Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Raleigh M7000 · 1996 Raleigh M7000
| Specification | 1997 Raleigh M7000 | 1996 Raleigh M7000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1996 |
| Brand | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| Model | M7000 | M7000 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 61936 | 50098 |
| Original MSRP | $799.99 | $849.99 |
| Colors | Green khrome/black, ultra blue/black | Flash Point Platinum/Stealth black, Mongo Mango/Stealth black |
| Sizes | 16", 18", 20" | 16", 18", 20" |
| Weight | 28.8 lb | 29.8 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | Chromoly, butted | Chromoly, butted |
| Fork | Rock Shox Judy C | Rock Shox Quadra 5 |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | Rock Shox Deluxe, 3.0" travel | Raleigh 3XE CNC-machined elastomer, 2.25" travel |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC/Alivio | Shimano STX |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-400i | Grip Shift SRT-300i |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Steel cage, resin body w/clips & straps | Wellgo LU-951 w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-8 levers | Shimano STX M-System brakes, Lee Chi GS1 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E | 1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki STE |
| Handlebar | Aluminum | Live Chin LCH-685A |
| Handlebar extensions | Aluminum | Profitting AH-02 |
| Stem | Aluminum | Sameness alloy |
| Saddle | Sella Stratos Hyper Pro | Selle San Marco Tecno Dynamica |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter | Lee Chi SP-202, 26.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano Alivio | — |
| Rims | Vuelta VXC 2.2 Double Wall, 32-hole | Bontrager BCX-3, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | Chung Nan stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC | 26 x 2.10" IRC PiranhaPro TC |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1997 Raleigh M7000 | 1996 Raleigh M7000 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm | 426.7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1061.7 mm | 1061.7 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.