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1995 Raleigh C40 · 1997 Raleigh C40

Specification1995 Raleigh C401997 Raleigh C40
Overview
Model year19951997
BrandRaleighRaleigh
ModelC40C40
Bicycle typeHybridCity/commuter
Archive ID2907366420
Original MSRP$289.99$289.99
ColorsGold/green dopplerChampagne khrome pearl, opal blue pearl
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 16", womens 19"15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 16", womens 19"
Weight—29 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-welded steelTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly seat tube / hi-tensile steelChromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
Fork—Raleigh
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock—N/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano Altus C90Shimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-100Grip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Altus C90, bottom-pull/bottom bracket mountShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Altus C90Shimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Altus C90, 24/32/48 teethShimano Altus, 22/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracket—Sealed cartridge, 116 mm spindle
BB shell width—68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC SS-70S, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsWellgo Hi-Impact resin, toe-clip attachableResin
Brakes
BrakesShimano Altus C90 brakes, Lee Chi 319A leversShimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Tien Hsin TH steel1" steel
HandlebarSteelSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot includedN/A
StemSteelSteel
SaddleVetta SESella Stratos HyperPlush
SeatpostLee Chi alloy SP-204, 26.0 mm diameterAluminum micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano AceraXShimano RM-40
RimsWeinmann 217, 36-holeWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8 mm straight gaugeStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c Kenda Directional skinwall700 x 38c multi-terrain
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1995 Raleigh C401997 Raleigh C40
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73°73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm431.8 mm
Wheelbase1038.9 mm1041.4 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.