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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2004 Diamondback SL Super and 2005 Diamondback SL Super.
- Equipment
2005 Diamondback SL Super has 20 mm more front travel than 2004 Diamondback SL Super in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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
2004 Diamondback SL Super
2005 Diamondback SL Super
Overview
Model Year
2004
2005
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
SL Super
SL Super
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$2,200.00
Not documented
Colors
Black/Silver
Viper Black
Sizes
16", 18", 20"
16", 18", 20"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Easton 7005 aluminum
Easton 7005 aluminum
Fork
Answer Manitou Skareb Elite, 80mm
Manitou Skareb Super, 100mm
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Aluminum, single crown
Rear Shock
Answer Manitou QRL Lock out
Manitou Radium RL, 82mm/92mm
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Deore XT
Shifters
Shimano Deore XT Dual Control
Shimano Deore XT
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano Deore XT, 31.8mm top-pull
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano Deore XT
Crankset
Shimano XT
Shimano Deore XT
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XT octalink
Shimano Deore XT
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Z9000, 1/2 x 1/8"
Shimano CN-HG93
Pedals
Test Ride Pedals
Test ride pedals
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Disc Brake brakes, Shimano XT Dual Control STI levers
Shimano Deore XT disc brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated FSA Orbit MX
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit MX
Handlebar
TruVativ Team
TruVativ Team Carbon
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
TruVativ Team
TruVativ Team
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Laser
WTB Shadow V Team
Seatpost
TruVativ XR Single Clamp
TruVativ Team
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano Deore XT
Rims
WTB SpeedDisc
WTB Speed Disc Pro XC, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 15ga. straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
—
Front Tire
26 x 1.95" WTB Epic Wolf
26 x 2.10" WTB ExiWolf Team XC
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.