Raleigh SC40 2003 Technical specs and features

Brand Raleigh
Model SC40
First production 2003
Bike category Commuter
Bike sub-category Comfort Commuter
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Parts And Accessories Raleigh SC40 Parts   
Available Sizes - 14 (inches) / 35.56 (cm)
- 14 (inches)
- 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)
- 16 (inches)
- 18 (inches) / 45.72 (cm)
- 18 (inches)
- 20 (inches) / 50.8 (cm)
- 20 (inches)
- 22 (inches) / 55.88 (cm)
- 22 (inches)
- womens 16 (inches)
- womens 19 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 1.95 (inches) Kenda K-841A
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Tektro TS384A Levers
Tektro 835A Linear Pull Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Q and R
Rear: Shimano HB-RM40
Front: Aluminum
Rims manufacturer 36-hole
Alex S-1000
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 14ga. Straight Gauge
Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials6061 T6 Aluminum
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar construction 2 (inches) Rise
Steel
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem details Adjustable
Aluminum
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Steel

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
KMC Z82
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeSealed Cartridge
Crankset parts and sizes 28/38/48 Teeth
Shimano FC-C203
Gear shift leversShimano Revo RS41A
Rear gear set 11 - 34 Teeth
8-speed

Raleigh SC40 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Bottom-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)
Shimano C202
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Acera
Fork material Single Crown
Aluminum
Fork type 50 (millimeters) Travel
SR Suntour CR870

Other Specs of Raleigh SC40

Component group setsHybrid Mix
Available colors - Crimson
- Green
Weight Unspecified
Pedals detailsAvenir Comfort Dual Density
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatAvenir Cross Coil Spring
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Suspension
Aluminum


Raleigh SC40 bike review

Raleigh produced the SC40 bike in 2003 and can be classified as a Commuter bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $329.99.
SC40 bike is available in many sizes such as 14 (inches), 16 (inches), 18 (inches), 20 (inches), 22 (inches), womens 16 (inches) and womens 19 (inches).
Raleigh Commuter SC40 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Crimson and Green .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-841A tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Alex S-1000, 36-hole. Raleigh equiped this exact model with Tektro 835A Linear Pull brakes, Tektro TS384A levers braking system and Front: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano HB-RM40 hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Raleigh used 6061 T6 aluminum material for the frame. Steel, 2" rise high strength material is used on the handlebar of this SC40 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Aluminum, adjustable.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano FC-C203, 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 Revo RS41A gear shift levers.