MX - 1st Generation

Overview

Finishes: Epoxy Black

Specification

Frame: Chromoly (FMF)
Forks: Dual drop out Speedo copies (FMF)
Handlebars:
Stem:
Grips:
Headset:
Rims:
Spokes:
Hubs:
Tyres:
Brakes
Levers:
Cable:
Pedals:
Crank:
Bottom Bracket: Euro
Chainring:
Spider:
Freewheel:
Chain:
Seat:
Seat Post:
Seat Post Clamp:

Additional Information

Lifecycle: 1977

Serial number location: underside of bottom bracket starting with three letters, then three digits

Rear dropout: approx 1/16" (1.6mm)

Top tube length: approx 18.5"

This Black Frame and Fork was the first Diamond Back frameset to be manufactured in 1977 and offered to the general public, with only a limited amount produced upto 1978 it was replaced by the MX 2nd generation in 1978. Supplied as a frame and fork only and in keeping with the early type frames it came with a Euro Bottom Bracket. The forks were a speedo copy and later redesigned to fit the DB theme which introduced the diamond cutout on the fork dropouts.

This one has the original epoxy resin Black finish and all white Decals.

A simple way to identify the frame was noting the square tubed rear brake bridge and the slotted rear bottom braket brace.