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1998 Raleigh M-40

Velopedia Archive ID 71663

Overview

Model year1998
BrandRaleigh
ModelM-40
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID71663
Original MSRP$309.99
ColorsInk Blue, Ivy Green
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18", 20", 22", 24", womens 16", womens 19"
Weight29 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialX-tra Large Oversize One-Tube Chromoly
ForkRaleigh ATB
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-CT91, 116mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleSelle Stratos Hyper Plush w/Bumper Guard
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano RM40
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" multi-terrain
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 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 26, 2026.