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1997 Raleigh Mountain Scout (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 69162

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Raleigh
Model	Mountain Scout (01)
Bicycle type	Juvenile
Archive ID	69162
Original MSRP	$199.99
Colors	Blue
Sizes	Boys
Weight	29 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Raleigh
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Tourney TY-22
Shifters	Grip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-22
Crankset	Prowheel S-301, 28/38/46 teeth
Bottom bracket	Victor VPB-33, 126 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Resin

Brakes

Brakes	Aluminum cantilever brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" steel
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Steel
Saddle	Sella Stratos HyperSoft
Seatpost	Steel, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Steel, nutted
Rims	Weinmann 519, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	24 x 2.00" multi-terrain
Wheel size	24" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	500.4 mm
Head-tube angle	69°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	408.9 mm
Wheelbase	970.3 mm
Fork offset / rake	50.8 mm

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