1997 Raleigh M7000

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Rock Shox Judy C · Magnesium, triple-clamp crown

• Check paint damage, vent holes and accessible internal surfaces for corrosion. Look for dents, bent tubes and cracking around welded or brazed joints.

Archived: Fork: Rock Shox Judy C · Rear shock: Rock Shox Deluxe, 3.0" travel

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Inspect the shock shaft and seals, cycle the rear suspension through its travel and check for oil, air loss, binding or unusual top-out and bottom-out noises.
• Hold the rear brake and load the suspension from several directions. Check pivots, bearings and mounting hardware for knock, looseness or side play.
• Ask for dated fork, shock and pivot-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil, bushings or bearings.

Archived: Group: Shimano STX-RC/Alivio · Shifters: Grip Shift SRT-400i · Front derailleur: Shimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm · Rear derailleur: Shimano STX-RC · Crankset: Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-8 levers

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.

Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Vuelta VXC 2.2 Double Wall, 32-hole · Hubs: Shimano Alivio · Front tire: 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E · Handlebar: Aluminum · Stem: Aluminum · Seatpost: Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter · Saddle: Sella Stratos Hyper Pro · Pedals: Steel cage, resin body w/clips & straps

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.