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2002 Diamondback Response · 2001 Diamondback Response

Specification2002 Diamondback Response2001 Diamondback Response
Overview
Model year20022001
BrandDiamondbackDiamondback
ModelResponseResponse
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID9138991031
Original MSRP$329.99$359.99
ColorsBlue/Black, Red/BlackBlue, Chrome-Plated
SizesLarge, medium, small, womens medium, womens small, xlarge, xsmallLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRST Gila TL, 2.5" travelIn Sync SYS-266, 2.5" travel
Fork materialAluminum, single triple-clamp crownAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano AceraMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Acera EZ Fire PlusShimano Acera EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Acera, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mmShimano Acera, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraShimano Acera
CranksetShimano Acera FC-MC19-L, 22/32/42 teethSugino Impel 150, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridge, 110mm spindleSealed cartridge, 102mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth8-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC IG-31, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsResin MTBResin body/aluminum cage w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesAluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano Acera leversProMax linear-pull brakes, Shimano Acera levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" integrated Tien Hsin No.10 ZST1 1/8" threadless Tange Seiki TG-3
HandlebarAluminum, 1" riseSteel, 30mm rise
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum Ahead typeAluminum Ahead type
SaddleAvenirAvenir Performance Plus
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameterAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminumFront: aluminum O/S, Rear: aluminum, Q/R
RimsWeinmann CN-520, 36-holeAlex Y-2000, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" all terrain26 x 1.95" multi-terrain
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2002 Diamondback Response2001 Diamondback Response
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73°73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm424.2 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm1064.3 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm—

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