Diamondback Century 1 Road Bike Review

The Diamondback Century 1 Road Bike is a solid road bike at an entry level price. This is truly more than just an outstandingly comfortable road bike. The previous version of this bike had a great popularity to the users and this is why an upgraded version is now in market with more distinctive features and full of comfort.

With its well designed and strong frame, quality components and distinctive features the bike is one step ahead than other same type road bike. I analyzed everything about it, and now giving you the best essence by Diamondback Century 1 Road Bike Review.

Specifications

• Frame:  DBR Custom Butted 7005 Alloy (Enhanced Performance Geometry Frame)
• Fork: DB Road Podium Performance Alloy
• Headset: FSA IS-3E Integrated Drop-in ACB 1 1/8"
• Cranks: FSA Tempo Compact, 50/34T
• Bottom Bracket: FSA Sealed Cartridge
• Derailleur: Shimano
• Shifter: Dual Control 8spd Shimano Claris ST-2400
• Brakes: Dual Pivot Tektro R312A
• Brake Levers: Dual Control 8spd Shimano Claris ST-2400
• Rims: DB Equation SE 28h frt/28h
• Tires: Michelin Dynamic Sport 700x25c
• Handlebar: DBR Drop Bar Road 31.8
• Seat: DBR Performance Road

Glossy Look

The well designed as well smoothly polished DBR Custom Butted 7005 Alloy (Enhanced Performance Geometry Frame) aluminum frame with a purposeful tapered look top tube and overall set up give the Diamondback Century 1 Road Bike a glossy look! It’s really true you might fall into love with the bike only because of its beautiful and stylish look!

Comfortable Ride

You might be surprised to know that the head tube of Diamondback Century 1 is taller than a usual one! That’s why it reduces the injury of the back and neck.

The cockpit was intentionally shortened, but in the end, necessary balance is achieved by angling the saddle that enables the biker to sit in a more upright and relaxed position while he rides. The rider experiences another pleasant surprise with the handling! When it comes to steering the rider feels too easy to do so. Mainly the alloy fork of Podium Performance type favors accuracy in steering.

Quality Components

The key components of Diamondback Century 1 are really quality product because these are from Shimano the component giant. The midrange Sora groupset, derailleur, brakes, brake levers, shifters and hubs in combination ascertain a quality mechanism of the Diamondback Century 1. The FSA sealed cartridge bottom bracket works smartly against the dirt and dust to keep the chain safe. Besides the SE rims, popular Michelin Dynamic Sport 700x25c tires help to perform well. As a result, the bike is strong enough to run even in odd pathole with utmost performance.

Affordable Price Tag

The Diamondback Century 1 Road Bike is really full of distinctive features and comfort with comparatively much affordable price tag. It will be hard for you to find out another same category road bike with the same the features at such a descent price.  Even sometimes you might get amazing amount of discount over the current rate that you wouldn’t have thought at first.

Different Sizes: The bike has several sizes for different category people having different body shapes. The small size is of 52cm; medium size 54cm; large size 56cm & 58cm; and the final one is of 60cm.

Pros

• Descent price
• Utmost performance
• Smart drivetrain
• Lightweight
• Smooth gear shifting
• Easy to assemble
• Excellent value for money

Cons

• Saddle quality is not up to the mark

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is tuning up of brakes and shifter necessary?

A: Yes, you might need to tune up the breaks and shifter as the cables stretch after an approximate 50 miles ride.

Q: Can I raise the handlebars? If, how much?

A: Yes, you can raise the handlebars 5/8 of an inch.

Final Verdict

Not for the sake of this Diamondback Century 1 Road Bike Review, but for the sake of people looking for a proper workhorse, the Diamondback Century 1 Road Bike is one of the best choices. It’s really a good weekend road bike with good local commuting capability. It’s definitely a long lasting and full performance road bike providing you full value of your money.