Raleigh C40 2003 Technical specs and features

Brand Raleigh
Model C40
First production 2003
Bike category Hybrid
Bike sub-category Hybrid
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Parts And Accessories Raleigh C40 Parts   
Available Sizes - 15 (inches) / 38.1 (cm)
- 15 (inches)
- 17 (inches) / 43.18 (cm)
- 17 (inches)
- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)
- 19 (inches)
- 21 (inches) / 53.34 (cm)
- 21 (inches)
- 23 (inches) / 58.42 (cm)
- 23 (inches)
- womens 16 (inches)
- womens 19 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire700 X 38c Kenda K-830
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size700c Wheels
Brakeset type Tektro TS384A Levers
Tektro 835A Linear Pull Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Q and R
Rear: Shimano FH-RM40
Front: Aluminum
Rims manufacturer 36-hole
Weinmann Zac 20
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 14ga. Straight Gauge
Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials6061 T6 Aluminum
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar construction 1 (inches) Rise
Steel
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem details Adjustable
Aluminum
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Threaded 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 C40 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Dual-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 C40

Component group setsHybrid Mix
Available colors - Black
- Blue
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 C40 bike review

Raleigh produced the C40 bike in 2003 and can be classified as a Hybrid bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $329.99.
C40 bike is available in many sizes such as 15 (inches), 17 (inches), 19 (inches), 21 (inches), 23 (inches), womens 16 (inches) and womens 19 (inches).
Raleigh Hybrid C40 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Black and Blue .
This bike is equiped with 700 x 38c Kenda K-830 tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Weinmann Zac 20, 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 FH-RM40 hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Raleigh used 6061 T6 aluminum material for the frame. Steel, 1" rise high strength material is used on the handlebar of this C40 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.