Submitted by
Craig
a Weekend Warrior
from Phoenix Date Reviewed: March 6, 2006
Favorite Trail:
100
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$2600.00
Purchased At:
Valley Cyclery
Strengths:
Awesome components, super strong frameset, beautiful finish, perfect weldment.
Weaknesses:
Rim brakes, if that's a weakness in Arizona?
Similar Products Used:
V-link Pro
Bike Setup:
Shimano 757s and a Flite saddle, otherwise everything kept stock.
Bottom Line:
Never needed adjustment after initial derailer cable stretch, for three years! Rode continously, week after week, for 3 1/2 years. Best production bike built in the last ten years, they don't make them like this any more.
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Jacob Kilgore
a Weekend Warrior
from Mooresville, NC USA Date Reviewed: January 24, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Poplar Tent, AKA: Beech Springs
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$2000.00
Purchased At:
Lightning Cycles, Newton, NC.
Strengths:
Very Light, Very fast bike. I tweaked out the head set, KrisKing, added a Fox front shock and upgraded everything to Sram X.0 derailer and grip shifters.
Weaknesses:
I really couldn't pick out any weakness. This bike is what I like, aggressive and tight.
Similar Products Used:
Many GT-I drives I ride are about the same, I love the NRS-2 very nice... the rear lock out on the DBR helps to keep the tail stiff when you feel like getting a little loose and then switch quick for soft impacts.
Bike Setup:
Full suspension supported by a FOX Float up from and a Strata air on the back. Chris King headset; Sram X.0 components and XTR, Gripshift for easy access. Low pro nobbies for fast dry sufaces, MTB saddle, Maxxis Rims and Lots of Love.
Bottom Line:
Great all around bike, XTC on wheels and supermods made it lighter and faster. A true Downhill performer on the singletrack and slopes alike. Too bad I am out growing it; AH..Fatherhood:)
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Submitted by
Brian
a Weekend Warrior
from Simi Valley CA Date Reviewed: June 2, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Chumash to Rockey Peak to Hummingbird
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$2500.00
Strengths:
Love the lockouts, use them on all uphill. Upgraded to Mavic X-517 rims. First time using clipless pedals, Ill never use anything else. Frame is bullet-proof (broke my last one in half, Ill leave the company nameless). I dont know what everyone else is saying bout the weight but it's lighter than anything I looked at in the bikeshop.
Weaknesses:
I blew a bushing in the forks within the first month(manufacturer error) got the new Mars Super in exchange, which seem to be quite a bit stiffer. Got to loose the tires, the Geauxs just dont stick in the turns. Switched to Panracer Fire-Red. I tend to be hard on the downhills so I upgraded rims and spokes to 36 gauge.
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher-Sugar
Bike Setup:
Titec Bar Ends, Mavic X-517 w/ 36 gauge, Panracer Fire-red
Bottom Line:
Super stiff when the bike is not locked out, seems a 'lil bit wobely in the rear when it is locked. The forks may be OK on other peoples bikes but blowing a bushing in the first month usually is'nt a good sign. Love the clipless pedals, easy to get in and out of and great for conserving energy on those long rides. For a 5'10" guy the stance is perfect. Never had any complaints about the rear Fox Shock. If you like bombing the downhills upgrade to heavier rims however no complaint about the old. The tires may be OK for anywhere BUT so cal dry trails. Anyone who has expierence on a hardtail should have no problem switching to this bike.
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Submitted by
Kyle Siems
a Cross Country Rider
from St. Louis Date Reviewed: May 13, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Left Fork at Bunker Creek
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$2300.00
Purchased At:
Springfield Cyclery
Strengths:
Overall design is great. I've always been skeptical of full suspensions until this bike. The lockout in the rear shock makes uphills a breeze. The weight is also a bonus considering the dual suspension.
Weaknesses:
The componetry is rather pathetic for the price.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized FSR, DBR V-8
Bike Setup:
Sram 9.0 shifting, XT brakes, White Bros. fork
Bottom Line:
Being from Missouri, I was a little weary of the need for a full suspension, and I still see it as more of a luxury than a necessity. Still, this bike has made a believer out of me. The weight and durability allow for extremely diverse capabilities and performance. Off the production line, the bike has amazing potential. Unless you're willing to put in the extra work, you'll be happy with the original product. But, if you decide to pour some extras into it you'll be extremely satisfied.
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Submitted by
mike fusaro
a Cross Country Rider
from seattle,wa Date Reviewed: October 23, 2000
Favorite Trail:
victor falls
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
private party
Strengths:
This bike feels super plush and steers extreamlly well. The vanilla float with lock out.
Weaknesses:
Avid brakes suck. For msrp of $2500 you would think dimond back could afford to put on crossmax and save some weight. The Manatou is a great fork if this were a hard tail. I would like to know who chose the component set up for this bike.
This is one of the plushest riding frames I have ever road. I give the frame 5 flamming chilis but the groupo choice a 2, excluding the XTR stuff. Although review seems harsh I would recomend this frame to anyone. Please do not judge this review from my spelling I may be a bad speller but I am pretty sharp.
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Submitted by
Howard Rosen
a Cross Country Rider
from Arvada, CO, USA Date Reviewed: October 8, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Alderfer Three Sisters
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1300.00
Purchased At:
Arvada Bicycles
Strengths:
Great overall frame design. You have to start with a solid foundation, and DBR gives that to you.
Weaknesses:
Fork (Manitou really can't figure this "suspension" thing out). Wheels & Tires. Brakes (Advids are for lower end bikes).
Similar Products Used:
First full suspension bike. (Sold all my hard tails.)
Bike Setup:
Full XTR front to rear. Chris King wheel set with Panaracers. Ti where possible (seat post, handlebars, etc.) Judy Racer front fork with 100mm travel. Converted rear shock to 4.5 inches of travel. Carbon fiber barends.
Bottom Line:
I've been riding for more than eight years. Never thought of owning a full suspension bike. Then I tried one this year. Sold all my hardtails after just one ride on this bike. Upgraded the suspension for more plush travel. Was so happy, I bought one for my wife. We're both happier now. I gave this bike 5 Flamin' Chilis for what it is now. Not for when I bought it.
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Submitted by
bill dewitt
a Racer
from los angeles Date Reviewed: September 24, 2000
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$2300.00
Strengths:
stable, light and plushed for xc racing. not as heavy as the their x-links frames, which is made for recreation due to its weight. v-link are designed for racing.
Weaknesses:
no sealed bearings but who cares, the rear it still suspense smoothly and effortlessly.
Similar Products Used:
specialized fsr xc, sc heckler, lightspeed fs (yes they do make fs too), x-link
Bike Setup:
xtr full w/ x-rays gripshift, raceface stem w/risor bar crossmax, manutou carbon fork, flite saddle, kore post
Bottom Line:
this is actually a v8 with is the same as a v3.2 and i race the bike for 2 seasons and loving it. even thought it is not set up for downhilling like others but it can handle it just as well. you point and it tracks like a beauty on water. climbing this rig is just amazing. if you have the leg muscle, this rig graps the dirt so well that u will climb like a mountain goat. i won a couple of races too over those hardtail teeth shattering riders. it feel so nice beating them on my bike that i been just grin at them to rub it in :)
You know DB don't make these bikes anymore so if you can get your hand on one, get it. It is destined to be a classic. I been trying to get a back-up V-link for awhile now. If you know anyone who is willing to part with theirs, drop me a line.
happy grinding!!!!
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Submitted by
Todd Borman
a Cross Country Rider
from Reno, NV. USA Date Reviewed: August 15, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Anything on Pevine mountain
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Awsome all the way around! This is one bike that can handle all you can give it. Be all you can be, and have fun shooting down your favorite mountain's single track. The XTR components are worth the price. Lock out on the front and rear shock is a huge advantage, reducing bounce on the up hill climbs.
Weaknesses:
Tires, I put Hutchinson Python Gold's on mine and it made a huge difference.
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale's of simular price range.
Bike Setup:
All stock, exept tires and new grips. There is not much to upgrade.
Bottom Line:
This bike rocks!!! Diamondback did it again. If you like to do it all from rolling hills to rockin down single track on your favorite mountain range, this is the bike for you.
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Submitted by
Ryan McCarthy
a Weekend Warrior
from Michigan Date Reviewed: January 23, 2000
Favorite Trail:
north country trail
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Need to sell the one I have, will part for $1499. Hardly ridden, no scratches, Less than 3 miles on it. Product strenghts (as far as I can tell with ridding it such a short amount of time) Great specs, Fairly light weight.
Weaknesses:
Could be lighter Hate WTB seats. Like XTR levers more than Avid, But Avid are okay.
Similar Products Used:
DBR -v-8
Bike Setup:
Stock, except different seat and grips
Bottom Line:
Wonderful bike, but I need to sell it I liked the V-8 I had last year. The XR-8 is a fine example of a well built bike. Size is a large, and it's in showroom condition. E-mail me if you want to know more. Rhino850@yahoo.com Thanks, Ryan.
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Submitted by
Mark
a Cross-Country Rider
from Boulder CO Date Reviewed: December 28, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Golden Gate St Park
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Strong frame Adjustable travel Good components
Weaknesses:
Manitou fork Bushings in suspension are not sealed Brakes
This bike is great, I was a little disapointed in the weight but it has held up well. The fork is ok when it is not at Manitou for months(see review there). To run the 4.5in travel it needs a longer travel fork to balance it out. Bike has been a blast to ride and bulletproof except the fork. It is not Diamond Backs fault the fork is crap, so it gets 5 chilies.
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Submitted by
bjw
a Cross-Country Rider
from montana Date Reviewed: December 26, 1999
fork broke not too bad though cant put seat post very low
Similar Products Used:
none, nothing ive tried is as good
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
This bike is sweet. I like how you can switch travel lenghts and the componets were nice for how cheap it was.
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Submitted by
Tim
a Cross-Country Rider
from Nevada Date Reviewed: October 14, 1999
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
rear shock
Weaknesses:
too heavy for racing and slow, bad geometry design. Notice how sluggish compared to M4s?
Similar Products Used:
M4, AMP, SC, GT, Marin, DEAN, Klein
Bottom Line:
Ok bike for recreational use only, but can't be used for racing even though we change the wheel to lighter wheelset from a M4s. For racing, you can't beat the Specialized M4 FSR and Marin Mt.Vision Pro. Give it a five for recreation but a 1 for racing = average 3. Not bad of a bike.
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Submitted by
Tom
a Weekend Warrior
from Germantown, MD Date Reviewed: August 10, 1999
Favorite Trail:
the watershed
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
great components perfect amount of travel for trail riding fairly uncommon
Weaknesses:
yes, virginia, it's heavy hard to fit those tires have GOT to go!
Sizing: At 5'9 with 30 inseam, i felt stretched on the medium. The small felt much better, but I got the med. anyway. Why? $700 off the retail price. That justified buying the Monkey light short riser bat that improves the balance without shortening an already very short stem. Still, if in doubt, go for the small. Ride: Definite learning curve. The (stock) front tire slides out on a constant basis. The fork is kind of harsh and tops out alot, even after tweaking all the ajustments, even the dumb as hell compression thing that requires yanking the thing apart. I think the bike needs more travel in front to balance out the 4.5 you can get in back. Overall: The weight factor- I don't think DBR actually weighed a production bike. We all know that the Crosslinks weigh more than advertised. Also, the XT cassette weighs more than the XTR. That might account for some of the discrepancy Fun factor- My friends are finding it harder to keep up, and I'm finding it harder to keep from laughing out loud at the end of the ride!
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Submitted by
don
a Cross-Country Rider
from phoenix Date Reviewed: July 31, 1999
Favorite Trail:
broken arrow
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
sweet component pkg.for the $$(2,200)
Weaknesses:
brick like wilderness trail saddle...geax tires(stickers best friend in AZ) no bar ends...need to purchase pump for fox shock
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
standard...added titec carbon-100 bar ends
Bottom Line:
Bottom line is I cant believe I own such an kick --- bike. I had the XR4 on hold but decided to splurge on the XR8.Yes it came in about a pound over the falsely advertised 25, but in the end thats fine with me,it just means I have a slightly over-built bullet proof frame that will serve this week-end warrior for years to come.The stiff frame provides alot of giddy-up on out of saddle sprints and climbs.The Manitou forks and Fox shock both have preformed well so far.Also the front and rear lock-outs are a nice feature.Get one if you can...good luck getting a deal as good as mine!
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Submitted by
Bubba
a Cross-Country Rider
from Carrboro, NC Date Reviewed: June 25, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Reddish Knob
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Value Basically ready to go from the box Good components Shock lock-out
Weaknesses:
Uncomfortable grips No disc mount on the fork 25 lbs...NOT! Fork lock-out doesn't Limited seatpost adjustment
Similar Products Used:
Spec FSR XC Kona KukaMunga Cdale Raven GT w/I-drive Some others
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
Being my first dualie I am duly impressed. I tried seven other bikes before buying this one. I thought the FSR XC felt the most responsive and have the best ride but the shock lacked enough damping (can you say pogo?). I coudn't find an FSR S-Worrks/M4 so that was a moot point. Despite not being 25 lbs (and I'd like to see what components they use to get it to 25 lbs) you don't really notice the weight. The ride is plush yet stable. It has a nice set of components but what's up with those grips, Kmart apparently had some extras. It would be nice to have disc tabs on the fork, more adjustability with the seatpost and the lock-out knob is apparently for show only. As for a rating it's between a 4 and a 5 but to counter-balance reviewers like the one who rated it but never rode it I am giving it a...
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Submitted by
Dave
a Cross-Country Rider
from Seattle Date Reviewed: June 2, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Preston RR Trail
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Really solid frame Great components
Weaknesses:
Hard to get
Similar Products Used:
Marin Cannondale GT Trek Y-bikes
Bike Setup:
Cane Creek WAM wheels Easton riser bar Avid Arch 50
Bottom Line:
The bike comes out of the box, and it's easy to dial in your style for your terrain. Shimano's 9 speed is not as easy to set up as the old 8 speed, and anyone having trouble shouldn't look to DBR but your mechanic. As w/ any other high performance vehicle you don't just throw it together and expect it to work. This bike climbs and handles extremely well, both on short technical pieces and long seated climbs. If your mainly into racing an ultralight hardtail is probably best, but if you're just serious about your bike and playing hard this is a great all around bike. Mine weighs in at just over 24 pounds w/ a few alterations. The lockout on the rear shock is great!
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Submitted by
Clay
a Cross-Country Rider
from Columbia,SC Date Reviewed: May 24, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Tsali
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Great value. Easy setup.
Weaknesses:
Company support is not good
Similar Products Used:
XR4 Specialized FSR XC Klein Mantra
Bike Setup:
Standard Dbr Xr8
Bottom Line:
First, it took 3 stinking months to get a bike from DBR. Two weeks How many times did I hear that? Second, I broke the chain 5 times in 2 days, over easy terrain. Third, I love the bike now! It rolls so nice and eats up the bumps. I doubt that any serious downhill guru would approve, but for a cross country ride in the mountains of NC and Va, this bike has been sweet. I mistrust the tires and will probably replace them along with the grips. Why don't I have disc brake capability on Manitou's top of the line fork? The v brakes work fine, but it would be nice to have the option. Oh, and what's the deal with the fork lockout? Are the knobs on the top of the fork totally useless or what? Anyway, great bike with a few glitches.
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Submitted by
BIG ED
a Cross-Country Rider
from salt lake city ut. Date Reviewed: May 15, 1999
Favorite Trail:
brian head ut.
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
very solid, torsionaly rigid. steady as she goes mate.
Weaknesses:
DB flounderd, took 3 months to finally get, then it weighed 2 lbs more than stated, the rotten suckers.
Similar Products Used:
Had a v8
Bike Setup:
white bros front. strato xc rear.
Bottom Line:
I race in the clydsedale class, when I got the bike i bobbed like a rabbit, I called fox and thier tech said that shock was not recomended for anyone over 200. shouldnt a salesman be told that? they would not help me so I sold it and got a stratto, i love it.went with a white bro up front, I love it more!!it is sturdy and fast with these up grades it rocks for us heffers,If I was small and gibbly,I would not recomend this bike.
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Submitted by
peter
a Cross-Country Rider
from new york, ny Date Reviewed: May 8, 1999
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Bottom Line:
I just ordered it, but for looks, climbing and downhilling five stars. I will sent my real review in few weeks.
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Submitted by
David
a Cross-Country Rider
from NY Date Reviewed: May 6, 1999
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Bottom Line:
Cool bike.
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Submitted by
Jim Zimmerman
a Cross-Country Rider
from Philadelphia, PA Date Reviewed: May 2, 1999
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Dialed-in spec and ride
Weaknesses:
None so far
Bottom Line:
Yes, this is one hot bike, but as a former company insider I've got news for you. If you are contemplating buying any DBR or high end Diamondback bike, you'd better do it ASAP. Raleigh fired all the DB Product Development guys when they bought out Diamondback. In the near future (model year 2000) all Diamondbacks will be just re-badged Raleighs and Nishikis. Check out the Raleigh FS reviews for a glimpse of the future. Say goodbye to DBR and decent full suspension bikes. Too bad because these bikes were just starting to get good. Look for Giant to start building good bikes, former DBR product manager Brandon Sloan just started working for them.
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Submitted by
Larry
a Weekend Warrior
from San Francisco, CA Date Reviewed: April 20, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Mt. Tam/Tahoe
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Great supsension combo w/ Fox/Manitou. Climbs great and descends through tight singletrack and hairy, rocky fireroads.
Weaknesses:
27 lbs?? My rep said it weighed 24 lbs. I called the DBR rep in LA and he said that the components had changed. I asked what could have changed to make it 2 lbs heavier. He didn't have an answer.
Similar Products Used:
Fisher and Specialized hardtails.
Bike Setup:
factory
Bottom Line:
This is an awesome bike that can't be beat for the price. I was looking at the Specialed S-Works FSR but that couldn't be found anywhere. I saw the XR-8 at the Sea Otter Classic in Monterey and had to buy it immediately. Not happy that they lied about the weight although I haven't noticed it on the trails. I'm trading out the Time pedals for SPD's as I just can't seem to click out when it counts, ouch! If anyone knows some reasonable upgrades that might save me a lb or two, let me know as I'd like to start racing this bike.
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Submitted by
Custom Bicycles
a Cross-Country Rider
from Vancouver, WA Date Reviewed: March 30, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Browns camp
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Bottom Line:
Take a pill people. The company is dealing with a hot bike and ripping them for wanting to put out a product correctly is not a negative. Have you tried to get a Tsali, or Ellsworth recently. They are up against the same problems. As for weight it is on the heavy side for the racer out there. If that is a concern then get a Tsali or Ti Cycle. You get what you pay for. The frame is good quality and is going to do just what it should, absorb the shock and accelerate. That is quite the combonation. The bike is a great deal and works great. Hopefully they will be made in the US next year.
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Submitted by
Ricky
a Racer
from big rapids, south CA Date Reviewed: March 29, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Yellow River Run
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Great shocks, Manitou did a great job with the carbon fork this year. Also the bike's weight is okay at 27 pounds, All the components are great and work very well together.
Weaknesses:
The seat hurts my rear end.
Similar Products Used:
Nothing even compairs
Bike Setup:
Manitou Carbon- great
Bottom Line:
Super cool bike for a super deal. Everything works very very well together and will allow me to do very good racing this year. Thanks DBR!!!! and keep up the good work.
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Submitted by
Ruthopher
a Cross-Country Rider
from Landlaord, texas Date Reviewed: March 29, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Big South Fork
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Wonderfull, looks great rides great is overall great.
Weaknesses:
I don't really like the tires, they kinda suck, but they are easy to change.
Similar Products Used:
some specialized bike are good too.
Bike Setup:
DBR-XR-8 Man carbon and vanilla rc
Bottom Line:
WOW!!!!!!
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Submitted by
warren
a Racer
from Israel Date Reviewed: March 27, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Great parts very fast ,very good on the up ,amazing handeling as true as an arrow light enough for me
Weaknesses:
Tires not great but thats not a major problem I have put on panaracer fires
Bottom Line:
Those who take the weight too seriously should either have a shit befor their ride or less beer befor they race.Change the tires I put panaracer fires on .Not only they look like they were made for the xr8 they handel great.The weight is fine by me and lets face it only a few great riders will be in Sydney 2000 .A great bike for any weekend racer and not too shaby out on the trail.
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Submitted by
Billy Smith
a Cross-Country Rider
from Ny,NY Date Reviewed: March 22, 1999
Favorite Trail:
NCYS
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Great parts low price.
Weaknesses:
Seat, gained 2 pounds from last year.
Similar Products Used:
Dimondback v-8 from last year
Bike Setup:
DBR XR-8
Bottom Line:
Great bike great parts for $2500, xtr cranks, ders., etc. man. did great job on carbon shock this year. Rides well climbs great all around good bike.
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Submitted by
Steve
a cross-country rider
from Fairfax, Virginia Date Reviewed: February 22, 1999
Bottom Line:
I recently built my own XC racer using the DBR XR-8 frame set (small) and a full XTR build kit (primarily Shimano parts and drive train). My LBS gave me a great deal on the build kit and I was able to quickly get the frame. I put a Rock Shox SID XC on the front. The front and rear travel complement each other nicely and it is well balanced. The bike weighs in right at about 23.5 pounds and makes it a true cross-country race contender for a full suspension bike. I have been riding it for about a week and plan to race it in the spring. The geometry is perfect and the bike fits me like a glove. It climbs like a champ with minimal pedal bob and the rear suspension keeps the bike in contact with the ground. It hugs the ground tightly whether climbing or descending and offers a very controlled ride. I haven't used the lock out on the rear shock (Fox Air Vanilla RC) yet, but haven't needed it when climbing. It handles tight single track with ease and keeps on coming. I have the SID set up for XC racing - very stiff -- it performs well with lots of adjustability. I am wary of the SID and its reliability, but so far so good. I realize this bike is not a stock XR-8, but it is essentially the XR-8 with some modifications and is well worth a look if you're considering building your own FS XC racer. This is an early review and I may post another in six months after I have logged a few miles.
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Submitted by
Kert
a cross-country rider
from Alabama Date Reviewed: February 16, 1999
Bottom Line:
Great bike, great parts, great price, high weight. Just got mine today, Now I'm ridding it and lovin' it. Had a V-8 loved it, now a XR-8 will love that despite the two pound increase. Good Job DBR.
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Submitted by
chris williams
a cross-country rider
from springville ,ut Date Reviewed: January 28, 1999
Bottom Line:
I find that the dbr is an excellent climber, and extremely light for a full suspension. excellent suspension system, and a lock out front and rear shox for pavement and climbing off road. also it has a very plush ride on downhill runs.
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Submitted by
Ryan
a cross-country rider
from Michigan Date Reviewed: January 23, 1999
Bottom Line:
The XR-8 must be hot because they are completely SOLD OUT. I guess I tried to get one too late. Maybe next year I'll have better luck. I had a v-8 and it ruled. Have not touched a XR-8 but it is looks great.
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Submitted by
scott
a racer
from arkansas Date Reviewed: December 21, 1998
Bottom Line:
Can't say how the bike rides. Never rode the one I recieved. Promptly sold it as soon as possible. Published weight says 25 flew out of the box at 27 for a large which is too heavy to race on. Bike had such killer parts stock, I could not figure out how to shave off 2 lbs to even get the bike down to 25.
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