VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Diamondback Crestview

Velopedia Archive ID 57840

Overview

Model year1996
BrandDiamondback
ModelCrestview
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID57840
Original MSRP$289.00
ColorsBlack w/blue pearl, Bordeaux
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 17", womens 19"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel
ForkDiamondback
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, semi-sloping crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Altus C90
ShiftersGrip Shift Quickshift
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-30, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Altus
CranksetSR alloy, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPB-33
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-923

Brakes

BrakesLee Chi 713A brakes, Lee Chi 398AP-1 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarHsin Lung B-8015
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemLee Chi
SaddleAvenir Comfort Plus
SeatpostSteel, 25.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsFL-317 alloy, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 40c Cheng Shin C-979
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube576.6 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.