Specialized Epic 8 Comp Bike (2025)

Specialized Epic 8 Comp mountain bike in gray color, 2025 model. Specialized reference: 90325-5003

The new Epic 8 evolves the formula of speed through capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Modern XC trails demand more and more capability day by day. Enter the Epic 8. Its improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedaling bike we've tested, while the custom (and tuned) shocks absorb every bump. It's a wolf in wolf's clothing.

• UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. You'll be amazed at how the progressive geometry of the Epic 8 offers capability on technical terrain along with quick and efficient climbing and acceleration performance.
• WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time, so you can keep pushing forward while others struggle.
• RIDE DYNAMICS TUNING: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed a custom tuning for the new Epic 8 shock. Our unique damping characteristics, prescribed by Ride Dynamics, holistically elevate the riding experience. By tuning the shocks along with the chassis leverage rates and new kinematics, we can offer a bike that goes beyond the sum of its parts.
• BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing the suspension kinematics, the Specialized Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedal-induced bobbing by 20%, while keeping the suspension active for effective bump force management, ensuring you stay in the most efficient pedaling position. It's the most pedal-efficient suspension bike we've tested.
• MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we didn't add a single unnecessary gram to achieve maximum frame capability. All models now include SWAT 4.0 for carrying all your trail essentials, and an integrated headset cap to prevent the ubiquitous scar on the top tube the first time you crash and your handlebars turn. In fact, the new Epic 8 S-Works frame has lost weight (76 grams to be exact) while gaining these new additions.

Technical Specifications

Frameset

• FRAME: FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel
• SEAT CLAMP: Alloy, 34.9mm
• SWAT: SWAT internal downtube storage

Cockpit

• STEM: Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
• BARS: Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
• GRIPS: SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
• SEAT: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
• SEATPOST: X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset

Suspension

• SHOCK: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
• FORK: RockShox SID Select, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel

Brakes

• FRONT BRAKE: SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
• REAR BRAKE: SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor

Drivetrain

• BOTTOM BRACKET: SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
• SHIFTER: Sram AXS POD Controller
• DERAILLEUR: SRAM S-1000 Eagle Transmission
• CASSETTE: SRAM XS 1270 Transmission, 10-52t
• CHAIN: SRAM GX Transmission
• CRANKSET: SRAM S1000 Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 34T

Wheels & Tires

• WHEELS: Specialized Alloy 29, 28mm internal width, tubeless
• FRONT HUB: Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 6-bolt, 15x110mm thru-axle, 32h
• REAR HUB: Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h
• SPOKES: DT Swiss Industry
• FRONT TIRE: Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
• REAR TIRE: Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
• TUBES: Standard 40mm PV 29x1.75-2.4

Product Details

• DYNAMO: 221499

Weight

• WEIGHT: 11.89kg (26 lb, 3.4 oz)
• SIZE: MD