Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Diamondback Micro Viper

Velopedia Archive ID 72663

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Diamondback
Model	Micro Viper
Bicycle type	Juvenile
Archive ID	72663
Original MSRP	$100.00
Colors	Blue
Sizes	Boys

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 3 1/2", 24 teeth
Bottom bracket	One piece
BB shell width	N/A
Rear cogs	1-speed, 19 teeth
Chain	Taya 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Resin

Brakes

Brakes	Kung Ten coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST steel
Handlebar	Hi-tensile steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Hi-tensile steel
Saddle	Diamondback padded
Seatpost	Pillar, steel, 22.2mm (7/8 inch) diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Kung Ten steel, nutted, Rear: Kung Ten coaster
Rims	Steel, 16-hole
Spokes	Shuhn Lih steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	12 1/2 x 2 1/4" Cheng Shin C-714
Wheel size	12" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	274.3 mm
Head-tube angle	80°
Seat-tube angle	81°
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 September 27, 2026.