Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 Diamondback Sorrento · 1995 Diamondback Sorrento
| Specification | 1996 Diamondback Sorrento | 1995 Diamondback Sorrento |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1995 |
| Brand | Diamondback | Diamondback |
| Model | Sorrento | Sorrento |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 50227 | 32192 |
| Original MSRP | $299.00 | $324.70 |
| Colors | Black, cobalt, coffee, scarlet | Black,lava swirl,red |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 20" | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 20" |
| Weight | — | 29.5 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel | Chromoly main triangle / hi-tensile steel rear stays |
| Fork | Diamondback | Tange |
| Fork material | Chromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Tange chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano AceraX | Shimano AceraX |
| Shifters | Grip Shift MRX-100 | Shimano AceraX RapidFire TX |
| Front derailleur | Shimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull | Shimano AceraX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano AceraX | Shimano AceraX |
| Crankset | SR CW-CH15, 24/34/42 teeth | Shimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Victor VPBC-50P | — |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | — |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-70, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC HP-70S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo LU-922 | Victor VP-893N |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Chang Star 877AT brakes, Chang Star 264A levers | Shimano Altus C90 brakes, Shimano AceraX levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Victor VP-H67 | 1" YST 226N |
| Handlebar | Hsin Lung MTB 110 | Hsin Lung |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Lee Chi | Steel |
| Saddle | Velo VL-181 | Velo VL-161EM |
| Seatpost | Lee Chi SP-204 alloy, 25.8 mm diameter | Lee Chi alloy SP-204, 26.6 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Shimano Altus C90 |
| Rims | FL-219 alloy, 36-hole | 36-hole |
| Spokes | Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.90" Kenda K-831 | 26 x 1.95" |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1996 Diamondback Sorrento | 1995 Diamondback Sorrento |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043.9 mm | 1059.2 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45 mm | 45.7 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.