2014 Raleigh Route 5.0 Womens

Archived: Frame: 6061 Aluminum · Fork: SR Suntour NEX HLO 63mm

• Look for dents or shape changes and inspect the edges of welds around the head tube, bottom bracket, seat cluster and suspension mounts for hairline cracks.

Archived: Fork: SR Suntour NEX HLO 63mm

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Shifters: Shimano ST-M310 · Front derailleur: Shimano FD-M310 · Rear derailleur: Shimano Alivio · Crankset: Shimano 28/38/48t · Bottom bracket: Sealed Cartridge Square Taper · Cassette: Shimano 8spd (11-32t) · Chain: KMC 8spd

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Tektro Novela

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.

Archived: Headset: Threadless 1-1/8" · Handlebar: Alloy 80mm Rise x 640mm · Stem: Raleigh Alloy Forged, 15? · Seatpost: Raleigh 100 Series 27.2x400mm · Saddle: Selle Royal Lookin

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.