Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1993 Raleigh MT 500

Velopedia Archive ID 44855

Overview

Model year	1993
Brand	Raleigh
Model	MT 500
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	44855
Original MSRP	$870.00
Sizes	13, 15, 17, 19, 21
Weight	25.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	Bonded aluminum
Frame material	7005 DB OS aluminum/Prestige
Fork	Tange Big Fork AheadSet

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore LX Rapidfire Plus
Shifters	Shimano Deore LX Rapidfire Plus
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Crankset	Shimano Deore LX, 26/36/46 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG70
Pedals	Tioga Surefoot 6 w/ Clips & Straps

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Deore LX brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Kalloy "UNO" Aluminum
Stem	Kalloy "Uno" Aluminum Aheadset type
Saddle	Vetta SL leather Cover
Seatpost	Kalloy "UNO" Aluminum

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore LX
Rims	Sun Metal CR-16, 32-hole
Front tire	26 x 2.10" Ritchey Megabite
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	571.5 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	425.4 mm
Fork offset / rake	38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.