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- Atomic 13 Aluminum
- Groupset
- Cruiser Mix
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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 NX3 and 2007 Raleigh Retroglide NX3.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2006 Raleigh Retroglide NX3
2007 Raleigh Retroglide NX3
Overview
Model Year
2006
2007
Brand
Raleigh
Raleigh
Model
Retroglide NX3
Retroglide NX3
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$395.00
Not documented
Colors
Blue/Black
Blue/Black
Sizes
18", 17"L
18", women's 18
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Atomic 13 Aluminum
Atomic 13 Aluminum
Fork
Raleigh
Raleigh Springer
Fork Material
Steel, unicrown crown
Steel
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Cruiser Mix
Shifters
Sturmey Archer
Shimano
Crankset
One-piece, 46 teeth
Raleigh Heron, 46 teeth
Bottom Bracket
8pc Loose Ball
8pc Loose Ball
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 22 teeth
3-speed internal, 22 teeth
Chain
KMC Z510
KMC Z510
Pedals
Cruiser Platform
Cruiser Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster Brake
Coaster Brake
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threaded
1 1/8" threadless steel
Handlebar
Steel Cruiser 700x80mm
Steel Cruiser style
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy Cruiser 2-bolt clamp
Alloy 2-bolt
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, Rear: Sturmey Archer Alloy Internal 3spd
Front: Alloy Joytech, Rear: Shimano Internal 3spd
Rims
Alex Zuma, 36-hole
Alex Zuma, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
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.