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2012 Diamondback Clarity 2 · 2011 Diamondback Clarity 2

Specification2012 Diamondback Clarity 22011 Diamondback Clarity 2
Overview
Model year20122011
BrandDiamondbackDiamondback
ModelClarity 2Clarity 2
Bicycle typeHybrid/ComfortHybrid
Archive ID202933123500
Original MSRP$500.00—
ColorsBlueBlue
SizesL, M, S, XSWXS (13"), WS (15"), WM (17"), WL (19")
Frameset
Frame construction—Aluminum
Frame material6061 T-6 Butted Aluminum6061-T6 butted aluminum
ForkAero Alloy straight bladeClarity integrated aero
Fork material—Alloy
Rear shock—N/A
Drivetrain
Component group—Hybrid Mix
ShiftersShimano SL-M310 Rapidfire 8spdShimano Alivio Rapid Fire
Front derailleurShimano FDM-191Shimano Alivio
Rear derailleurShimano Acera 8spdShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano M131 48/38/28tShimano Alivio FCM411, 28/38/48t teeth
Bottom bracketsealed cartridgeSealed cartridge
CassetteShimano HG-30 11-32tSRAM PG-820
Rear cogs—8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainKMC Z-82KMC Z82
PedalsDB toe clip compatibleDB Toe Clip Compatible Platform
Brakes
BrakesAlloy linear pullAvid SD-3 linear brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" integrated1 1/8" integrated
HandlebarDB low-rise alloyDB low rise alloy, 31.8
Handlebar extensions—Not included
StemDB 3D Forged 31.8mmDB 3D Forged 31.8
SaddleDB Performance HybridDB Perfomance Hybrid w/ Gel
SeatpostAlloy 27.2Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
Hubs—Alloy QR
RimsEquation R17 Aero DoublewallEquation R17, 20-hole/24-hole
Spokes—Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tireKenda Kwick Trax 700 X 32c700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Trax w/K-shield
Wheel size—700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.