakes
Brakes
Custom Avid Elixir R Carbon, hydraulic disc, reach adjust, metallic pads, carbon lever, stainless hardware, 203mm rotor
Brake Levers
Custom Avid Elixir R Carbon Hydraulic, tool-less adj. reach
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Aggro stem, 35mm extension, OS 31.8, 4-bolt, forged
Handlebar
Specialized Demo rise bar, 6066 alloy, 31.8mm, 6 degree up, 9 degree backsweep, 680mm wide
Grips
Specialized lock on grip, alloy bar ends
Headset
1.5"" Threadless, lightweight 7050 alloy cups
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Enduro, 8mm hollow Cr-Mo rails, SL foam
Seatpost
Thomson straight w/ 12 degree clamp, 367mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 374 mm | 374 mm | 374 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 548 mm | 573 mm | 593 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 457 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1158 mm | 1183 mm | 1203 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -31 mm | -31 mm | -31 mm |
| Standover Height | 746 mm | 751 mm | 761 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Demo 7 II completes the Specialized Demo model. Specialized released 63 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Demo bikes models from 2009, here.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
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Demo 7 II components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox fork installed. The fork’s travel is 180mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
Demo 7 II has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The Demo 7 II 2009 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Demo 7 II comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Specialized Demo 7 II bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.