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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Raleigh Retroglide 7 and 2009 Raleigh Retroglide 7.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.64:1Highest3.29:1Total range200%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.64:1Highest3.29:1Total range200%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2006 Raleigh Retroglide 7
2009 Raleigh Retroglide 7
Overview
Model Year
2006
2009
Brand
Raleigh
Raleigh
Model
Retroglide 7
Retroglide 7
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$295.00
$385.00
Colors
Grey, Orange
Black w/Gold Fenders (M), Black w/Silver Fenders (M), Gold w/Cream Fenders (W), Purple w/Light Purple Fenders (W)
Sizes
18", 17"L
18", womens 16"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Atomic 13 Aluminum
Atomic 13 Aluminum
Fork
Raleigh
Raleigh Cruiser
Fork Material
Steel, unicrown crown
Steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Cruiser Mix
Shifters
Shimano Revo
Shimano SL-RS41 Revo Twist
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-TX30
Shimano TX-31
Crankset
One-piece, 46 teeth
Raleigh Heron, 46 teeth
Bottom Bracket
8pc Loose Ball
8pc Loose Ball
Cassette
—
Shimano MF-TZ21
Rear Cogs
7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-IG31
KMC Z51, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Cruiser Platform
Cruiser Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V 120mm brakes, Tektro V-brake levers
Tektro brakes, Tektro V-brake levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threaded steel
1 1/8" threaded steel
Handlebar
Steel Cruiser 700x80mm
Steel Cruiser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy Cruiser 2-bolt clamp
Alloy Cruiser
Saddle
Raleigh Cruiser Deluxe
Raleigh Cruiser Deluxe
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy Joytech QR, Rear: Alloy Joytech
Front: Alloy Joytech, Rear: Alloy Joytech Freewheel
Rims
Alex R-1000, 36-hole
Alex X303, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.125" Kenda Cruiser whitewall
26 x 2.125" Kenda Cruiser whitewall
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.