Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1993 Raleigh M40 · 1997 Raleigh M40
| Specification | 1993 Raleigh M40 | 1997 Raleigh M40 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1993 | 1997 |
| Brand | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| Model | M40 | M40 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 44605 | 60315 |
| Original MSRP | $308.00 | $279.99 |
| Colors | — | Dark blue, red |
| Sizes | 13.5, 15.5, 17.5, 19.5. Womens: 17, 19. | 14.5", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19" |
| Weight | 30 lb | 30.5 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | High-tensile/chrome-moly steel | Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | OS high-tensile steel | Raleigh |
| Fork material | — | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | — | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Altus C20 | Shimano Alivio/AceraX |
| Shifters | Shimano Altus C20 Rapidfire | Grip Shift MRX-170 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Altus C20 | Shimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Altus C20 | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Shimano Tourney, 28/38/48 teeth | Shimano Altus, 22/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | — | Sealed cartridge, 116 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC HP-20 | KMC SS-70S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin Mtn. Sport | Resin |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Lee Chi alloy brakes, levers | Shimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | — | 1" steel |
| Handlebar | Steel Rise Blk | Steel |
| Handlebar extensions | — | Not included |
| Stem | TIG Bulge Style OS | Steel |
| Saddle | Lycra Raleigh | Sella Stratos HyperPlush |
| Seatpost | Steel Blk 300mm | Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: King Kong 337, Rear: King Kong alloy | Shimano RM-40 |
| Rims | Araya MP-22, 36-hole | Weinmann 519, 36-hole |
| Spokes | — | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | — | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin | 26 x 2.00" multi-terrain |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1993 Raleigh M40 | 1997 Raleigh M40 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 70° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 436.9 mm | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1043.9 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45.7 mm | 44.4 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.