Specialized S-Works Epic 8 Mountain Bike 2025 - XC Full Suspension MTB

The Specialized S-Works Epic 8 redefines cross-country performance with its S-Works FACT 12m Carbon frame, boasting Progressive XC Race Geometry for optimal handling. The 120mm of travel ensures a smooth and controlled ride, while the integrated SWAT downtube storage keeps your essentials within reach. Paired with RockShox SID ULTIMATE Flight Attendant fork and SIDLuxe ULTIMATE rear shock, this bike guarantees an unmatched combination of bump absorption and pedalling efficiency.
Key Features:
- S-Works FACT 12m Carbon frame, Rider-First EngineeredTM, and SWAT downtube storage
- RockShox SID ULTIMATE Flight Attendant fork with 120mm travel
- RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE Flight Attendant rear shock with 3-position tuning
- SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS 12-speed transmission for pinnacle shifting performance
- SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth 4-piston brakes provide superior stopping power
- Roval Control SL wheels for an obscenely light, smooth, and durable ride
- Integrated SWAT 4.0 storage in the downtube for carrying trail essentials
- Available with 0% APR finance
The all-new S-Works Epic 8 stands as the epitome of cross-country prowess. Designed with Modern XC tracks in mind, this bike excels in capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Boasting a 120mm travel S-Works FACT 12m Carbon frame, the Epic SW combines responsiveness with durability, ensuring a ride that's both exhilarating and reliable.
Experience the enhanced kinematics that make it the most efficient pedaling bike ever tested by Specialized. The custom-valved shocks, RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE and SID ULTIMATE fork with Flight Attendant, deliver 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob. The Roval Control SL wheels, featuring ceramic bearings and a carbon offset design, contribute to an obscenely light yet robust ride.
With SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS transmission and Level Ultimate Stealth 4-piston brakes, the Epic SW offers top-tier performance. The integrated SWAT 4.0 in the downtube ensures you're always prepared for the trail ahead. Unleash the wolf in wolf's clothing – the S-Works Epic 8 is your ticket to conquering XC trails with style and precision.
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Frame | S-Works FACT 12m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First EngineeredTM, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain and seatpost |
Fork | RockShox SID ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel |
Rear Shock | RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Solo Air, 190x45mm |
Bars | Roval Control SL Integrated cockpit, 60mm X- 12 degree integrated stem, 8-degree backsweep, 1 degree upsweep, 760mm wide |
Front Brake | SRAM Level Ultimate, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, stealth, 180mm rotor |
Rear Brake | SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor |
Brake Lever | SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth |
Rear Mech | SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS |
Shifters | SRAM AXS POD Ultimate Controller |
Speed | 12 |
Rims | Roval Control SL, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 24h |
Front Hub | Roval Control SL, DT Swiss Internals, Ceramic Bearings, 6-bolt, 15mm thru-axle, 110mm spacing, Torque caps, 24h straight pull |
Rear Hub | Roval Control SL, DT Swiss 180 Internals, DT Swiss Ratchet EXP, Ceramic bearings, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 24h straight-pull |
Spokes | DT Swiss Aerolite T-head |
Front Tyre | Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35 |
Rear Tyre | Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35 |
Seat Post | RockShox Reverb AXS, 30.9mm, S: 125, M:150, L/XL: 170mm |
Saddle | Body Geometry S-Works Power, carbon fiber rails, carbon fiber base |
Chainset | SRAM XX SL Eagle Power Meter Crankset, 170mm/175mm. 34T |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, threaded |
Chain | SRAM XX Eagle |
Cassette | SRAM CS-1299 10-52t |
Pedals | Resin Platform |
Specialized Epic 8 2025 Size Chart
Size |
Height (cm) |
Height (inches) |
XS |
148 – 155 |
4’10”- 5’1” |
S |
158 – 165 |
5’2”- 5’5” |
M |
165 - 178 |
5’5”- 5’10” |
L |
178 – 185 |
5’10”- 6’1” |
XL |
185 – 193 |
6’1”- 6’4” |
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Specialized Epic 8 2025 Geometry Chart
Size | XS | S | M | L | XL |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stack | 603mm | 597mm | 598mm | 610mm | 628mm |
Head Tube Length | 92mm | 92mm | 95mm | 110mm | 130mm |
Trail | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm |
Fork Rake/Offset | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm |
Chainstay Length | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm |
Wheelbase | 1117mm | 1147mm | 1179mm | 1210mm | 1243mm |
Seat Tube Length | 370mm | 390mm | 410mm | 450mm | 500mm |
Seat Tube Angle | 76.5° | 76° | 75.5° | 75.5° | 75.5° |
Crank Length | 165mm | 170mm | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm |
Handlebar Width | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm |
Saddle Width | 155mm | 155mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm |
Seatpost Length | 100mm | 125mm | 150mm | 150mm | 170mm |
Stem Length | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm |
Reach (low) | 390mm | 420mm | 450mm | 475mm | 500mm |
Head Tube Angle (low) | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° |
Head Tube Angle (high) | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° |
BB Height (low) | 318mm | 324mm | 326mm | 328mm | 328mm |
BB Height (high) | 323mm | 329mm | 331mm | 333mm | 333mm |
BB Drop (low) | 52mm | 46mm | 44mm | 42mm | 42mm |
Fork Length, Full | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm |
Front Center | 687mm | 716mm | 747mm | 778mm | 811mm |
Bike Standover Height | 748mm | 755mm | 760mm | 769mm | 774mm |
Top Tube Length, Horizontal | 535mm | 569mm | 605mm | 633mm | 662mm |
All measurements are in mm unless otherwise stated.
The above table shows the standard geometry for the bicycle as shipped, other geometry configurations may be available with certain bikes. Please contact us via Live Chat to find out more.
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