Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 Diamondback Zetec · 1999 Diamondback Zetec
| Specification | 1996 Diamondback Zetec | 1999 Diamondback Zetec |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1999 |
| Brand | Diamondback | Diamondback |
| Model | Zetec | Zetec |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 53469 | 81896 |
| Original MSRP | $1,150.00 | $719.99 |
| Colors | Ball-burnished, sunburst | Ball-Burnished, Sapphire Blue/Concept Green |
| Sizes | 16", 18", 20" | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22" |
| Weight | — | 27.5 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum, butted | 7005 aluminum, double-butted |
| Fork | Answer Manitou Mach 5 Pro XC | Rock Shox Jett XC, 3.0" travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Deore LX | Shimano STX-RC |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-600 | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX SGS | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | Sugino Impel 350, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle | Shimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo LU-946A w/clips & straps | HTI-300 clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Tektro 870AG brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7N levers | Avid 1D-10 brakes, Avid AD-1.0 L levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS |
| Handlebar | Kalloy AL002 | Kalloy aluminum riser |
| Handlebar extensions | — | Not included |
| Stem | Kalloy ITS-003 | JD aluminum |
| Saddle | Tioga Multicontrol | SDG Comp Belair |
| Seatpost | Lee Chi SP-211, 27.2 mm diameter | Kalloy SP-252 suspension, 27.2mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Shimano Alivio |
| Rims | Mavic 238, 32-hole | Alex AL-DH17, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor | 26 x 1.95" Tioga Factory XC |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1996 Diamondback Zetec | 1999 Diamondback Zetec |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71.5° | 71.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm | 429.3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1064.3 mm | 1064.3 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm | 39.4 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.