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2003 Raleigh Talus

Velopedia Archive ID 38997

Overview

Model year2003
BrandRaleigh
ModelTalus
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID38997
Original MSRP$1,089.99
ColorsSutton Black
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Pilot SL, 80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT
CranksetShimano Deore FC-M572, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-ES30
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainSRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M505 SPD

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore M525 hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano Deore M525 hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Zero Stack Threadless Tien Hsin ZST retainer bearing
HandlebarRitchey Comp
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemRitchey Comp
SaddleWTB SST Speed V Comp
SeatpostRitchey Comp, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsWTB SpeedDisc XC
RimsWTB SpeedDisc, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB Weirwolf
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

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