Overdrive - 2013

Best uses for the Overdrive: Cross country mountain bike riding on beginner to intermediate singletrack trails, gravel or dirt roads & paths, paved roads and commuting.

The Diamondback Overdrive is a mountain bike which features:

A high quality, lightweight aluminum frame.
29" wheels for getting over obstacles easier.
•A suspension fork and disc brakes for a more comfortable ride and superior stopping power.

Key features of the Diamondback Overdrive:

29" Wheels:

Obstacle Roll Over – Larger wheels decrease your angle of attack meaning the wheels roll over trail obstacles with less impact, reducing fatigue and smoothing out the trail. Bigger wheel = smaller obstacle.
Momentum – A larger wheel diameter means better momentum once rolling and faster rolling over obstacles and open terrain.
Surface Contact – 29"wheels are less prone to sinking in soft material such as sand and mud due to the larger contact patch causing lower ground pressure. The longer contact patch increases cornering and straight line traction.
Stability – The relative position of the bottom bracket/cranks to the axles in the wheels also means that your relative center of gravity is lower. This results in a feeling of riding "in" the bike rather than on top of it.
Tire Clearance – with more tire choices than any platform, the 29"wheel easily accommodates off road as well as commuting tires.

Frame: The Overdrive features a butted 6061-T6 aluminum frame. 6061 aluminum is airplane grade aluminum while T6 refers to a heat treating process that creates extra strength in the metal. The butting process lets the thickness of the frame tubes be varied; putting more material at stress points for added strength, and less material at non-stress points for weight savings. The final result is a sturdy frame that weighs less than steel and many other aluminum frames on the market. Less weight means it takes less energy to move the bike.

Fork: Suspension forks compresses over bumps to help absorb shock meaning less jarring and body stress to the rider and resulting in less arm fatigue while riding. When it comes to shock absorption the Suntour 100mm/4” travel fork found on the Overdrive will give you enough compression for getting over roots, rocks, and pesky potholes in comfort.

Mechanical Disc Brakes: Mechanical disc brakes have better stopping power than rim brakes in a wide range of conditions, especially the wet and mud.

24-speed Drivetrain: With 3 chainrings to choose from on the crank (front) and 8 cogs to choose from on the cassette (back) you get to choose from 24 different gear combinations in order to get you where you need to go.

The 2013 Overdrive a fantastic entry level hardtail 29er for those looking for a great balance between value and performance. If the Overdrive is not quite the right 29’er for you please look at the other bikes in Diamondback’s hardtail 29’er family below.

Specifications

Compare these Diamondback Hardtail 29ers

Overdrive V

Overdrive

Overdrive Sport

MSRP$550.00$650.00$770.00 Sizes16" Small 18" Medium 20" Large 22" XLarge 16" Small 18" Medium 20" Large 22" XLarge 16" Small 18" Medium 20" Large 22" XLarge ColorBlackGloss RedMatte Blue Key Upgrades Upgrades from Overdrive V:

Brakes: Mechanical disc brakes have better stopping power than rim brakes, especially in wet and muddy conditions
Drivetrain: Shifters, rear derailleur, cassette, & chain have all been upgraded to 8-speed compatible for a total of 24 speeds to choose from
Wheels: Disc brake compatible wheels Upgrades from Overdrive:

Fork: Lock out allows the fork to be "locked out" or stiffened for more pedaling efficiency on smoother surfaces, but also be "opened up" for bump compliance on uneven terrain.
30mm Stanchions - Bigger stanchions equate to better steering and less fork flex.
Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes allow smoother stopping power, aren’t effected by grit on the cable, & provide better braking modulation while the larger front rotor means more powerful braking for the front end. FrameOverdrive 29" Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum w/ Formed Top / Down Tube, machined headtube, forged drop outs w/replaceable hanger, for V-BrakeOverdrive 29" Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum w/ Formed Top / Down Tube, machined headtube, forged drop outs w/replaceable hanger, disc onlyOverdrive 29" Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum w/ Formed Top / Down Tube, machined headtube, forged drop outs w/replaceable hanger, disc only ForkSR Suntour XCT 100mm travel, 28.6mm stanchionsSR Suntour XCT 100mm travel, 28.6mm stanchionsSR Suntour XCR-LO 29 100mm travel, 30mm stanchions Rear ShockN/AN/AN/A CrankSR Suntour XCC-202, 22/32/42tSR Suntour XCT 22/32/42tSRAM S600 w/ replaceable rings, 42/32/22t Bottom BracketSealed CartridgeSealed CartridgeSealed Cartridge Front DerailleurShimano TX50 dual pull, Top swing, 34.9Shimano TX50 dual pull, Top swing, 34.9Shimano Acera dual pull, top swing 34.9 Rear DerailleurShimano Altus 7spdSRAM X-4 8spdShimano Acera 8spd ShiftersShimano EF-51 Easyfire 7spdSRAM X-4 trigger 8spdShimano SL-M310 8spd Rapidfire Brake LeversShimano integrated leverTektro Alloy w/ reach AdjustShimano BR-M395 Hydraulic BrakesPromax Alloy LinearTektro Novela Disc w/ 6" RotorsShimano BR-M395 Hydraulic Disc w/180mm frt / 160mm rear Rotors CassetteShimano HG20 7spd Cassette (12-28t)SRAM PG-820 8spd Cassette (11-32t)SRAM PG-820 8spd Cassette (11-32t) TiresWTB Wolverine Comp 29x2.2WTB Wolverine Comp 29x2.2WTB Wolverine Comp 29x2.2 ChainKMC-Z51KMC-Z82KMC-Z82 Wheels32h Weinmann SL-7 Doublewall32h Weinmann SL-7 Doublewall32h Weinmann SL-7 Doublewall Hubset (F) 32h SL-7 Alloy QR (R) 32h SL-7 Alloy Cassette QR (F) 32h SL-7 Alloy w/ CNC Disc Mount (R) 32h SL-7 Alloy Cassette w/ CNC Disc mount (F) 32h SL-7 Alloy w/ CNC Disc Mount (R) 32h SL-7 Alloy Cassette w/ CNC Disc mount SpokesBlack 14g Stainless SteelBlack 14g Stainless SteelBlack 14g Stainless Steel PedalsMTB Resin 9/16"Wellgo Alloy forged, CNC MTBWellgo Alloy forged, CNC MTB HandlebarDB Lazer Series 31.8mm low riseDB Lazer Series 31.8mm low riseDB Lazer Series 31.8mm low rise StemDB AL6061 Ahead 7° 31.8mmDB AL6061 Ahead 7° 31.8mmDB AL6061 Ahead 7° 31.8mm SeatpostDB Lazer Series Micro Adjust 30.9mmDB Lazer Series Micro Adjust 30.9mmDB Lazer Series Micro Adjust 30.9mm SeatDB Race saddleDB Race saddleDB Race saddle HeadsetIntegrated FSA Drop-in ACB upper, Zero Stack lower internal cup and cartridge bearing, 1 1/8"Integrated FSA Drop-in ACB upper, Zero Stack lower internal cup and cartridge bearing, 1 1/8"Integrated FSA Drop-in ACB upper, Zero Stack lower internal cup and cartridge bearing, 1 1/8" GripsDB4L 135mm KratonDB4L 135mm KratonDB4L 135mm Kraton ExtrasDB Key Chain, Owner’s manual, H20 bottle mounts, Chainstay Protector, Clear Coat, 3 extra inches of wheel diameter!DB Key Chain, Owner’s manual, H20 bottle mounts, Chainstay Protector, Clear Coat, 3 extra inches of wheel diameter!DB Key Chain, Owner’s manual, H20 bottle mounts, Chainstay Protector, Clear Coat, 3 extra inches of wheel diameter! Total Speeds21-speed24-speed24-speed NotesSpecifications Subject to ChangeSpecifications Subject to ChangeSpecifications Subject to Change

Geometry

Because people come in all shapes and sizes, we have multiple frame sizes to make riding more comfortable. Please use the geometry below to find the best fit for you.

Overdrive Geometry

Size16" Small18" Medium20" Large22" XLarge Recommended Heights*5'5" - 5'7"5'8" - 5'10"5'11" - 6'2"6'2" - 6'5" Standover Height29.5"30.0"31.5"32.75" Seat Tube Length16.0"18.0"20.0"22.0" Seat Tube Angle73.0°73.0°73.0°73.0° Head Tube Length95.0mm105.0mm120.0mm135.0mm Head Angle71.0°71.0°71.0°71.0° Effective Top Tube22.0"23.5"24.5"25.5" Bottom Bracket Height313.0mm313.0mm313.0mm313.0mm Chainstay Length440.0mm440.0mm440.0mm440.0mm Offset38.0mm38.0mm38.0mm38.0mm Wheelbase1062.0mm1091.0mm1112.0mm1131.0mm Stem Length60.0mm75.0mm90.0mm90.0mm Handlebar Width670.0mm670.0mm670.0mm670.0mm Crank Length170.0mm175.0mm175.0mm175.0mm Seat Post Length350.0mm350.0mm350.0mm350.0mm

*Please note that these are just height recommendations. People come in all different proportions and have different comfortable riding geometries – the height ranges may not work for all people. To further ensure comfort when riding a Diamondback road bike we recommend your inseam be at least 1 inch taller than the standover height.

Brand Story

Since 1978, the Diamondback brand name has been synonymous with precision, durability and integrity. Likewise, it should be no surprise to know that these are our core values which inform the design and production of each and every one of our bikes. From the top down, everything we build evolves from these values. Everything we stand for is embedded in who we are.

From our deep roots in BMX to our progressive and groundbreaking Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, we build bikes for all people… all riders. From the elite road racer or mountain bike enthusiast, to the dedicated and committed cause or event rider. From kids to adults and everything in between… we build bikes for you.

Diamondback is a company unafraid of blazing its own trail.

We are Diamondback… DB4L.

Bike Type	Mountain Bike, BMX Bike
Age Range (Description)	Adult
Brand	Diamondback Bicycles
Number of Speeds	24
Frame Material	Aluminum
Suspension Type	Rear, Front, Dual
Special Feature	Lightweight
Included Components	Lock
Brake Style	Disc
Year	2013
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H	20 x 15 x 15 inches
Package Weight	25 Pounds
Brand Name	Diamondback Bicycles
Material	Aluminum

Diamondback 2013 Overdrive Sport 29'er Mountain Bike with 29-Inch Wheels

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