Diamondback V-Link 3.1 1997 Technical specs and features

Brand Diamondback
Model V-Link 3.1
First production 1997
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Dual Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Diamondback V-Link 3.1 Parts   
Available Sizes - Small
- Medium
- Large
- Extra large


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 1.95 (inches) WTB Primal Raptor
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano Deore LX Levers
Shimano Deore LX V-Brake Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Rear: Shimano Deore LX
Front: Shimano Deore LX Suspension
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
Mavic 238
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Double Butted
DT Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Butted
7005 Aluminum
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionTitec Enduro 141
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsTitec T-Slot Chromoly
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Sachs SC-40
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 110.5 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-UN52
Crankset parts and sizes 22/32/42 Teeth
Shimano Deore LX
Gear shift leversGrip Shift ESP 700
Rear gear set 11 - 28 Teeth
8-speed

Diamondback V-Link 3.1 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)
Shimano Deore LX Top-swing
Derailleur (Rear)Grip Shift ESP 7.0
Fork material Triple-clamp Crown
Aluminum
Fork typeAnswer Manitou Pro C

Other Specs of Diamondback V-Link 3.1

Component group setsShimano Deore LX
Available colors - Brushed
Weight 27.1
Pedals detailsWellgo LU-946S
Rear shock absorber 2.75 (inches) Travel
Rock Shox Deluxe
Saddle seat Hollow Chromoly Rails
With Kevlar Sides
WTB SST
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Avenir Micro-adjust


Diamondback V-Link 3.1 bike review

Diamondback produced the V-Link 3.1 bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,600.00.
V-Link 3.1 bike is available in many sizes such as Small , Medium , Large and Extra large .
Diamondback Mountain bike V-Link 3.1 can be found in one single color which is Brushed.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" WTB Primal Raptor tires and DT stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic 238, 32-hole. Diamondback equiped this exact model with Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers braking system and Front: Shimano Deore LX suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore LX hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Diamondback used 7005 aluminum, butted material for the frame. Titec Enduro 141 high strength material is used on the handlebar of this V-Link 3.1 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Titec T-Slot chromoly.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Sachs SC-40 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Diamondback, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Grip Shift ESP 700 gear shift levers.