Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 12" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
DB Hi-Ten Steel frame w/ 4-stroke "Power Gusset"
Suspension Fork
Hi-Ten steel
Drivetrain
Front Derailleur
N/A
Cassette
18t Cog
Crank
90mm 1-Piece, 28t
Bottom Bracket
Square Taper - 5pc
Chain
KMC Z410
Pedals
Resin Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
16h Nutted
Rear Hub
16h Nutted, Coaster
Rims
16h Alloy
Spokes
14g
Tires
Comp III style 12x2.125
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster
Cockpit
Stem
Steel Quill w/ Alloy Cap
Handlebar
Hi-Ten 2-piece 19" wide x 4.75" rise
Grips
Soft PVC
Headset
Threaded 1"
Seat
Saddle
DB Jr Padded
Seatpost
Alloy Integrated 25.4mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
VIPER 12 is part of the Diamondback Viper model. 3 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Diamondback VIPER 12 2023 has a starting price of 160$. Diamondback VIPER 20 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 190$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Mountain bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Mountain bike is 616$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Mountain bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Diamondback released this model in 2023, its price was 160$. In conclusion, this bike price is 285% lower than the price of the average Mountain bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the VIPER 12 model has 12″ aluminum wheels. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The VIPER 12 comes with Coaster brakes. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, if your chain falls off or snaps, your coaster brakes won’t function anymore.