VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2002 Raleigh R500

Velopedia Archive ID 91294

Overview

Model year2002
BrandRaleigh
ModelR500
Bicycle typeRoad/sport
Archive ID91294
Original MSRP$879.99
ColorsWhite/Yellow
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRaleigh
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupRoad Mix
ShiftersShimano Tiagra STI
Front derailleurShimano Tiagra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano 105 GS
CranksetShimano Tiagra Triple, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridge, 118mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 13 - 25 teeth
ChainKMC Z-9200, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo WPD-R4 clipless

Brakes

BrakesShimano Sora Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tien Hsin TH-888
HandlebarAluminum drop bar
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum threadless
SaddleVelo
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Tiagra
RimsAlex DA-28, 32-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Axial Kevlar
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube574 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center403.9 mm
Wheelbase995.7 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.