VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Diamondback Approach

Velopedia Archive ID 60225

Overview

Model year1997
BrandDiamondback
ModelApproach
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID60225
Original MSRP$370.00
ColorsDark blue, red, silver
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 17", womens 19"
Weight29.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkTange
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetShimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 969, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-923

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Tektro RBP-371A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST HP-226N
HandlebarHsin Lung steel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung steel
SaddleAvenir Comfort Plus
SeatpostLee Chi SP-204 aluminum, 25.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano RM-40
RimsFL-317 aluminum, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 40c Cheng Shin
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm
Wheelbase1051.6 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 24, 2026.