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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. Identity & price

    These bicycles are categorized differently: 2010 Diamondback Clarity 2 is City & Commuter; 2011 Diamondback Clarity 2 is Hybrid.

  2. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2010 Diamondback Clarity 2 and 2011 Diamondback Clarity 2.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2010 Diamondback Clarity 248/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.3 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Uses front tire 700C×32; rear size isn’t listed.

2011 Diamondback Clarity 248/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.3 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Uses front tire 700C×32; 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
2010 Diamondback Clarity 2
2011 Diamondback Clarity 2
Overview
Model Year
2010
2011
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Clarity 2
Clarity 2
Bicycle Type
City/commuter
Hybrid
Colors
Midnight Black
Blue
Sizes
WXS (13"), WS (15"), WM (17"), WL (19")
WXS (13"), WS (15"), WM (17"), WL (19")
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
6061-T6 butted aluminum
6061-T6 butted aluminum
Fork
Insight integrated aero
Clarity integrated aero
Fork Material
Alloy, unicrown crown
Alloy
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Alivio mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio Rapid Fire
Shimano Alivio Rapid Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
Shimano FC-M411, 28/38/48 teeth
Shimano Alivio FCM411, 28/38/48t teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Cassette
SRAM PG-820
SRAM PG-820
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
—
KMC Z82
Pedals
DB Platform
DB Toe Clip Compatible Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Avid SD-3 brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Avid SD-3 linear brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Integrated Cane Creek style
1 1/8" integrated
Handlebar
DB low rise alloy, 31.8
DB low rise alloy, 31.8
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
DB 3D Forged 31.8
DB 3D Forged 31.8
Saddle
DB Performance Hybrid w/Gel
DB Perfomance Hybrid w/ Gel
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy
Alloy QR
Rims
Freedom Racine Sport, 20-hole/24-hole
Equation R17, 20-hole/24-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Trax w/K-shield
700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Trax w/K-shield
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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