VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Raleigh M55

Velopedia Archive ID 52090

Overview

Model year1996
BrandRaleigh
ModelM55
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID52090
Original MSRP$409.99
ColorsGreen
Sizes16.5", 18", 20", 22"
Weight29.8 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly, oversize
ForkSR DuoTrack 7006
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-100
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-943

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Lee Chi 319A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarHsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung MTS 369
SaddleSella Stratos HyperMTB
SeatpostLee Chi SP-204 alloy, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsVuelta Strong, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Kenda K-850
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube566.4 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center426.7 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake42 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.