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2001 Diamondback Viper X · 2004 Diamondback Viper X

Specification2001 Diamondback Viper X2004 Diamondback Viper X
Overview
Model year20012004
BrandDiamondbackDiamondback
ModelViper XViper X
Bicycle typeBMXBMX
Archive ID3606031726
Original MSRP$199.99$165.00
ColorsBack N' Black, Bonfire Orange, Chrome-PlatedFlat Black, Super Nickel
SizesPro20"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear staysChromoly
ForkDiamondbackDiamondback
Fork materialSteel, unicrown crownHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupN/AN/A
ShiftersN/AN/A
Front derailleurN/AN/A
Rear derailleurN/AN/A
Crankset1-piece 175mm, 44 teeth1-piece 175mm, 44 teeth
Bottom bracketSteel retainer styleLoose ball
BB shell width—American
Rear cogs1-speed, 16 teeth1-speed, 16 teeth
ChainKMC Z410, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC Z410, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsAluminum platformResin, platform
Brakes
BrakesTektro 923A rear brakes, Tektro 287A rear leversRush U-Brake, w/detangler rear brakes, aluminum rear levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange Seiki TG-31 1/8" threadless FSA
HandlebarChromoly BMXDB Riser
Handlebar extensionsNot includedN/A
StemAluminumAluminum
SaddlePadded BMXPadded
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.0mm diameterSteel, 25.4mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminumAluminum
RimsAlex X-303, 36-holeAlex C303, 36-hole
Spoke nipples—Brass nipples
Front tire20 x 2.125" Tioga Comp III20 x 2.125" DB Knobby
Rear tire20 x 1.75" Tioga Comp III20 x 1.95" DB Knobby
Wheel size20" wheels20" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2001 Diamondback Viper X2004 Diamondback Viper X
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle74°74°
Seat-tube angle71°71°
Chainstay / rear center387.3 mm387.3 mm
Wheelbase—957.6 mm
Fork offset / rake—30.5 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 12, 2026.