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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 2011 Diamondback Lux and 2012 Diamondback Lux.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2011 Diamondback Lux42/32/22T · 12–28T · 8-speed
Lowest0.79:1Highest3.50:1Total range445%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.5 mphHighest gear24.3 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.

2012 Diamondback Lux42/32/22T · 12–28T · 7-speed
Lowest0.79:1Highest3.50:1Total range445%

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 Lux
2012 Diamondback Lux
Overview
Model Year
2011
2012
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Lux
Lux
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain
Original MSRP
Not documented
$450.00
Colors
Pearl white
White
Sizes
XS (13"), S (15"), M (17"), L (19")
XS, S, M, L
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Aluminum
—
Frame Material
Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum
DB 6061-T6 Aluminum
Fork
SR Suntour XCT, 80mm
SR Suntour XCT 80mm
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
—
Shifters
Shimano EF-51
Shimano EF-51 7spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano TX50
Shimano TX-50
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus 7spd
Crankset
Shimano FCM-131, 22/32/42t teeth
Shimano 131 22/32/42t
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge Type
Cartridge
Cassette
Shimano HG-20
Shimano HG20 12-28t
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
—
Chain
KMC Z51
KMC Z-51
Pedals
DB Toe Clip Compatible Platform
Resin Body
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy linear brakes, Tektro womens specific 3 finger Alloy Linear w/ reach adjust levers
Alloy linear pull
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Ahead
1 1/8" threadless
Handlebar
DB Lazer Series
Diamond Back Lazer low rise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Diamondback 4 bolt Ahead
Diamondback Ahead 31.8mm
Saddle
Devine Edition MTB Saddle
Devine Edition MTB saddle
Seatpost
Diamondback Lazer Series Micro Adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Diamondback Lazer 30.9mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
MX260H Alloy
—
Rims
Weinmann XC260R Double Wall, 32-hole
Weinmann MX260R
Spokes
Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
—
Front Tire
26 x 1.95" Kenda Dual Sport
Kenda Dual Sport 26x1.95
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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