VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Raleigh M50

Velopedia Archive ID 80630

Overview

Model year1999
BrandRaleigh
ModelM50
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID80630
Original MSRP$314.99
ColorsLunar Blue, Slate Black
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18", 20", 22", 24"
Weight32 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
ForkRST 260, 2.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersShimano Altus EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-CT92, 116mm 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, Shimano 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, 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" Kenda K-850
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube563.9 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1036.3 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 October 18, 2026.