Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Raleigh R700 · 2001 Raleigh R700
| Specification | 1997 Raleigh R700 | 2001 Raleigh R700 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 2001 |
| Brand | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| Model | R700 | R700 |
| Bicycle type | Road race & triathlon | Road race & triathlon |
| Archive ID | 63307 | 36094 |
| Original MSRP | $1,199.99 | $1,499.99 |
| Colors | Pearl white | Bright Yellow/Black Fade |
| Sizes | 50 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm | 47cm, 50cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 62cm |
| Weight | 22 lb | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Easton Elan 3 | 7005 aluminum, butted |
| Fork | Kinesis | Raleigh |
| Fork material | Carbon fiber composite, aero crown | Carbon fiber composite, aero crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano 600 Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Shifters | Shimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control | Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control |
| Front derailleur | Shimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm | Shimano Ultegra |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano 600 Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra SS |
| Crankset | Shimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth | Shimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 115 mm spindle | Shimano BB-5500 |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | — |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth | 9-speed, 11 - 23 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32" | Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo RC-9701 clipless | Wellgo WPD-R4 clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers | Shimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" aluminum | 1 1/8" threadless Tange Seiki aheadset |
| Handlebar | Aluminum | ITM Super Racing 330 |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | Not included |
| Stem | Aluminum | ITM Alutig |
| Saddle | Selle Bassano Vuelta, chromoly rails | Selle Italia Octavia Gel |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter | Aluminum micro-adjust |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano 600 Ultegra | Shimano WH-6500 |
| Rims | Mavic CXP 14, 28-hole | Shimano WH-6500, 16-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | Bladed |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples | — |
| Front tire | 700 x 23c Continental Super Sport Ultra | 700 x 23c Michelin Axial Pro |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels | 700c wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1997 Raleigh R700 | 2001 Raleigh R700 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 73° | 73° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72.5° | 72° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 408.9 mm | 408.9 mm |
| Wheelbase | 990.6 mm | 990.6 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 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.