Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 61959
| Model year | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Diamondback |
| Model | Apex SE |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 61959 |
| Original MSRP | $700.00 |
| Colors | Black |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22" |
| Weight | 27.5 |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | True Temper TT Lite |
| Fork | Rock Shox Indy C |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-400i |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110.5 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo LU-951 w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Tektro RBP-366A levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 |
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| Handlebar | Avenir aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Avenir aluminum |
| Stem | Diamondback aluminum |
| Saddle | Tioga Multicontrol |
| Seatpost | Avenir, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano STX-RC |
|---|---|
| Rims | Weinmann Zac 19, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Duster II |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 571.5 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 71.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1064.3 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 23, 2026.