Bicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Raleigh M20 · 1996 Raleigh M20
| Specification | 1997 Raleigh M20 | 1996 Raleigh M20 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1996 |
| Brand | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| Model | M20 | M20 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 69904 | 54082 |
| Original MSRP | $199.99 | $209.99 |
| Colors | Blue, purple, red | Cyprus green/blue Doppler, Evening Fuchsia Doppler, Opulent Black Doppler |
| Sizes | 12", 14.5", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19" | 14.5", 16.5", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19" |
| Weight | 30.5 lb | 30.5 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel | Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| Fork material | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Tourney TY-22 | Shimano Tourney TY-22 |
| Shifters | Grip Shift MRX-100 | Shimano Tourney TY-22 top-mount |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Tourney TY-22 | Shimano Tourney TY-22 |
| Crankset | Tracer MY-1i, 28/38/48 teeth | Tracer, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Ball and Cup 7-piece, 119 mm spindle | Victor VPBC-50P, 120 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth | 6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin | Wellgo LU-943 |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Aluminum cantilever brakes, aluminum levers | Lee Chi 749A brakes, Lee Chi 319A levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" steel | 1" Victor VP-H67 |
| Handlebar | Steel | Live Chin LCH-685S |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Steel | Live Chin LCS-739N |
| Saddle | Sella Stratos HyperSoft | Sella Stratos HyperSoft |
| Seatpost | Pillar, 26.0 mm diameter | Hsin Lung SP-200, 26.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: steel, Q/R, Rear: steel, nutted | — |
| Rims | Rigida AS-26, 36-hole | Weinmann 519, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.00" multi-terrain | 26 x 2.00" Duro |
| 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 M20 | 1996 Raleigh M20 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1043.9 mm | 1043.9 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44.4 mm | 44.5 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.