VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Raleigh R300

Velopedia Archive ID 81130

Overview

Model year1999
BrandRaleigh
ModelR300
Bicycle typeTouring
Archive ID81130
Original MSRP$649.99
ColorsUltra Red
Sizes17", 19", 21", 23"
Weight25 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkRaleigh
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano RSX Triple
ShiftersShimano RSX STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano RSX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano RSX GS
CranksetShimano RSX, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27, 118mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
ChainKMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-386

Brakes

BrakesTektro 915A brakes, Shimano RSX STI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tien Hsin TH-360
HandlebarModolo
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum
SaddleSelle Stratos Hyper Expert Duo-Compound
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Alivio
RimsWeinmann 2519, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 28c Michelin Tracer
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center447 mm
Wheelbase1064.3 mm
Fork offset / rake50.8 mm

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