Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 70542
| Model year | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Raleigh |
| Model | M-50 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 70542 |
| Original MSRP | $379.99 |
| Colors | LS Red, Spider Sand |
| Sizes | 14.5", 16.5", 18", 20", 22" |
| Weight | 29 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Chromoly, oversized |
| Fork | RST 260 |
| Fork material | Chromoly/aluminum, aluminum crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX |
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| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-4.0 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Shimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP27, 110.5mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | KMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin |
| Brakes | Tektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-378A levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" Tange-Seiki RBC-2 |
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| Handlebar | Aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Chromoly |
| Saddle | Selle Stratos Hyper Plush w/Bumper Guard |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.0mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano RM40 |
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| Rims | Weinmann 519, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" multi-terrain |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 565.1 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043.9 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.