Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Diamondback Venom

Velopedia Archive ID 61467

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Diamondback
Model	Venom
Bicycle type	Freestyle/jumping
Archive ID	61467
Original MSRP	$240.00
Colors	Chrome-plated, grey
Sizes	Boys 9.5"
Weight	28 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly/hi-tensile steel
Fork	Durotec
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	Diamondback, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Victor VPB-35
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	HTI P71

Brakes

Brakes	Dia-Compe 883 brakes, Lee Chi 316A-1 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Victor VP-H75 w/detangler
Handlebar	Hsin Lung
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Kalloy
Saddle	Velo VL-247
Seatpost	CC SP-26, 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	King Kong 310
Rims	Weinmann 4019, 48-hole
Spokes	Shuhn Lih steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	20 x 2.125" Diamondback
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	469.9 mm
Head-tube angle	73°
Seat-tube angle	70°
Chainstay / rear center	388.6 mm
Wheelbase	914.4 mm
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.