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Diamante "Egg Shell" LTD Frameset
A carbon frame race frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$4,995| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
Summary
The Basso Diamante is a handcrafted Italian aero road bike known for its aggressive geometry, exceptional handling, and distinctive looks. While it excels in speed and responsiveness, its ride quality can be firm, and comfort may be compromised on longer or rougher rides. The bike's aerodynamic design and premium build options cater to racers seeking performance, though it faces stiff competition in the aero road bike market.
Aggressive and fast handling geometry
Exceptional handling and responsiveness
Premium Italian craftsmanship
Aerodynamic design with subtle tweaks for speed
Adjustable cockpit for personalized fit
Firm ride quality can be uncomfortable
Less comfortable over rough surfaces
Heavier frame and fork compared to competitors
Late entry to the aero road bike market
Dated cable routing in some models
Basso promises some extra veloce by way of small frame reshaping, a totally internal routed cockpit, and an all-new fork with more tire clearance.
BikerumorThe overriding sensation from the very minute I sat down on the Diamante SV was firm, and that’s being generous.
CyclistThe Basso Diamante SV might be showing its age a little compared to aero road bikes launched in the last 18 months, but it's still a real head-turner and a fine option for those who want quality Italian craftsmanship and are prepared to pay for it.
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Sep 2020 · Cory Benson
Basso updates top-level carbon Diamante SV aero road bike with several aerodynamic tweaks to create an all-together faster bike...
Mar 2020 · Troy Templin
Neighbors in Performance
Mar 2020 · Jack Sexty
Fast, unique frameset with an excellent ride quality, just a little less refined than the current crop of aero road racers
Stunning looks
Fast
Amazing ride quality
Not as aerodynamically refined as newer aero bikes
Dated cable routing
Nov 2019 · James Spender
Basso’s Italian racer geometry is in full swing despite attempts to add compliance. But that’s all the more reason to love it
Aggressive
Fast handling geometry (if that’s your thing)
Punchy spirit
Finely crafted
Room for 28mm tyres
Firm ride
Geometry will be divisive
Aug 2019 · Rupert Radley
Unconventional in its design and looks, the Basso Diamante is a premium Italian racing frame which was put to the test with a custom build
Great looking
Corner handling is good
Very responsive ride
Jarring ride quality
Shorter wheelbase
Apr 2019 · Benjamin Topf
The one purebred Italian racing-steed in our group test, the Basso Diamante SV Disc, has literally dominated social media over the past few months.
Agile and sporty character
Braking performance
Finish (Colour scheme)
ZCable ports look shabby
Internally routed cables rattling
Sep 2018 · Warren Rossiter
The Diamante’s front end makes this model stand out — the integration of the fork crown into the oversized head-tube junction is something we’ve seen before, but the top of the head-tube is set deeper into the frame than usual for a super-slammed front. . .
Aug 2018 · Matt Wikstrom
The Diamante has been the premier carbon road frame in Basso’s catalogue for several years, however it has always been a largely traditional offering. That is until 2017, when the company unveiled the Diamante SV, an aerodynamic version of the flagship model, followed by the addition of disc brakes for 2018. In terms of keeping […]
| Frame | 1K Torayca HMCF T1000 & T800 BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Basso Carbon |
| Bottom Bracket | BB86x41.5 Pressfit Required |
| Headset | Integrated 1 1/2" - 1 1/8" |
| Seatpost | Basso Diamante Carbon Type: Rigid |
First added September 10
Last updated September 10
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