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1997 Raleigh M50

Velopedia Archive ID 67912

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRaleigh
ModelM50
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID67912
Original MSRP$329.99
ColorsBlackened blue, green khrome/black
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18", 20", 22"
Weight29 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkRaleigh
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC/Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 22/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-8 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemChromoly
SaddleSella Stratos HyperPlush
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano RM-40
RimsVuelta VMC 1.2, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" 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.