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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2013 Raleigh Classic Roadster is City & Commuter; 2012 Raleigh Classic Roadster is Hybrid.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2013 Raleigh Classic Roadster and 2012 Raleigh Classic Roadster.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2013 Raleigh Classic Roadster
2012 Raleigh Classic Roadster
Overview
Model Year
2013
2012
Brand
Raleigh
Raleigh
Model
Classic Roadster
Classic Roadster
Bicycle Type
City/Commuter
Hybrid/Comfort
Original MSRP
$600.00
$550.00
Colors
Black
Black
Sizes
S, M, L
S, S/M, M, M/L, L
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Material
Steel
steel
Fork
Steel
4130 Chromoly
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Revo
Shimano Nexus 3spd
Crankset
Alloy 42t
SR Suntour 42t
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge
sealed cartridge
Cassette
20T
Shimano 20t
Rear Cogs
1x3 Speeds
—
Chain
KMC Z82
KMC Z-82
Pedals
Wellgo M21
Wellgo M21
Brakes
Brakes
Dual Pivot
Tektro Dual Pivot Long Reach
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8 Threaded
1 1/8 threaded
Handlebar
Alloy Riser Bar
Alloy 65mm Riser
Stem
Alloy Quill
Alloy quill
Saddle
Classic Comfort
Classic Comfort
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust
Alloy 27.2
Wheels & Tires
Rims
—
Weinmann XC260
Front Tire
Vittoria Randonneur 700x32c
Vittoria Randonneur 700x32c
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.