Another one for you Don….

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    • April 30, 2014 at 4:54 pm
    vpc66
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    Don’s like a storage bank for bike info…I say 90/92…not sure which !
    • May 1, 2014 at 1:24 am
    neo_pop_71
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    Oooo… nice bike!

    The Axis was Diamond Back’s top-of-the-line model, it would have had full XT group if memory serves. Vinny you’re right there with the ’90 or ’92 guess. I’ll split the difference and say 1991. Looking at the XT pods, those were the high line XT shifters with the little cut away windows to save weight. I have the same shifters on my ’93 A2L, I robbed them from my ’91 Stumpjumper Comp when I parted it out to sell the frame. If you want I’ll send a message to my buddy “frantik” over on Bike Forums, he is the guru of all things D’back, he can settle it for sure. Since I’m speaking about frantik, I figure I’ll post his newest score… the Holy Grail to a fan of D.B. bike.

    http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/938717-1993-diamondback-axis-team-titanium.html

    Derek, I’d jump on that bike if I were you, it’s rare to find a high end bike that hasn’t been molested!

    Keep us posted,

    -D-

    p.s. I’ve attached a photo of my A2L, notice the little “windows” between the lever and the shifter.

    • May 1, 2014 at 4:14 am
    vpc66
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    Don I skip 91 due to finding pictures of that model at that year but none had that paint job..but you can tell from the bike that is the time frame it should be in….will be cool to get a year on it..Nice bike for sure !
    • May 2, 2014 at 12:04 am
    neo_pop_71
    Member
    My buddy “frantik” came through with the info as I knew he would…

    Big V. nailed it, the D.B. Axis is a 1992 model, gray with blue pearl.

    Follow the link to page 10 in the catalog, bottom right corner has the color swatch, it has the same double butted True Temper OX frame as the “pro” model but with XT group instead of 8 speed XTR. I forgot that the “silver” XTR hit the bikes on the 1992 top model lines.

    http://www.rideandrepair.co.uk/Retro…talogue_RB.pdf

    His recommendation was to snag asap as that is a steal for what looks to be a totally stock original bike.

    Peace,

    -D-

    • May 2, 2014 at 1:19 am
    vpc66
    Member
    Sucks, the link would not work for me. Grab that ride Derek….But do not use to ride to work, just a hint! You know the saying…steal my bike once, shame on you..steal my bike twice, shame on me…steal my bike a third time, I am a dumb ass ;)
    • May 2, 2014 at 4:01 pm
    neo_pop_71
    Member
    Ha-Ha-Ha…

    DAMN VINNY… Nothin’ like givin’ Derek a nut-tap on a touchy subject!!!

    (go pick up the bike)

    • May 2, 2014 at 5:04 pm
    vpc66
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    Derek knows my humor, but I must say, if the owner will not allow workers bikes inside then I would stop riding my bike to work. I know Derek enjoys his ride but how many need be lost due to scum bags that think it is a free ride when they see one in the open. As I have said before, drive or Walmart crap bike…to me if the bike is outside the owner is on the saddle and the scum bag has to kill to take..that kind of lowers the number of scum bags willing to take the bike .
    • May 3, 2014 at 2:42 pm
    Derek
    Member
    Trying to get ahold of her right now.

    Yesterday was my birthday, so I am gonna get myself a present. It’s not exactly next door, but we’ll see what happens.

    Vinnie:

    http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=29710021&nid=481

    • May 3, 2014 at 2:48 pm
    Derek
    Member
    Also told the GM at my place if he wouldn’t let me bring my bikes inside I would find another job. Now they rest nice and cozy upstairs in the VIP lounge.

    Still available, trying to get her to meet me halfway so I can ride it home.

    • May 3, 2014 at 6:27 pm
    vpc66
    Member
    Shame Goins was not shot many times by the cops …had to be a compete ass, there for no loss to mankind. Derek, you mean your bike goes upstairs ?
    • May 3, 2014 at 9:36 pm
    Derek
    Member
    it does.

    SCORE!!! Guys I bought it. this bike is PRISTINE…. has what i would guess is the the OEM Panaracer 2.1″ gumwall tires with 90percent tread (although age cracked), toe clips…. perfect tune, still has all the reflectors! And she delivered it to my work. this has been hanging in a garage somewhere. Holy crap gentlemen she is pretty.

    have to get used to a rigid front end but thems the breaks.

    Thinking this may be a trophy for the wall of the shop.

    Hell no. I am RIDING IT.

    • May 4, 2014 at 3:58 am
    vpc66
    Member
    Great Derek…happy for ya !
    • May 4, 2014 at 9:16 pm
    neo_pop_71
    Member
    Happy Birthday Derek… awesome, enjoy the sweet new “old” bike, the perfect gift to yourself, I’m so glad that it worked out!!! Practically unridden gems like that, especially high end models, don’t come along often. I’m stoked you were in a position to make it happen!

    C’mon man, make with the photos of the new baby, don’t be stingy with the lovin’!!!

    Cheers,

    -D-

    p.s. Check the link my friend provided, OEM tires were those Panaracers.

    • May 5, 2014 at 4:10 pm
    Derek
    Member
    Photos to follow.
    • May 5, 2014 at 4:31 pm
    vpc66
    Member
    Tease……should have post them already !
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