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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2014 Diamondback Vital 2 and 2012 Diamondback Vital 2.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.82:1Highest3.43:1Total range416%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Lowest0.82:1Highest3.43:1Total range416%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2014 Diamondback Vital 2
2012 Diamondback Vital 2
Overview
Model Year
2014
2012
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Vital 2
Vital 2
Bicycle Type
—
Hybrid/Comfort
Original MSRP
$360.00
$330.00
Colors
Blue
White
Sizes
15" Small ladies, 17" Medium ladies
S, M
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Material
6061-T6 Aluminum
DB 6061-T6 Aluminum
Fork
Sport Comfort 63mm
Sport Comfort Suspension 63mm
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano EF-51
Shimano EF-51 EZ Fire 7spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano TX51
Shimano TX-51
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TX-55
Shimano TX-55
Crankset
Steel 48/38/28t
Comfort Steel Arm 28/38/48t
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge Type
cartridge type
Cassette
Shimano 14x34t
Shimano 7spd 14-34t
Chain
KMC-Z51
KMC Z-51
Pedals
Avenir Comfort Platform
Avenir Comfort Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Linear
Tektro linear pull
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Threaded 1 1/8"
1 1/8 threaded
Handlebar
Steel 50mm Riser
Steel riser
Stem
Alloy Adjustable Quill
Alloy quill
Saddle
DB Deluxe Hybrid
DB Deluxe Hybrid
Seatpost
Alloy Suspension 27.2mm
Alloy Suspension 27.2mm
Wheels & Tires
Rims
Alloy
SSW700 Double Tunnel Alloy
Front Tire
Kenda Cross 700x40c
Kenda Cross 700 X 40c
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.