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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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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 Response and 2011 Diamondback RESPONSE.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2012 Diamondback Response42/32/22T · 12–28T · 7-speed
Lowest0.79:1Highest3.50:1Total range445%

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

2011 Diamondback RESPONSE42/32/22T · 12–28T · 7-speed
Lowest0.79:1Highest3.50:1Total range445%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.5 mphHighest gear24.6 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.1; 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 Response
2011 Diamondback Response
Overview
Model Year
2012
2011
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Response
Response
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$450.00
Not documented
Colors
Black/White, Red
Black/red
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
SM (16"), MD (18"), LG (20"), XL (22")
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
Aluminum
Frame Material
Response 6061-T6 Aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum
Fork
SR Suntour XCT 100mm
SR Suntour XCT, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano EF-51 EZ Fire 7spd
Shimano EF-51
Front Derailleur
Shimano TX-50
Shimano TX50, 34.9mm top swing dual pull
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus 7spd
Shimano Altus
Crankset
SR Suntour XCT V2 42/32/22t
SR Suntour XCT, 22/32/42t teeth
Bottom Bracket
sealed cartridge
Cartridge Type
Cassette
Shimano HG20 12-28t
Shimano HG20
Rear Cogs
—
7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain
KMC Z-51
KMC Z51
Pedals
nylon flat pedal
DB Toe Clip Compatible Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro linear pull
Alloy linear brakes, ProMax 3-Finger Lever levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Zero Stack 1 1/8"
1 1/8" Zero Stack
Handlebar
DB SL318b mid rise
DB SL318b OS Mid Rise
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
DB SL318s 31.8mm
DB SL318s 31.8
Saddle
DB low profile All Mountain
DB All Mountain Saddle
Seatpost
DB SL309p micro-adjust 30.9mm
DBSL309p Alloy micro-adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
MX260H Alloy MX260H Alloy
MX260H Alloy
Rims
—
Weinmann MX260D Doublewall, 32-hole
Spokes
—
Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
Kenda Klaw XT 26x2.1
26 x 2.1'' Kenda Klaw XT
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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