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2020 Basso

Diamante SV Frameset

A carbon frame aero frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$5,295
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
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Summary

The Basso Diamante is a standout in the aero road bike category, praised for its aggressive geometry, superb handling, and Italian craftsmanship. While it excels in speed and stiffness, some reviews note its comfort could be improved, especially on rough surfaces. The bike's aerodynamic design and competitive weight make it a favorite among racers, though it faces stiff competition from newer models in the market.

Pros
  • Aggressive race-ready geometry

  • Superb handling and sure-footed poise

  • Italian craftsmanship and stunning looks

  • Improved tire clearance up to 32mm

  • Adjustable aero cockpit for maximum adjustability

Cons
  • Comfort could be improved on rough surfaces

  • Heavy frame and fork in some models

  • Lacks agility and responsiveness in certain conditions

  • Fragile paint and seatpost clamping mechanism

Key Quotes
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.
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The Diamante SV is an absolutely gorgeous bike to ride.
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The 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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VeloNews
Gallery: Natalie Grinczer's Basso Diamante

Nov 2021 · Robin Wilmott

A Campagnolo mechanical drivetrain and Deda tubeless wheels for this classic-looking Italian bike.

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Cycling Weekly
Basso Diamante frameset

Apr 2021 · Michelle Arthurs-Brennan

A year-long journey with the Basso Diamante - here's the final word...

Highs
  • Aggressive race ready geometry

  • Great handling

  • Stiff but comfortable

  • Attention to detail

Lows
  • Frame is heavy

  • Fragile paint

  • Disc brake mounts not flat

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Cycling News
Basso Diamante SV review: A Colnago contender that's €900 too cheap

Mar 2021 · Will Jones

Fabulous handling, beautiful to look at, but own-brand wheels on an €11k bike is madness

Highs
  • Looks gorgeous

  • Brilliant handling

  • Pretty comfy

  • Italian superbike kudos for less than a Colnago

Lows
  • No aero claims

  • Could do with more seatpost

  • Criminally creaky cockpit

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Cyclist
Basso Diamante SV review

Feb 2021 · James Spender

Basso is still flying the true racer’s flag with a bike that attacks descents, punches climbs & swivels on a sixpence. Photos: Massaro

Highs
  • Fast handling

  • Descending

  • Build quality

  • Stiff

Lows
  • Comfort

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Bikerumor
Basso Diamante SV aero road bike gets reshaped for extra Super Veloce speed

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...

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Road Bike Action
Bike Test: Basso Diamante SV with Campagnolo EPS

Mar 2020 · Troy Templin

Neighbors in Performance

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road.cc
Basso Diamante SV frameset

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

Highs
  • Stunning looks

  • Fast

  • Amazing ride quality

Lows
  • Not as aerodynamically refined as newer aero bikes

  • Dated cable routing

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Basso Diamante SV Disc 2019 review

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.

Highs
  • Agile and sporty character

  • Braking performance

Lows
  • Finish (Colour scheme)

  • ZCable ports look shabby

  • Internally routed cables rattling

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

3K Torayca HMCF T1000 & T800

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

Basso Carbon

Bottom Bracket

BB86x41.5 Pressfit Required

Headset

Integrated 1 1/2" - 1 1/8"

Stem

Basso Alloy

Seatpost

Basso Diamante SV Carbon

TypeRigid

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