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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2009 Raleigh Retro 20 is Cruiser; 2010 Raleigh Retro 20 is Kids.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Raleigh Retro 20 and 2010 Raleigh Retro 20.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Ratio2.00:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
Uses front tire 20×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.
Ratio2.00:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
Uses front tire 20×2.125; 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
2009 Raleigh Retro 20
2010 Raleigh Retro 20
Overview
Model Year
2009
2010
Brand
Raleigh
Raleigh
Model
Retro 20
Retro 20
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Juvenile
Original MSRP
$220.00
Not documented
Colors
Raspberry
Light Pink
Sizes
Girls
20" girls
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Hi-tensile steel
Hi-tensile steel
Fork
Raleigh Cruiser
Raleigh Cruiser
Fork Material
Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cruiser Mix
Cruiser Mix
Crankset
Steel, 36 teeth
Steel, 36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
8pc Loose Ball
8pc Loose Ball
Cassette
Cog
Cog
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 18 teeth
1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain
KMC Z410, 1/2 x 1/8"
KMC Z410
Pedals
Jr Resin platform
Jr Resin platform
Brakes
Brakes
None front/coaster brake rear
None front/coaster brake rear
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" threaded steel
1" threaded
Handlebar
Steel Cruiser
Steel Cruiser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy Quill
Alloy Quill
Saddle
Jr. Cruiser w/Steel Springs
Jr. Cruiser w/Steel Springs
Seatpost
Steel pillar, 25.4mm diameter
Steel pillar, 25.4mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Steel Nutted, Rear: Steel Nutted Coaster
Front: Steel Nutted, Rear: Steel Nutted Coaster
Rims
Alloy, 36-hole
Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes
14ga. (2.0mm)
14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
20 x 2.125" Cruiser Whitewall
20 x 2.125" Cruiser Whitewall
Wheel Size
20" wheels
20" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.