WHY Raleigh Diablo Pro?
1. it's Raleigh - a trusted bicycle brand
2. hydroformed alloy body - very light, wont get exhausted so easily when cycling
3. disc brake - better and more grip
4. shimano EZ-fire shifter - trusted brand for gear,smooth shift
5. shimano crankset - good and tough
6. SR Suntour fork - very good suspension for a basic MTB
7. high durability for off-roads
8. thick n big tires - will not easily get pierced by sharp stuffs on the road
so i've listed the reasons why you should get raleigh diablo pro...i dont know about the down side of this bike because im not an expert on bicycle...but anyhow...to have a bike, you have to really really take care of it....bicycle needs an extra care...even harder to maintain a bicycle rather than a motor...you need a lube and lubricate every screw exist and every pivot point on the bike to avoid from getting rusty...need to lubricate them at least once a week and after you wash your bike...also don't forget to lubricate your bike's chain...if you accidentally get caught in the rain while cycling...when you get home,immediately dry up your bike and lubricate important parts but....BUT do not lubricate your disc brakes or normal brakes..i've been using this bike for a month...its very comfortable and i have to say this...this bike rock my socks! i have 2 bikes at home...1 is my raleigh and another is my dad's bike..its a china made bike named catbike...i've tried both and i have to tell you that both have their differences...although catbike tried to copy every inch of the raleigh and they provide shimano gear shift and disc brake...they still cant compete with raleigh...in terms of speed cat bike are kinda slow even when going downhill without pedaling, catbike cant take over raleigh...and in terms of weight, catbike is heavier hence its easier for you to get exhausted... well thats all for the review...if you plan to buy a bike and if you plan to buy a made in china bike...i advise you to keep a little bit more money and go get the Raleigh Diablo Pro...you will never regret it... =)