Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Diamondback
1997 Diamondback Apex SE
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Overview
About this bike
1997 Diamondback Apex SE value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- True Temper TT Lite
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Indy C
- Fork Material
- Magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Diamondback Apex SE
- Component Group
- Shimano STX-RC
- Shift Levers
- Grip Shift SRT-400i
- Crankset
- Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-LP26, 110.5 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Tektro RBP-366A levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Avenir, 27.0 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Tioga Multicontrol
- Handlebar
- Avenir aluminum
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano STX-RC
- Rims
- Weinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 1.95inch Panaracer Duster II
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Wellgo LU-951 w/clips & straps
Accessories
- Colors
- Black
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Avenir aluminum
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 27.5
- Sizes
- 14inch, 16inch, 18inch, 20inch, 22inch
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.