What’s the thickest tire that would fit on here ?
The guy told me it was an 18 inch size bike that’s all I know.
by 240VIC
What’s the thickest tire that would fit on here ?
The guy told me it was an 18 inch size bike that’s all I know.
by 240VIC
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Also is the head tube on this frame 1 1/8 ? Or 1
Early 90’s MTB with Deore DX (decent stuff 35 years ago). 1″ threaded headset. Is it any good? Depends on what you want to use it for.
Either 89 or 90 model. Look up diamondback catalog online to take a look at specs. Original came with 2in tires so should fit decently wide ones but can’t say the max. This is better than 850 spec wise at the time. Maybe closer to 930 or 950 given DX components. Nice bike at the time. Condition is a factor here I think. Picture maybe not great but looks faded and rusty in parts. Probably left outside so may take some work depending on your plans for it.
Whichever bike fits, is in better shape upon close inspection, and is cheaper, then get that one.
Personally I’d get this just for the paint job and straight fork.
These are 30 year old bikes. The better bike is the one in better condition and the better frame geometry. Specs are irrelevant in this price range and low end market.
Does the bike fit you size wise?
How much needs fixing/replacing/modifying?
Is the frame geometry suitable for your use?
( 2000s 26inch MTB have rubbish steering geometry for riding flat asphalt. ATB with 28inch wheels of the same vintage often are much nicer to ride and steer when riding asphalt)
I bet you that seat post is hopelessly stuck. And the fork is looking off to me possibly bent outwards. I would skip this one bro.