VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Diamondback Topanga SE

Velopedia Archive ID 69306

Overview

Model year1997
BrandDiamondback
ModelTopanga SE
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID69306
Original MSRP$530.00
ColorsDark blue, gold
Sizes12", 14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight29.1 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 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 Alivio M-System brakes, Tektro RBP-363A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" YST
HandlebarChromoly
Handlebar extensionsAvenir aluminum
StemChromoly
SaddleAvenir Comfort
SeatpostAvenir aluminum, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Altus
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Panaracer Duster II
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.