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2006 Raleigh Companion · 2008 Raleigh Companion

Specification2006 Raleigh Companion2008 Raleigh Companion
Overview
Model year20062008
BrandRaleighRaleigh
ModelCompanionCompanion
Bicycle typeTandem (mountain)Tandem (cruiser)
Archive ID1094124142
Original MSRP$680.00$680.00
ColorsWheat/Black—
Sizes16.5"/19"16.5"/19"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialSteel/CRMO Comfort TandemChromoly/steel
ForkRaleighRaleigh
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component group—Tandem Mix
ShiftersSRAM SX.4SRAM SX4
Front derailleurShimano T-401Shimano C102
Rear derailleurSRAM SX5SRAM SX5
CranksetTruvativ 5D Tandem, 28/38/48 teethTruVativ Five-D Tandem, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed CartridgeSealed Cartridge
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
ChainKmcKMC UG50
PedalsComfort PlatformAvenir Comfort Platform
Brakes
BrakesTektro Alloy V-brake brakes, Tektro V-brake leversTektro Alloy brakes, Tektro V-brake levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless steelSteel
HandlebarSteel RiserComfort Riser
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemSteel/AlloySteel/Alloy
SaddleAvenir Deluxe ComfortAvenir Deluxe Comfort
SeatpostAluminum suspensionAlloy Suspension
Wheels & tires
HubsFront: Alloy QR, Rear: Shimano RM30Front: Joytech Alloy QR, Rear: Shimano RM30 Cassette
RimsAlex DM-21, 36-holeAlex DM21, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless Steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda ComfortKenda Comfort w/K-shield
Wheel size26" wheels—

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 8, 2026.