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1997 Raleigh Retroglide Ultra

Velopedia Archive ID 62436

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Raleigh
Model	Retroglide Ultra
Bicycle type	Cruiser
Archive ID	62436
Original MSRP	$499.99
Colors	Red/black
Sizes	19"
Weight	33 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum
Fork	Raleigh
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Nexus
Shifters	Shimano Inter-7 ST-7S60
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
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
Handlebar extensions	N/A
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

Geometry · 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

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 11, 2026.