Diamondback V-Link 1.2 1998 Technical specs and features

Brand Diamondback
Model V-Link 1.2
First production 1998
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Dual Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Diamondback V-Link 1.2 Parts   
Available Sizes - Small
- Medium
- Large
- Extra large


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 2.10 (inches) WTB Primal Raptor
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Tektro RBP-342A Levers
Tektro 820A Linear-pull Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Rear: Shimano STX-RC
Front: Shimano STX-RC Suspension
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
WTB SpeedMaster
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Straight Gauge
Orient Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Double-butted
7005 Aluminum
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionKalloy
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsKalloy Aluminum
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Aheadset Kontak ST-2

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Sachs PC-10
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 110 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-LP26
Crankset parts and sizes 22/32/42 Teeth
Shimano STX
Gear shift leversGrip Shift ESP 7.0
Rear gear set 11 - 30 Teeth
8-speed

Diamondback V-Link 1.2 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)
Shimano STX-RC Top-swing
Derailleur (Rear)Grip Shift ESP 7.0
Fork material Triple-clamp Crown
Aluminum and magnesium
Fork typeAnswer Manitou Spyder

Other Specs of Diamondback V-Link 1.2

Component group setsMountain Mix
Available colors - Black and ball-burnished
- white and ball-burnished
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsWellgo LU-974A With Clips & Straps
Rear shock absorber 4.25 (inches) Travel
Stratos Strata Sport
Saddle seat Steel Rails
WTB SST
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Avenir Aluminum Micro-adjust


Diamondback V-Link 1.2 bike review

Diamondback produced the V-Link 1.2 bike in 1998 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $900.00.
V-Link 1.2 bike is available in many sizes such as Small , Medium , Large and Extra large .
Diamondback Mountain bike V-Link 1.2 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Black and ball-burnished and white and ball-burnished .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.10" WTB Primal Raptor tires and Orient stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by WTB SpeedMaster, 32-hole. Diamondback equiped this exact model with Tektro 820A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-342A levers braking system and Front: Shimano STX-RC suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Diamondback used 7005 aluminum, double-butted material for the frame. Kalloy high strength material is used on the handlebar of this V-Link 1.2 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Kalloy aluminum.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Sachs PC-10 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Diamondback, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Grip Shift ESP 7.0 gear shift levers.