Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1999 Diamondback Expert · 1997 Diamondback Expert
| Specification | 1999 Diamondback Expert | 1997 Diamondback Expert |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1999 | 1997 |
| Brand | Diamondback | Diamondback |
| Model | Expert | Expert |
| Bicycle type | Road/sport | Road/sport |
| Archive ID | 83267 | 68693 |
| Original MSRP | $699.99 | $650.00 |
| Colors | Midnight Blue | Forest green |
| Sizes | 19", 21", 23", 25" | 19", 21", 23", 25" |
| Weight | 24.5 lb | 24.4 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger | Chromoly |
| Fork | Diamondback | Spinner |
| Fork material | Chromoly, unicrown crown | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano RSX | Shimano RSX |
| Shifters | Shimano RSX STI Dual Control | Shimano RSX STI Dual Control |
| Front derailleur | Shimano RSX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm | Shimano RSX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano RSX GS | Shimano RSX GS |
| Crankset | Shimano RSX, 30/42/52 teeth | Shimano RSX, 24/36/46 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP27, 118mm spindle | Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 12 - 25 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 24 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" | Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo aluminum | Wellgo LU-301 |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano RX-100 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano RSX levers | Shimano 300EX brakes, Shimano RSX levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Tien Hsin | 1" YST HP-226N |
| Handlebar | Kalloy AL-038 | Hsin Lung aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | N/A |
| Stem | Lee Chi | Hsin Lung aluminum |
| Saddle | Diamondback Sport | Selle San Marco Strada |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-339, 27.2mm diameter | Avenir micro-adjust, 25.6 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano RSX | Jou Yu aluminum, QR |
| Rims | Alex DA-16, 32-hole | Araya RT-520, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 700 x 23c Continental Super Sport 100 | 700 x 25c Cheng Shin C-736 |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels | 700c wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1999 Diamondback Expert | 1997 Diamondback Expert |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 72° | 73° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 414 mm | 419.1 mm |
| Wheelbase | 993.1 mm | 1016 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45 mm | 40 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.