VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Diamondback Topanga SE

Velopedia Archive ID 86751

Overview

Model year1999
BrandDiamondback
ModelTopanga SE
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID86751
Original MSRP$499.99
ColorsCayman Blue, Rio Red/Onyx
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight27.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRock Shox Jett C, 1.8" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersShimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano AceraX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-983D

Brakes

BrakesLee Chi ProMax linear-pull brakes, Lee Chi ProMax levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
HandlebarLee Chi
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemJD aluminum
SaddleDiamondback Sport
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano AceraX, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsAlex VP-20F, 32-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-877, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-887
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571.5 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1064.3 mm
Fork offset / rake38.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.