VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Raleigh M30

Velopedia Archive ID 64549

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRaleigh
ModelM30
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID64549
Original MSRP$239.99
ColorsGreen, red
Sizes14.5", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19"
Weight31.2 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
ForkRaleigh
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetTracer MA-4i, 22/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPB-33, 116 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleSella Stratos HyperPlush
SeatpostSteel micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsAluminum quick release
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" multi-terrain
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake44.4 mm

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