2022 Specialized Demo Race Downhill Mountain Bike - Gloss Red Onyx

Speed has always been the hallmark of the Demo, and the Specialized Demo Race Mountain Bike continues this tradition with a cutting-edge design. Featuring a flexible wheel-size frame, the Demo Race lets riders capitalise on a 29-inch front wheel for traction and a 27.5-inch rear wheel for agility, a combination long tested by World Champion Loïc Bruni and recently approved by the UCI. Despite this, the Demo Race secured both the Downhill World Championship and overall World Cup titles in its debut season.

Now, this winning configuration is available directly from the box. The Demo Race includes an adjustable rear end that allows for seamless switching between 27.5 and 29-inch wheel sizes, catering to different terrains and riding styles while maintaining optimal chainstay length and bottom-bracket height.

Engineered for speed on demanding trails, the Demo Race features a suspension design with a rearward axle path that minimises rear wheel hang-up, thereby enhancing overall velocity. The high-performance suspension system from Öhlins, paired with SRAM’s DH-specific XO1 drivetrain, ensures reliable performance from the start gate to the finish line.

The Demo Race M5 alloy frame is meticulously crafted to exploit the benefits of a 29-inch front wheel for superior traction and a 27.5-inch rear wheel for nimble handling. It also provides the flexibility to adjust rear wheel size to suit various terrains and riding preferences, with an adjustable rear end that ensures precise chainstay length and bottom-bracket height.

The Öhlins TTX 22 M coil shock is built to tackle the most demanding World Cup Downhill tracks, offering external low-speed compression and rebound adjustments with a Trunnion mount for added durability. Additionally, the Öhlins DH38 m.1 fork delivers 200mm of travel, offering exceptional small bump tracking and absorbing landings from even the most aggressive drops, resulting in smoother, faster, and more confident runs.