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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Diamondback Mission 2 and 2007 Diamondback Mission 2.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 26×2.3.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.3; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2008 Diamondback Mission 2
2007 Diamondback Mission 2
Overview
Model Year
2008
2007
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Mission 2
Mission 2
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
Not documented
$2,275.00
Colors
Smooth Silver
Backin' Black
Sizes
15.5", 17", 19"
15.5", 17", 19"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Hydroformed aluminum
Butted/Hydroformed Aluminum
Fork
Fox Float RL, 140mm travel
Fox Float RL, 140mm
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float R, 6" travel
Fox Float R, 6"
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
SRAM X.7/mix
Shifters
SRAM X.7
SRAM X.7 trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, top swing
Shimano Deore, top swing
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.9
SRAM X.7
Crankset
TruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teeth
TruVativ FireX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ Giga X Pipe
TruVativ GXP
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
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Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-971
SRAM PC-971
Pedals
DB Sound alloy
MTB Alloy Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker Trail w/V7 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Trail Hydraulic levers
Hayes HFX-9 w/7" rotor front/Hayes HFX-9 w/6" rotor rear brakes, Hayes HFX-9 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated Zero stack deep cup
1 1/8" threadless FSA Zero Stack
Handlebar
Easton EA50 riser
Easton EA50 riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton EA50 31.8
Easton Vice AM
Saddle
WTB Pure V Sport
WTB Pure V Sport
Seatpost
Easton EA50 two-bolt, 30.9mm diameter
Easton EA50, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy disc
Front: Alloy w/CNC Disc Mount, Rear: Alloy Disc Cassette w/CNC Disc Mount
Rims
Sun Equalizer, 32-hole
Sun SOS, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.3" WTB Prowler MX
26 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal
Rear Tire
26 x 2.3" WTB Prowler SS
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Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.