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1996 Diamondback Apex SE

Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$739.00
Sizes
14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Colors
Black, pearl white
Archive ID
53840
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded steel
Frame MaterialTrue Temper TT Lite
ForkAnswer Manitou Mach 5 Comp XC
Fork MaterialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front DerailleurShimano STX, top-pull
Rear DerailleurShimano STX
CranksetSugino Impel 300, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom BracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-951 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesChang Star 857AT brakes, Lee Chi GS2 levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarKalloy AL002
StemHsin Lung chromoly
SaddleSelle San Marco Slim
SeatpostLee Chi SP-204 alloy, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

RimsAraya TM-820, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples
Front TireFront: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho T
Wheel Size26" wheels

Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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