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Key differences

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

  1. Identity & price

    These bicycles are categorized differently: 2011 Diamondback INSIGHT 1 is Hybrid; 2010 Diamondback Insight 1 is City & Commuter.

  2. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2011 Diamondback INSIGHT 1 and 2010 Diamondback Insight 1.

  3. Gearing

    2010 Diamondback Insight 1 has a 13% lower climbing ratio than 2011 Diamondback INSIGHT 1.

    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.

2011 Diamondback INSIGHT 148/38/28T · 12–28T · 7-speed
Lowest1.00:1Highest4.00:1Total range400%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.2 mphHighest gear28.9 mph

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

2010 Diamondback Insight 148/38/28T · 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
2011 Diamondback Insight 1
2010 Diamondback Insight 1
Overview
Model Year
2011
2010
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Insight 1
Insight 1
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
City/commuter
Colors
Blue
White
Sizes
SM (15"), M (17"), LG (19"), XL (21"), XXL (23")
SM (15"), M (17"), LG (19"), XL (21"), XXL (23")
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Aluminum
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061-T6 butted aluminum
6061-T6 butted aluminum
Fork
Insight integrated aero
Insight integrated aero
Fork Material
Alloy
Alloy, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano EF-51 EZ fire
Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated
Front Derailleur
Shimano TX51
Shimano C051
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Acera
Crankset
Shimano FCM131, 28/38/48t teeth
SR Suntour XCT-V2, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Cassette
Shimano HG-20
SRAM PG-820
Rear Cogs
7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z51
—
Pedals
DB Toe Clip Compatible Platform
DB Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy linear brakes, Shimano EF-51 levers
Alloy linear brakes, Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated
1 1/8" Integrated Cane Creek style
Handlebar
DB low rise alloy, 31.8
DB low rise alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
DB 3D Forged 31.8
DB 3D Forged 31.8
Saddle
DB Perfomance 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 QR
Alloy
Rims
Equation R23 Doublewall, 32-hole
Weinmann ZAC-19, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Trax
700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Trax
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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