Viper Diamondback vs Viper Diablo (2015)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Viper Diamondbackstacks up against the Viper Diablo. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Viper Diamondback | Viper Diablo |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2015 | 2009 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 2491 cc | 2491 cc |
| Torque | 216 Nm | — |
| Weight | 299 kg | 272 kg |
| Seat height | 24 mm | 24 mm |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 4-piston, chromed | Single disc. 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. 4-piston caliper |
| Tires | 120/70-21 / 260/40-18 | 130/70-18 / 260/40-18 |
Viper Diamondback vs Viper Diablo — which should you buy?
Picking between the Viper Diamondback and the Viper Diablo usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Viper Diamondback brings its published horsepower in a 299 kg package, while the Viper Diablo counters with its own power figure at 272 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: