VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2001 Raleigh M40

Velopedia Archive ID 36161

Overview

Model year2001
BrandRaleigh
ModelM40
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID36161
Original MSRP$299.99
ColorsRocket Red, Silver Dollar
SizesLarge, medium, small, womens medium, womens small, xlarge, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkRST Omni CL
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Acera EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-10
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-40
CranksetShimano Tourney, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketCartridge
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 34 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum/resin w/clips and straps

Brakes

BrakesProMax linear-pull brakes, Shimano linear-pull levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless steel
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleSelle Stratos ATB
SeatpostAluminum, suspension

Wheels & tires

HubsAluminum O/S
RimsAlex Y-2000, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14g
Front tire26 x 1.95" multi-terrain
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 mm

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