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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2011 Diamondback Clarity 2 and 2012 Diamondback Clarity 2.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×32; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
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 Clarity 2
2012 Diamondback Clarity 2
Overview
Model Year
2011
2012
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Clarity 2
Clarity 2
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid/Comfort
Original MSRP
Not documented
$500.00
Colors
Blue
Blue
Sizes
WXS (13"), WS (15"), WM (17"), WL (19")
XS, S, M, L
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Aluminum
—
Frame Material
6061-T6 butted aluminum
6061 T-6 Butted Aluminum
Fork
Clarity integrated aero
Aero Alloy straight blade
Fork Material
Alloy
—
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
—
Shifters
Shimano Alivio Rapid Fire
Shimano SL-M310 Rapidfire 8spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano FDM-191
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Acera 8spd
Crankset
Shimano Alivio FCM411, 28/38/48t teeth
Shimano M131 48/38/28t
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
sealed cartridge
Cassette
SRAM PG-820
Shimano HG-30 11-32t
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
—
Chain
KMC Z82
KMC Z-82
Pedals
DB Toe Clip Compatible Platform
DB toe clip compatible
Brakes
Brakes
Avid SD-3 linear brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Alloy linear pull
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated
1 1/8" integrated
Handlebar
DB low rise alloy, 31.8
DB low-rise alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
DB 3D Forged 31.8
DB 3D Forged 31.8mm
Saddle
DB Perfomance Hybrid w/ Gel
DB Performance Hybrid
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy 27.2
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy QR
—
Rims
Equation R17, 20-hole/24-hole
Equation R17 Aero Doublewall
Spokes
Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
—
Front Tire
700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Trax w/K-shield
Kenda Kwick Trax 700 X 32c
Wheel Size
700c wheels
—
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.