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1998 Raleigh M-80

Velopedia Archive ID 72534

Overview

Model year1998
BrandRaleigh
ModelM-80
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID72534
Original MSRP$549.95
ColorsRed Khrome, Silver Lining
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight27 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Indy SL
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-6.0
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27, 110.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainKMC SS-82, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin body/aluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesTektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-378A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki RBC-2
HandlebarAluminum, butted
Handlebar extensionsAluminum, ski bend
StemAluminum
SaddleSelle Stratos Hyper Pro
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX-RC
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" IRC PiranhaPro
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.