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1997 Raleigh M200 · 1996 Raleigh M200

Specification1997 Raleigh M2001996 Raleigh M200
Overview
Model year19971996
BrandRaleighRaleigh
ModelM200M200
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspensionMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID6168659687
Original MSRP$429.99$499.99
ColorsPearl black, ultra red linearElectric blackened blue, Nu Carribean Linear
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22"16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight27.3 lb27.8 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedWelded aluminum
Frame material7005 aluminum7005 aluminum, oversize
ForkRaleighRaleigh
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano STX-RC/AlivioShimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400iGrip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mmShimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RCShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teethShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindleShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSteel cage, resin body w/clips & strapsWellgo LU-951 w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-8 leversShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Lee Chi GS1 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E1" Victor VP-H94
HandlebarAluminumLive Chin LCH-685A
Handlebar extensionsAluminumProfitting AH-02
StemAluminumHsin Lung MTS 118
SaddleSella Stratos Hyper ExpertSella Stratos HyperMTB
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameterLee Chi SP-202, 27.2 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano Alivio—
RimsVuelta VXC 2.2 Double Wall, 32-holeVuelta Strong, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gaugeChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Kenda K-857 Hammer26 x 2.10" Kenda K-857 Hammer
Rear tire26 x 2.10" Kenda K-867 Anvil26 x 2.10" Kenda K-867 Anvil
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1997 Raleigh M2001996 Raleigh M200
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73°73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm426.7 mm
Wheelbase1064.3 mm1064.3 mm
Fork offset / rake44.4 mm44.5 mm

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