VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Raleigh M40

Velopedia Archive ID 87106

Overview

Model year1999
BrandRaleigh
ModelM40
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID87106
Original MSRP$314.99
ColorsAnthracite Grey, Ultra Red
Sizes14", 16", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Weight28 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, butted w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRaleigh
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano AceraX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-983

Brakes

BrakesTektro 824A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-379A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Victor VP-H94
HandlebarHsin Lung aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemLeadtec steel
SaddleSelle Stratos Hyper Plush w/Bumper Guard
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm 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" Kenda K-850
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 mm
Fork offset / rake39.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.