Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1998 Raleigh Retroglide 1 · 2002 Raleigh Retroglide 1
| Specification | 1998 Raleigh Retroglide 1 | 2002 Raleigh Retroglide 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1998 | 2002 |
| Brand | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| Model | Retroglide 1 | Retroglide 1 |
| Bicycle type | Cruiser | Cruiser |
| Archive ID | 79760 | 91342 |
| Original MSRP | $219.99 | $199.99 |
| Colors | Lapis Blue Metallic w/Cream, Ruby Red w/Cream | Red, Silver |
| Sizes | Mens, womens | Medium, womens small |
| Weight | 32.75 lb | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Hi-tensile steel | Hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Raleigh Cruiser | Raleigh |
| Fork material | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | N/A | N/A |
| Shifters | N/A | N/A |
| Front derailleur | N/A | N/A |
| Rear derailleur | N/A | N/A |
| Crankset | 1-piece 6 1/2", 46 teeth | 1-piece 170mm, 46 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | One piece | Loose ball, one-piece spindle |
| BB shell width | American 24tpi | American |
| Rear cogs | 1-speed, 20 teeth | 1-speed, 20 teeth |
| Chain | KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8" | KMC Z-410, 1/2 x 1/8" |
| Pedals | Victor Barefoot | Victor VP-805 |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | KT coaster brake | Coaster brake rear |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Victor VP-H67 | 1" steel |
| Handlebar | Cruiser Bend | Hi-tensile steel |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | N/A |
| Stem | Steel/aluminum | Steel |
| Saddle | Comfort Cruiser w/coil springs | Velo Cruiser w/coil springs |
| Seatpost | Pillar, steel, 25.6mm diameter | Pillar, steel, 25.6mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Joy Tech Big steel, nutted | Front: aluminum, nutted, Rear: steel, coaster brake |
| Rims | Weinmann 519, 36-hole | Alex X-101, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Sha-Dar stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.125" classic whitewall | 26 x 2.125" Kenda K-80 |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1998 Raleigh Retroglide 1 | 2002 Raleigh Retroglide 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 72° | 68° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72° | 70° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 476.2 mm | 480.1 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1104.9 mm | 1104.9 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 15, 2026.