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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Raleigh Special and 2009 Raleigh Special.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Ratio2.30:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.
Ratio2.30:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
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 Special
2009 Raleigh Special
Overview
Model Year
2006
2009
Brand
Raleigh
Raleigh
Model
Special
Special
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$220.00
$285.00
Colors
Black, Rose
Black (M), Perriblue (W)
Sizes
18", 17"L
18", womens 16"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Steel
Steel
Fork
Raleigh
Raleigh Cruiser
Fork Material
Steel, unicrown crown
Steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Cruiser Mix
Crankset
3-piece, 46 teeth
Raleigh Heron, 46 teeth
Bottom Bracket
8pc Loose Ball
8pc Loose Ball
Cassette
—
Cog
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 20 teeth
1-speed, 20 teeth
Chain
KMC Z510
KMC Z510, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals
Cruiser Platform
Cruiser Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster Brake
None front/coaster brake rear
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threaded
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
Raleigh Cruiser Deluxe
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy Joytech, Rear: Alloy Joytech Coaster
Front: Alloy Joytech, Rear: KT coaster brake
Rims
Alex Zuma, 36-hole
Cruiser, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.125" Kenda Cruiser
26 x 2.125" Kenda cruiser
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.