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1997 Raleigh Retroglide Ultra
Original specifications: Shimano Nexus drivetrain · 26" wheels · 33 lb published weight.
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At a glance
Archive #62436- Model year
- 1997
- Category
- Cruiser
- Original MSRP
- $499.99
- Sizes
- 19"
- Colors
- Red/black
- Weight
- 33 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 24 specifications · original MSRP · geometry
Original build7005 aluminum · Shimano Nexus · 26" wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 7005 aluminum |
| Fork | Raleigh |
| Fork Material | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano Nexus |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Inter-7 ST-7S60 |
| Crankset | Tracer aluminum, 44 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Sealed cartridge, 122.5 mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 7-speed internal, 22 teeth |
| Chain | KMC HG-50, 1/2 x 1/8" |
| Pedals | Resin |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Nexus Roller brake/Shimano Altus front brakes, Shimano Alivio levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1" steel |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Cruiser Bend aluminum |
| Stem | Aluminum |
| Saddle | Raleigh Cruiser triple spring |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: Shimano RM-40, Rear: Shimano Nexus Roller brake |
|---|---|
| Rims | Vuelta VMC 1.2, 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
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 6 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 596.9 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 70° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 476.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1143 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44.4 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
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Parts & serviceability
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KMC HG-50
1/2 x 1/8"
26 x 2.125" classic whitewall
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Shimano Inter-7 ST-7S60
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- Front tire
- 26 x 2.125" classic whitewall
- Drivetrain
- 7-speed
- Seatpost diameter
- 27.2 mm
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Sealed cartridge, 122.5 mm spindle · 68mm English
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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: Group: Shimano Nexus · Shifters: Shimano Inter-7 ST-7S60 · Crankset: Tracer aluminum, 44 teeth · Bottom bracket: Sealed cartridge, 122.5 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 7-speed internal, 22 teeth · Chain: KMC HG-50, 1/2 x 1/8"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano Nexus Roller brake/Shimano Altus front brakes, Shimano Alivio levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Vuelta VMC 1.2, 36-hole · Hubs: Front: Shimano RM-40, Rear: Shimano Nexus Roller brake · Front tire: 26 x 2.125" classic whitewall
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1" steel · Handlebar: Cruiser Bend aluminum · Stem: Aluminum · Seatpost: Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter · Saddle: Raleigh Cruiser triple spring · Pedals: Resin
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