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2003 Raleigh C500

Velopedia Archive ID 39007

Overview

Model year	2003
Brand	Raleigh
Model	C500
Bicycle type	Hybrid
Archive ID	39007
Original MSRP	$549.99
Colors	Green/Silver
Sizes	15", 17", 19", 21", 23"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum, double-butted
Fork	Rock Shox Metro Mag, 50mm travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Hybrid Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore LX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX SGS
Crankset	Shimano Deore FC-M510L, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Sealed cartridge
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	SRAM PC-49, 1/2 X 3/32"
Pedals	Avenir Cross resin

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro 829A brakes, Tektro Tenera levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless steel
Handlebar	Steel, 1" rise
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Aluminum, adjustable
Saddle	Avenir Cross resin
Seatpost	Aluminum, suspension, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano HB-RM40
Rims	Alex AL-DM18, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	700 x 32c Kenda K-830
Wheel size	700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	566.4 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	449.6 mm
Wheelbase	1071.9 mm
Fork offset / rake	38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.