VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Raleigh R700

Velopedia Archive ID 63307

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRaleigh
ModelR700
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID63307
Original MSRP$1,199.99
ColorsPearl white
Sizes50 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm
Weight22 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston Elan 3
ForkKinesis
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 115 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainKMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsWellgo RC-9701 clipless

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" aluminum
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemAluminum
SaddleSelle Bassano Vuelta, chromoly rails
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 600 Ultegra
RimsMavic CXP 14, 28-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Continental Super Sport Ultra
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube569 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center408.9 mm
Wheelbase990.6 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.