2026 Specialized Epic 8 Expert Full Suspension Mountain Bike

£5,999.00

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Dispatched between 13th Nov and 17th Nov, if ordered before 2:00pm today.
Part Number:

90326-3304

GTIN:

196625240195

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The 2026 Specialized Epic 8 Expert Full Suspension Mountain Bike is the fastest through capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Modern XC tracks demand more and more capability by the day. Enter Epic 8. Its improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedalling bike Specialized have ever tested.

Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces than the previous generation, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time so you can still push while they suffer. The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8’s new shock. By optimizing the kinematics of the suspension, Specialized’s Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedal-induced bobbing by 20%, while maintaining active suspension for effective bump force management, to ensure you remain in the most efficient pedalling position.

The Epic 8 Expert comes with the super reliable Shimano XT Di2 gearing and 120mm travel RockShox SID Select+ forks and a Rockshox SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock.

This bike is perfect for

If you’re an XC racer or prioritize all-out speed in your ride, the Epic 8 is the bike for you. With 120mm travel it's also capable off the XC course and works for fast trail riding and marathon racing.

Key Features

  • Frameset - FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry w/ SWAT downtube storage
  • Suspension - Front: 120mm RockShox SID Select+ Rear: 120mm RockShox SIDLuxe Select+
  • Drivetrain - Shimano XT Di2
  • Wheels - Roval Control SL V/DT Swiss 370
  • Weight - 24lb. 10oz.

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Who are Specialized?

Specialized is one of the best-known quality bike brands in the world. Started by a group of riders in 1974. A fact which has guided their decision making ever since.

" Made for riders, by riders."

They strove to make the best quality tires when quality tyres weren't around. When people wanted to ride cruisers in the dirt, they made the first production mountain bike. When roadies wanted to go faster, Specialized doubled down on carbon and built their own wind tunnel.

Bikes like the Allez, Rockhopper and Stumpjumper have developed followings and reputations of their own. Specialized has a reputation for making high-end, high-quality bikes. Specialized bikes always look great with high-quality paint and sensible sizing hel0s you get the right bike each time. If you buy a Specialized bike you can be guaranteed it will do what it is supposed to and will last.

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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
Fork RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Crankset Shimano XT 8200, 34t, XS:165mm, S-M:170mm, L-XL:175mm
Chain Shimano XT
Cassette Shimano XT M8200, 12-speed, 10-51
Shift Levers Shimano XT Di2
Rear Derailleur Shimano XT Di2, 12-speed
Front Brake Shimano XT 8200, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake Shimano XT 8200, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Front Wheel Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull, 6 bolt
Rear Wheel Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull, 6 bolt
Front Tyre Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, TLR, 29x2.35
Rear Tyre Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, TLR, 29x2.35
Handlebars Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
Grips SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
Saddle Body Geometry Power Comp, steel rails
Seat Post X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, XS: 100mm, SM: 125mm, M-L: 150mm, XL: 170mm Travel, 0mm offset
Seat Binder Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt
Inner Tubes Specialized Turbo Tube
Chain Rings 32T
Bottom Bracket Shimano, BB-MT801, Threaded
Stem Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
Swat SWAT internal downtube storage
Colours Satin Bordeaux Metallic / White
Sizes L, M, S, XL
Brand Specialized
Model Year 2026
Barcodes 196625240133, 196625240188, 196625240195, 196625240225
SKUs / Part Numbers 90326-3302, 90326-3303, 90326-3304, 90326-3305

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