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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2009 Diamondback Vital 2 and 2011 Diamondback Vital 2.

  2. Gearing

    2011 Diamondback Vital 2 has a 18% lower climbing ratio than 2009 Diamondback Vital 2.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2009 Diamondback Vital 248/38/28T · 13–28T · 7-speed
Lowest1.00:1Highest3.69:1Total range369%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.4 mphHighest gear27.3 mph

Uses front tire 700C×40; rear size isn’t listed.

2011 Diamondback Vital 248/38/28T · 14–34T · 7-speed
Lowest0.82:1Highest3.43:1Total range416%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.1 mphHighest gear25.4 mph

Uses front tire 700C×40; 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 Vital 2
2011 Diamondback Vital 2
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Vital 2
Vital 2
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Colors
White/Quartz Rose
Blue
Sizes
Womens small, womens medium
WS (15"), WM (17")
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
6061-T6 aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum
Fork
SR Suntour M2025N, 63mm travel
Sport Comfort Suspension, 63mm travel
Fork Material
Alloy, single crown
—
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated
Shimano EF-51
Front Derailleur
MicroShift M22
Shimano TX51
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano TX55
Crankset
SR Suntour NEX208, 28/38/48 teeth
SR XCCT208 w/ chainguard, 28/38/48t teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Cartridge Type
Cassette
Shimano freewheel
Shimano MegaRange
Rear Cogs
7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth
7-speed, 14 - 34 teeth
Chain
—
KMC Z51
Pedals
Avenir Comfort Platform
Avenir Comfort Platform
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax linear-pull brakes, Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated levers
ProMax linear brakes, Shimano EF-50 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Threaded
1 1/8" Threaded
Handlebar
Comfort riser
Steel 50mm rise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy Adjustable Quill
Alloy Adjustable Quill
Saddle
DB Deluxe Hybrid Double Density Base w/ Coil spring
DB Deluxe Hybrid Double Density Base w/ Coil spring
Seatpost
Alloy Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy
Alloy QR
Rims
SSW700 alloy, 32-hole
SSW700 Double Tunnel Alloy, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 40c Kenda Cross
700 x 40c Kenda Cross
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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