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1995 Raleigh R600 · 1997 Raleigh R600

Specification1995 Raleigh R6001997 Raleigh R600
Overview
Model year19951997
BrandRaleighRaleigh
ModelR600R600
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlonRoad/sport
Archive ID3415668662
Original MSRP$999.99$899.99
ColorsCobalt candy blueRed
Sizes50 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm50 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm
Weight—22 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionWelded aluminumTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, double-butted7005 aluminum, butted
ForkKinesis USAKinesis
Fork materialAluminum, bonded, aero crownAluminum, bonded, aero crown
Rear shock—N/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano 105 STIShimano 105SC
ShiftersShimano 105 STI Dual ControlShimano 105SC STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 105SC, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mmShimano 105SC, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 105SCShimano 105SC GS
CranksetShimano 105 SC, 42/53 teethShimano 105SC, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracket—Shimano BB-UN52, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width—68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-908 w/clips and strapsAluminum cage w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano 105SC Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105SC leversShimano 105SC Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105SC levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Shimano RX-1001" aluminum
HandlebarHsin Lung Modolo bendAluminum
Handlebar extensionsN/AN/A
StemHsin Lung chromolyAluminum
SaddleVetta TTSelle Bassano Vuelta, chromoly rails
SeatpostPolygon PM-311, 27.2 mm diameterAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano 105SCShimano 105SC
RimsSun Metal M-13 II, 32-holeMavic CXP 10, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8 mm straight gaugeStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Hi Lite Comp700 x 23c Continental Super Sport Ultra
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1995 Raleigh R6001997 Raleigh R600
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle73°73°
Seat-tube angle72.5°72.5°
Chainstay / rear center410 mm408.9 mm
Wheelbase991 mm990.6 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm44.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.