Raleigh Gruv 2 2006 Technical specs and features

Brand Raleigh
Model Gruv 2
First production 2006
Bike category Commuter
Bike sub-category Comfort Commuter
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Parts And Accessories Raleigh Gruv 2 Parts   
Available Sizes - Universal


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 1.95 (inches) Kenda Comfort
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano ST-EF29 EZ Fire STI Levers
Tektro Aluminum Linear-pull Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Rear: Shimano RM30
Front: Alloy Joytech QR
Rims manufacturer 36-hole
Alex R-1000
Spoke nipples typeNot Available
Spoke wheel 14ga. Straight Gauge
Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materialsAtomic 13 Aluminum
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionComfort Riser
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsAlloy Adjustable
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Integrated

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chainKMC Z82
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeSealed Cartridge
Crankset parts and sizes 28/38/48 Teeth
Shimano TX-71
Gear shift leversShimano ST-EF29 EZ Fire STI
Rear gear set 11 - 34 Teeth
8-speed

Raleigh Gruv 2 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano FD-C102
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Acera
Fork material Single Crown
Aluminum
Fork type 63 (millimeters) Travel
SR NEX-4000

Other Specs of Raleigh Gruv 2

Component group setsNot Available
Available colors - Gold
- Silver
Weight Unspecified
Pedals detailsComfort Platform
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatAvenir Deluxe Comfort
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Aluminum Micro-adjust


Raleigh Gruv 2 bike review

Raleigh produced the Gruv 2 bike in 2006 and can be classified as a Commuter bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $415.00.
Raleigh Commuter Gruv 2 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Gold and Silver .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" Kenda Comfort tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Alex R-1000, 36-hole. Raleigh equiped this exact model with Tektro aluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano ST-EF29 EZ Fire STI levers braking system and Front: Alloy Joytech QR, Rear: Shimano RM30 hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Raleigh used Atomic 13 Aluminum material for the frame. Comfort Riser high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Gruv 2 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Alloy adjustable.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano TX-71, 28/38/48 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to KMC Z82 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Raleigh, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano ST-EF29 EZ Fire STI gear shift levers.