2017 Specialized Demo 8 II Alloy

Archived: 2017 Specialized Demo 8 II Alloy · Mountain

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.

Archived: Frame: M5 alloy, S3 Geometry, carbon link and seatstay, BB30, full internal cable routing, 135mm dropouts, lipped and sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 200mm of travel · Fork: RockShox BoXXer Team 650b, coil spring, S: Extra soft spring, M: Soft spring, L: Medium spring, XL: Firm spring, 200mm of travel, charger damper, compression adjust, rebound adjust, alloy steerer, 48mm offset, Maxle Lite DH · Aluminum

• Inspect composite areas in bright light for impact marks, cracks, ripples or crushed clamp zones. Check metal sections and welds separately for dents or cracking.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.

Archived: Fork: RockShox BoXXer Team 650b, coil spring, S: Extra soft spring, M: Soft spring, L: Medium spring, XL: Firm spring, 200mm of travel, charger damper, compression adjust, rebound adjust, alloy steerer, 48mm offset, Maxle Lite DH · Rear shock: Custom Öhlins TTX, Twin-Tube desgin, high and low-speed compression adjust, rebound adjust, 9.5x3""

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Inspect the shock shaft and seals, cycle the rear suspension through its travel and check for oil, air loss, binding or unusual top-out and bottom-out noises.
• Hold the rear brake and load the suspension from several directions. Check pivots, bearings and mounting hardware for knock, looseness or side play.
• Ask for dated fork, shock and pivot-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil, bushings or bearings.

Archived: Shifters: SRAM X9, 10-speed, trigger · Rear derailleur: SRAM X0 Type 2.1, short cage, 10-speed · Crankset: SRAM X0 DH, BB30, carbon arms, triple base w/Gamut bashguard 165mm; chainrings: SRAM 36T · Bottom bracket: SRAM BB30, 83mm · Cassette: SRAM PG-1030, 10-speed, 11-36t · Chain: SRAM PC-1031, 10-speed w/PowerLink

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: (F) SRAM Guide RS lever, hydraulic disc, organic pads, Code calipers, 200mm rotor / (R) SRAM Guide RS, hydraulic disc, organic pads, Guide S4 4-piston caliper, 180mm rotor

• Squeeze each lever firmly. It should feel consistent and return cleanly. Check levers, hoses and calipers for fluid, inspect pad thickness and contamination, and examine rotors for wear or bending.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Rims: Roval 650b, alloy, 24mm inner width, 32h · Hubs: (F) Specialized disc, alloy flange & disc mount, sealed cartridge bearings, 20mm thru-axle, 32h / (R) Custom DT Swiss 350, 135mm spacing, SRAM XD driver, 54T ratchet, 12mm thru-axle, 32h · Front tire: Butcher, DH casing, 650bx2.5"", 60TPI, wire bead · Rear tire: Slaughter, DH casing, 650bx2.3"", 60TPI, wire bead

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.

Archived: Handlebar: Specialized DH, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 25mm rise, 800mm, 31.8mm · Stem: Specialized P.Series MTB, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 45mm · Seatpost: Thomson, alloy, straight, 12-degree clamp · Saddle: Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm · Pedals: Specialized Bennies, 6061 alloy body, sealed cartridge bearings, 4.5mm removable pins

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.