Lowest1.08:1
Highest4.18:1
Total range386%
Estimated speed At 90 RPM
Lowest gear
Highest gear
Uses front tire 700C×28; rear size isn’t listed.
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1997 Raleigh R300
Original specifications: Shimano RSX drivetrain · 700c wheels · 24 lb published weight.
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At a glance
Archive #67541- Model year
- 1997
- Category
- Touring
- Original MSRP
- $599.99
- Sizes
- 17", 19", 21", 23"
- Colors
- Green
- Weight
- 24 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 26 specifications · original MSRP · geometry
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Identification clues
1997 archived details
- Published colors
- Green
- Frame
- 7005 aluminum
- Original equipment
- Shimano RSX
Clues, not proof of model year. Colors vary and components may have been replaced.
Original build7005 aluminum · Shimano RSX · 700c wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 7005 aluminum |
| Fork | Raleigh |
| Fork Material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano RSX |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano RSX STI Dual Control |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano RSX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano RSX GS |
| Crankset | Shimano RSX, 26/36/46 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 24 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano RSX levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1" aluminum |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Aluminum |
| Stem | Chromoly |
| Saddle | Sella Stratos Hyper Expert |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Shimano Alivio |
|---|---|
| Rims | Weinmann Zac 19, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 700 x 28c Continental Super Sport |
| Wheel Size | 700c wheels |
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Geometry
Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.
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Size
Measurement
Measurement
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 6 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 553.7 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059.2 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 50.8 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Gearing results
| Measure | Original | Your setup |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest ratio | — | — |
| Highest ratio | — | — |
| Total range | — | — |
| Lowest-gear speed | — | — |
| Highest-gear speed | — | — |
Speeds are estimates. These calculations do not establish component compatibility or available tire clearance.
Parts & serviceability
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700 x 28c Continental Super Sport
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Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V Clincher Tire Black, 700x28
700x28c
Replacement option
Other replacement options (1)
Specialized SW Mondo 2Bliss Tire Black, 700x28
700x28c
Replacement option
Continental Super Sport on eBaySponsored links
Aluminum micro-adjust
27.2 mm diameter
Retailer offers
Race Face Ride XC Seatpost Black, 27.2x375mm
Replacement option
Shimano BB-LP26
118 mm spindle
More parts (2)Fewer parts
Shimano RSX
26/36/46 teeth
Shimano Alivio
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Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- 700 x 28c Continental Super Sport
- Drivetrain
- 7-speed
- Seatpost diameter
- 27.2 mm
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle · 68mm English
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Raleigh · Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Shimano RSX · Shifters: Shimano RSX STI Dual Control · Front derailleur: Shimano RSX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm · Rear derailleur: Shimano RSX GS · Crankset: Shimano RSX, 26/36/46 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 7-speed, 11 - 24 teeth · Chain: KMC SS-91S, 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano RSX levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 700c wheels · Rims: Weinmann Zac 19, 36-hole · Hubs: Shimano Alivio · Front tire: 700 x 28c Continental Super Sport
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1" aluminum · Handlebar: Aluminum · Stem: Chromoly · Seatpost: Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter · Saddle: Sella Stratos Hyper Expert · Pedals: Aluminum cage w/clips & straps
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