Diamant Elan (Einstieg: mittel)

The 2022 Diamant Elan model is a versatile mid-range bike designed for both everyday use and longer rides. Priced at 919 euros, it offers good value for money. The frame is made from Alpha Smooth Aluminium, ensuring a lightweight yet robust construction. The internal cable routing and the option to fit luggage racks and mudguards highlight the bike’s well-thought-out design. With a maximum laden weight of 136 kg and a kerb weight of 15 kg, the Elan is well suited to a variety of uses.

The brakes are either mechanical Tektro M280 disc brakes or hydraulic C-Star Power disc brakes, depending on availability, and provide reliable braking power with 160 mm discs at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano EF500 shifter with a 3x8-speed system, complemented by a Shimano Tourney front derailleur and a KMC Z8 drivetrain. The Shimano crankset offers a gear ratio of 48/38/24 teeth, whilst the cassette features 12–32 teeth.

The SR Suntour NEX fork with 50 mm of travel ensures comfort on uneven roads. For safety in the dark, a Spanninga Brio LED front light and a Spanninga Vivo LED rear light with parking light function are fitted. The bike features aluminium low-riser handlebars with ergonomic Herrmans Clik grips, which provide additional comfort. The Bontrager Comp stem is Blendr-compatible and has a length of 80 mm.

The wheels consist of Bontrager Connection hollow-section rims with an inner width of 20 mm and are fitted with Bontrager H2 tyres featuring reflective strips. A Shimano hub dynamo supplies power to the lights. The saddle is a Selle Royal Vivo Moderate Ergo, mounted on a Bontrager aluminium seatpost.

Additional features include SKS plastic mudguards, a Pletscher Comp Flex 18 kickstand and a lightweight aluminium luggage rack with the MIK system, which is MIK-compatible. The bike’s geometry offers a comfortable riding position with a head tube angle of 70 degrees and a seat tube angle of 73 degrees. The bike’s dimensions are well thought out to ensure a pleasant riding experience, with a wheelbase of 109 cm and a top tube height of 66 cm.

Overall, the Diamant Elan is a well-equipped bike that impresses with its combination of high-quality components and well-thought-out design. It offers reliable performance across a wide range of riding conditions, making it an attractive option for cyclists looking for a dependable and versatile bike.