VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Raleigh R700

Velopedia Archive ID 84243

Overview

Model year1999
BrandRaleigh
ModelR700
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID84243
Original MSRP$1,299.99
ColorsMetamorphic Blue
Sizes50cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm
Weight20.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, butted
ForkKinesis Wedge
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite/aluminum, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Ultegra
ShiftersShimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Ultegra GS
CranksetShimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-6500, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo WPD-R1 clipless

Brakes

BrakesShimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tange-Seiki DX-2
HandlebarProfile Hammer
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum
SaddleSelle Italia Sphere FeC
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Ultegra
RimsMavic CXP 21, 32-hole
SpokesMarwi stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Axial Pro
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center408.9 mm
Wheelbase990.6 mm
Fork offset / rake45.7 mm

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