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2005 Raleigh C40 · 2003 Raleigh C40

Specification2005 Raleigh C402003 Raleigh C40
Overview
Model year20052003
BrandRaleighRaleigh
ModelC40C40
Bicycle typeHybridHybrid
Archive ID1053739004
Original MSRP—$329.99
Colors—Black, Blue
Sizes—15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 16", womens 19"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialAtomic 13 aluminum6061 T6 aluminum
ForkSR Suntour CR870, 50mmSR Suntour CR870, 50mm travel
Fork materialAluminum, single crownAluminum, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupHybrid MixHybrid Mix
ShiftersShimano Revo RS-41Shimano Revo RS41A
Front derailleurShimano FD-C202Shimano C202, dual-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraShimano Acera
CranksetShimano FC-TX71, 28/38/48 teethShimano FC-C203, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridgeSealed cartridge
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainKMC Z82, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC Z82, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAvenir Comfort 2-DensityAvenir Comfort dual density
Brakes
BrakesTektro 845AL brakes, Tektro leversTektro 835A Linear Pull brakes, Tektro TS384A levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threaded1 1/8" threaded steel
HandlebarComfortSteel, 1" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum adjustableAluminum, adjustable
SaddleAvenir ComfortAvenir Cross coil spring
SeatpostAluminum suspension, 27.2mm diameterAluminum, suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsJoytech aluminum QRFront: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano FH-RM40
RimsAlex R-1000, 36-holeWeinmann Zac 20, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples—Brass nipples
Front tire700 x 40c Kenda K-192700 x 38c Kenda K-830
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2005 Raleigh C402003 Raleigh C40
Selected size / position—Legacy reference
Head-tube angle—71°
Seat-tube angle—73°
Chainstay / rear center—449.6 mm
Wheelbase—1056.6 mm
Fork offset / rake—45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.