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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 2012 Diamondback Drifter 2 and 2010 Diamondback Drifter 2.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2012 Diamondback Drifter 244T · 14–34T · 7-speed
Lowest1.29:1Highest3.14:1Total range243%

Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.

2010 Diamondback Drifter 244T · 14–34T · 7-speed
Lowest1.29:1Highest3.14:1Total range243%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear9.1 mphHighest gear22.1 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.125; 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
2012 Diamondback Drifter 2
2010 Diamondback Drifter 2
Overview
Model Year
2012
2010
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Drifter 2
Drifter 2
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$330.00
Not documented
Colors
Matte Dark Grey
Matte Dark Grey
Sizes
One Size
Men's 18"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
TIG-welded
Frame Material
DB 6061-T6 Aluminum
6061-T6 heat treated OS aluminum
Fork
DB Cruiser Curve
DB Cruiser Curve
Fork Material
—
Unicrown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Cruiser Mix
Shifters
Shimano Revo twist, 7spd
Shimano Revo twist
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TX-51
Shimano TX51
Crankset
1 pc 44t
1-piece, 44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Looseball
Loose ball
Cassette
Shimano 7spd 14-34t
Shimano freewheel
Rear Cogs
—
7-speed, 14 - 34 teeth
Chain
KMC Z-51
—
Pedals
Cruiser Platform
Cruiser Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro linear pull
Tektro linear brakes, Tektro alloy w/ adjustable reach levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8 threaded
1 1/8" Threaded
Handlebar
Diamondback Cruiser
Diamondback Cruiser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Alloy quill
Alloy Cruiser Hi-Rise Quill
Saddle
Drifter Double Spring
Drifter Double Spring
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2
Alloy Pillar, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Alloy nutted
Rims
Alex X303
Alex X303, 36-hole
Spokes
—
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
Kenda Cruiser 26 X 2.125
26 x 2.125" Kenda Cruiser whitewall
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels

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

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