Diamondback Century 5C Carbon 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset 105
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Diamondback Carbon Monocoque Endurance Road Frame, Internal Cable Routing, 142x12mm Carbon Drop Outs, Flat Mount Disc, w/Taper Headtube, Di2 ready
Suspension Fork
Diamondback Road Performance, Full Monocoque Carbon "CFT", 12mm Thru-axle Drop Outs, Flat Mount Disc Tabs, 1.5" Tapered Steerer Tube
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 RD-R7000, 11 Speed, GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 FD-R7000, 31.8mm Band Clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 ST-R7020, Dual Control 2x11 Speed, Short Reach Lever
Cassette
Shimano 105 CS-R7000 Cassette, 11 Speed, 11-32T
Crank
Shimano 105 FC-7000 Compact, 50/34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Outboard Bearing
Chain
KMC X11EL, 11 Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
24h Alloy, Sealed Cartridge, Center Lock, 12mm Thru-axle
Rear Hub
24h Alloy, Sealed Cartridge, Center Lock, 142x12mm Thru-axle
Rims
HED Flanders C2+ Disc, 24h
Spokes
2.0/1.8/2.0 Butted Stainless Steel
Tires
Continental Grand Sport Race, Folding, 700x28c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 BR-R7070, w/160mm Front / 160mm Rear Rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano 105 ST-R7020
Cockpit
Stem
HED Tour Stem, +/-7° Rise, 31.8mm Bar Bore
Handlebar
HED Tour Flat Top Drop Bar, 31.8 Bar Bore
Grips
Diamondback Endurance Gel Tape
Headset
FSA No.42, Sealed Cartridge
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Nago Evo PAS, w/Chromoly Rail
Seatpost
HED Pro Tour Carbon, 27.2mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.61 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 263 mm | 263 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 564 mm | 577 mm | 582 mm | 592 mm | 607 mm | 616 mm |
| Rake | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 57 mm | 56 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm |
| Stack | 534 mm | 555 mm | 568 mm | 597 mm | 614 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 373 mm | 377 mm | 380 mm | 390 mm | 393 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 517 mm | 532 mm | 547 mm | 562 mm | 577 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 73.25 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 490 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.75 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm | 983 mm | 989 mm | 999 mm | 1015 mm | 1024 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 738 mm | 758 mm | 780 mm | 804 mm | 827 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Century 5C Carbon belongs to the Diamondback Century model. Diamondback released 24 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Diamondback Century 1 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 700$. On the other hand, Diamondback Century 6C Carbon 2020, is the most expensive and costs 3250$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Endurance bikes
If you want an acceptable Endurance bike you should know that the average price is 2346$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Endurance bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 2500$. If we compare this with the average Endurance bike cost we notice that the price is 6.56% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Century 5C Carbon components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Diamondback Century 5C Carbon 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Century 5C Carbon comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
