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1997 Diamondback Interval · 1996 Diamondback Interval

Specification1997 Diamondback Interval1996 Diamondback Interval
Overview
Model year19971996
BrandDiamondbackDiamondback
ModelIntervalInterval
Bicycle typeRoad/sportRoad/sport
Archive ID6221758340
Original MSRP$420.00$379.00
ColorsBlackGraphite
Sizes19", 21", 23", 25"19", 21", 23", 25"
Weight25 lb—
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear staysChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkSpinnerSpinner
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crownChromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano 300EXShimano 300EX
ShiftersShimano 300EX down-tubeShimano 300EX down-tube
Front derailleurShimano 300EX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mmShimano 300EX, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano 300EXShimano 300EX
CranksetTracer, 42/52 teethTracer, 42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 107 mm spindleVictor VPB-33, 119 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 26 teeth7-speed, 13 - 26 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-871HTI P-19 w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano 300EX brakes, Shimano 300EX leversShimano 300EX brakes, Shimano 300EX levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" YST1" steel
HandlebarHsin Lung steelKalloy alloy
Handlebar extensionsN/AN/A
StemKalloy aluminumHsin Lung alloy
SaddleAvenirVelo VL-181
SeatpostAvenir aluminum, 26.8 mm diameterLee Chi SP-204 alloy, 26.0 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsJou Yu aluminum, QR—
RimsAraya RT-520, 32-holeFL-317 alloy, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 25c Cheng Shin C-732700 x 25c Cheng Shin C-732
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1997 Diamondback Interval1996 Diamondback Interval
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle73°71.5°
Seat-tube angle73°74°
Chainstay / rear center419.1 mm419.1 mm
Wheelbase1016 mm1003.3 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm45 mm

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