VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Diamondback Sorrento SE

Velopedia Archive ID 65943

Overview

Model year1997
BrandDiamondback
ModelSorrento SE
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID65943
Original MSRP$400.00
ColorsBlack, red
Sizes12", 14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight31.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly
ForkRST 161B
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Altus
ShiftersShimano Altus EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Altus top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Altus
CranksetShimano Altus, 24/34/38 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 968, 116 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-20, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-922

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST HP-226N
HandlebarHsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar extensionsAvenir aluminum
StemLee Chi
SaddleAvenir Comfort
SeatpostLee Chi SP-204 aluminum, 25.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano RM-40
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda K-836
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube563.9 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

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