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| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Raleigh |
| Model | F500 (Police) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 64428 |
| Original MSRP | $699.99 |
| Colors | Black |
| Sizes | 16", 18", 20", 22" |
| Weight | 32 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | 7005 aluminum |
| Fork | Rock Shox Quadra 5 |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E |
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| Handlebar | Aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Aluminum |
| Stem | Aluminum |
| Saddle | Sella Stratos Hyper Expert |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: Shimano STX-RC suspension, Rear: Shimano R080, silent clutch |
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| Rims | Weinmann Zac 21, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.90" Continental Town & Country |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 584.2 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1064.3 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.