VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Raleigh M80

Velopedia Archive ID 60565

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRaleigh
ModelM80
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID60565
Original MSRP$499.99
ColorsGreen, silver
Sizes16.5", 18", 20", 22"
Weight28.3 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC/Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 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"
PedalsSteel cage, resin body w/clips & straps

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" threadless Tange-Seiki
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsAluminum
StemAluminum
SaddleSella Stratos Hyper Pro
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Alivio, Rear: Shimano Alivio/silent clutch
RimsVuelta VXC 2.2 Double Wall, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-857 Hammer, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-867 Anvil
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 / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 21, 2026.