Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Raleigh Rave

Velopedia Archive ID 80509

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Raleigh
Model	Rave
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	80509
Original MSRP	$194.99
Colors	Infrared Matte
Sizes	Expert
Weight	33 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Raleigh
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece 6 1/2", 43 teeth
Bottom bracket	Victor VPB-35
BB shell width	American
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Wellgo LU-967

Brakes

Brakes	APSE MX-2000A rear brakes, Lee Chi 325A rear levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Victor VP-H755
Handlebar	Leadtec steel
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Leadtec aluminum
Saddle	Velo VL-210
Seatpost	Meng Jing MSP-12, 26.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	WS-321
Rims	Alex VP-20, 48-hole
Spokes	Shun Jiu UCP, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	20 x 1.95" Kenda K-841
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	518.2 mm
Head-tube angle	72.5°
Seat-tube angle	69°
Chainstay / rear center	401.3 mm
Wheelbase	939.8 mm
Fork offset / rake	30.5 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 12, 2026.