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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Diamondback Lux and 2008 Diamondback Lux.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.95; 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
2009 Diamondback Lux
2008 Diamondback Lux
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Lux
Lux
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
Not documented
$360.00
Colors
Luminescent Yellow
Blew! Blue
Sizes
Womens xsmall, womens small, womens medium, womens large
13", 15", 17", 19"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
LUX W! butted 6061-T6 aluminum
6061-T6 butted aluminum
Fork
Spinner Grind 1, 70mm travel
Spinner Grind 1, 70mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Steel/aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
SRAM X.4/mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM X.4 trigger
Shimano EF-50
Front Derailleur
MicroShift M20
SR XCM202
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.4
Shimano Acera
Crankset
TruVativ ISOFlow 3.0, 22/32/42 teeth
Shimano FCM341-L, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
Cartridge type
Cassette
SRAM PG-820
—
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
—
Shimano IG-31
Pedals
DB Platform
DB Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy Linear Pull brakes, ProMax 3-Finger Lever levers
Alloy linear brakes, Shimano EF-50 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Aheadset
1 1/8" threadless
Handlebar
Avenir 100 Series Devine Riser
Avenir Series 100 low rise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Avenir 100 31.8mm clamp
Avenir 100 Series 31.8
Saddle
WTB Speed She Devine Edition
WTB Speed She
Seatpost
Avenir 100 Series micro-adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Avenir 100 Series micro-adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy
Front: Alloy QR, Rear: Alloy QR cassette
Rims
SSW26 alloy, 32-hole
Weinmann XTB-26, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 1.95" Kenda Dual Sport
26 x 1.95" Kenda Dual Sport
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.