DiamondBack Ascent Vintage Hardtail Mountain Bike Turned Klunker Cruiser - Large

This DiamondBack Ascent is a vintage mountain bike from 1985. It has been fitted with a set of brand-new SE Racing tires and new cables and housing all around. This bike would make a great choice for cruising the neighborhood and weekend recreational rides. The chrome finish still looks sharp and catches looks.


With a 56cm effective top tube and 51cm seat tube (center-to-center), this bike sizes like a 19.5" and should fit most riders in the 5'9" to 6'1" range.


Frame Material: Diamond Back exclusive chromoly

Fork: steel

Drivetrain: Shimano 3x8 speed

Brakes: Dia-Compe Cantilever

Brake Levers: Shimano 

Shifters: Sunrace thumb shifters

Front Derailleur: Shimano Tiagra

Rear Derailleur: Shimano RSX

Crankset: Shimano STX

Handlebar: Coda Performance flat bar

Grips: Forte ergo lock-on 

Pedals: bear trap style

Seatpost: grooved steel

Saddle: Specialized BG Comp

Wheelset: Specialized hubs

Front Tire: SE Racing 26x2.00" (new)

Rear Tire: SE Racing 26x2.00" (new)

Extras: kickstand, pink alloy bottle cage



(used, this bike is in Very Good shape for the vintage. Some minor scrapes and scuffs here and there. The bike is mechanically sound, shifts and catches all gears and the brakes work well.  Mechanically, the bike is in Very Good condition and upon re-assembly by a qualified mechanic, the bike should be ready to ride. Please see all photos for close-up details.)


Bike will be professionally packed with care.

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