Ratio2.30:1
Estimated speed At 90 RPM
Gear
Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.
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1997 Raleigh Retroglide
Original specifications: 26" wheels · 33 lb published weight · legacy reference geometry.
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At a glance
Archive #60194- Model year
- 1997
- Category
- Cruiser
- Original MSRP
- $189.99
- Sizes
- Mens, womens
- Colors
- Classic black/cream, Classic Green/Cream
- Weight
- 33 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 22 specifications · original MSRP · geometry
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Identification clues
1997 archived details
- Published colors
- Classic black/cream, Classic Green/Cream
- Frame
- Hi-tensile steel
- Original equipment
- N/A
Clues, not proof of model year. Colors vary and components may have been replaced.
Original buildHi-tensile steel · 26" wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Raleigh |
| Fork Material | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
Drivetrain
| Crankset | 1-piece 6 1/2", 46 teeth |
|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket | One piece |
| BB Shell Width | American 24tpi |
| Rear Cogs | 1-speed, 20 teeth |
| Chain | KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8" |
| Pedals | Resin |
Brakes
| Brakes | Coaster brake |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1" steel |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Cruiser Bend |
| Stem | Aluminum |
| Saddle | Cruiser w/springs |
| Seatpost | Steel, 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: Kung Ten steel, nutted, Rear: Kung Ten coaster brake |
|---|---|
| Rims | Rigida AS-26, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 26 x 2.125" classic whitewall |
| Wheel Size | 26" 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 | 552.4 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 476.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1104.9 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44.4 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
Find replacement parts
26 x 2.125" classic whitewall
Replacement search: 26x2.125 bicycle tire Before ordering: Check rim type and tire clearance.
Steel
22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameter
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Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- 26 x 2.125" classic whitewall
- Drivetrain
- 1-speed
- Seatpost diameter
- 22.2 mm
- Bottom bracket / shell
- One piece · American 24tpi
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Raleigh · Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Crankset: 1-piece 6 1/2", 46 teeth · Bottom bracket: One piece · Rear cogs: 1-speed, 20 teeth · Chain: KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Coaster brake
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Rigida AS-26, 36-hole · Hubs: Front: Kung Ten steel, nutted, Rear: Kung Ten coaster brake · Front tire: 26 x 2.125" classic whitewall
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1" steel · Handlebar: Cruiser Bend · Stem: Aluminum · Seatpost: Steel, 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameter · Saddle: Cruiser w/springs · Pedals: Resin
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