Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Diamondback Micro Viper

Velopedia Archive ID 60596

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Diamondback
Model	Micro Viper
Bicycle type	Juvenile
Archive ID	60596
Original MSRP	$100.00
Colors	Dark blue
Sizes	Boys 6.5"
Weight	18.8 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	MIG-welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Diamondback
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece 4 1/2", 24 teeth
Bottom bracket	One piece
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	Taya 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Victor VP-209

Brakes

Brakes	KT coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST HP-663
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Steel
Saddle	Diamondback padded
Seatpost	Steel pillar, 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Kung Ten K-104F, Rear: Kung Ten coaster brake
Rims	Steel, 16-hole
Spokes	Shuhn Lih steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	12" Comp III style
Wheel size	12" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	279.4 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Fork offset / rake	30.5 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.