Diamond Back/DBR serial numbers

[bikefiend]

Hi guys, I have found what appears to be an Axis TT frame circa 93/94 but the serial number is DB not DBR. I'd really appreciate any guidance on this and if the Axis was ever released as Diamond Back branded and not DBR. On a side note I see most Axis TTs have decals for DBR, maybe they are not accurate either? Thanks for any assist, Rich

[sbsbiker]

My DBR Ti ser# DBR18213. From '94.

[bikefiend]

My DBR Ti ser# DBR18213. From '94.

Thanks mate, more photos received and is actually a dbr sn, assuming it's from the same bike, so we are good to go. Sn dbr 18244, very similar so guessing 94 also. Thanks for the help,

Rich

[muddybuddy]

I'm confused what exactly you are asking for. Aren't Diamond Back and DBR (Diamond Back Racing) the same thing?

[bikefiend]

Yes and no - they are related but different, the old inhouse racing division, some air of exclusivity etc. The DBR ti frames had a specific DBR prefix on the serial number, meaning that if the frame had one starting with only DB, it's authenticity would be questionable. But the owner was a bit poor in their comprehension skills is all.

[Vader]

Polished or matte? Decal color helps too. I had a '95 and I think the serial #'s are Sandvik specific.

[bikefiend]

It's brushed with triple cable guide on the TT rhs, I thought that indicated 93/94? Given its ~30 bikes later than the 94 model listed above, I'm guessing its 94. Must have been limite production given they're on other sides of the world.