Product Details
- Size: 20-Inch Wheels
- Color: Green
- Brand: Diamondback
- Model: 02-12-1073
- Released on: 2011-08-29
- Dimensions: 1.00" h x
1.00" w x
1.00" l,
1.00 pounds
Features
- 6061-T6 Aluminum Octane 20 Jr. MTN Frame
- 30mm Travel Jr. MTB Suspension Fork
- Shimano Rear Derailleur & 6-Spd Twist Shifter
- Rust-Proof Alloy Rims & Stainless Steel Spokes
- DB 2-Panel Jr. MTB Padded Saddle
Diamondback Octane 20 Mountain Bike (20-Inch Wheels)
Product Description
20" wheels, 6-speeds, alloy frame, suspension fork, and alloy rims provide kids with the perfect reason to be outside instead of on the sofa watching cartoons - who needs a TV with a bike as hot as the Octane?
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful.
So far, happy with it...
By Balmes Tejeda
Bought this for my daughter. This bike retails for $280 at our local bicycle shop. You get it so much cheaper here because there is some assembly required. Don't worry. It's not so bad. The chain and the rear gears and rear tire come assembled, and seem to be adjusted properly. The fork is already inserted as well. What you will have to install yourself are the handlebars, the front tire, the seat, the reflectors, and you will have to properly adjust the brakes (this is probably the hardest part) and install the brake cables to the brake handle on the handlebar, oh, and cut the excess wire once you are done. I can see why the bike shop charges an extra $80. Probably $40 of that is labor, the rest, well, they have to stay in business. But building it is definitely not impossible. You don't really need any special tools. Just the basics. Allen wrench, a socket wrench set is handy to install the front wheel. Wire cutters to trim the excess wire to the brakes. It comes with the caps so the loose wire ends doesn't scratch anyone.I'm disappointed that the wheels are not quick-release. Although the seat is quick release. The bike is not as light as my son's Specialized Hotrock 20. But it is not heavy by any means. It is still pretty light. Light enough for my daughter to handle it well. Much lighter than the Diamondback Tess 20. The front shock compresses easily, perfect for my daughter's weight. And the wheels are true. Don't have to get a spoke wrench. But you should get one anyway.So far I'm happy enough with this bike that I ordered a 2nd one for my other daughter. This bike is very much worth the extra $50 or so more than the Diamondback Tess. And this bike is a much better bang-for-your-buck than a Specialized Hardrock 20. I think I paid $350 for the Specialized. For $200, this is a great deal. So far my daughter has only ridden it around the block, but she already got the hang of changing the gears. My daughter is pretty dainty but she was able to change gears up and down pretty easily. No problems there. Some reviews of the Tess say the gear changing is very stiff. I will try to update this review when the weather gets warm and we go for a real ride on a gentle trail.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
One of the few good 20" wheel bike with gears
By Arm&Hammer
My son just turned 6 and and outgrew his Lighting McQueen bike. He is average weight and height and could ride his older brother's 20" single speed. Unfortunately, we have some hilly terrain and he had difficulty going up the hills. We started to look for a 20" bike with gears. Looked at all the larger Toys... and many mart stores. Basically there were not many choices. The $100 range bikes were too heavy for him to handle (over 35 lbs.)because they tended to be full suspension bikes with gears. The lighter 20" bikes with gears at the local bike shops were around $300 with or without a front suspension.The DB Octane on Amazon was just right and in the middle price range. Our built bike weight is almost 25 lbs. with an optional kick stand and bell. Installation was fun with my son's help and took just a little over an hour. The required tools came with the bike. The only tricky part was the front brake adjustment. Just took some patience trying out different adjustments and finally got it. The wheels were somewhat true so maybe that's why it was fairly easy. I can see if the wheels were not true and if one was not mechanically oriented, it would be difficult. Some may want to take it to a local bike shop for installation and/or adjustments. In general this is probably the best bang for the buck for a 20" wheel bike with gears.Pros:Lightweight for a bike with gears and front shocksSmaller geometry and many adjustments to accommodate smaller kidsGood quality Shimano componentsBrakes function well and easilyGear shifting is easy for a 6 year old to twistCons:If wheels get bent during shipping, taking it to the bike shop would negate any savings.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.Great bike!
By Steven R. Walter
First mountain bike for my 9 year old daughter, excellent choice! And, almost $100 cheaper than the local store. Went together easy, adjustments were few and simple. Gears are easy to change.
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