Raleigh M8000 2000 Technical specs and features

Brand Raleigh
Model M8000
First production 2000
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Dual Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Raleigh M8000 Parts   
Available Sizes - 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)
- 16 (inches)
- 18 (inches) / 45.72 (cm)
- 18 (inches)
- 20 (inches) / 50.8 (cm)
- 20 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 2.35 (inches) WTB MotoRaptor
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Avid SD-1.9 L Levers
Dia Tech Mechanical Disc Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesFormula Disc
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
Vuelta Excalibur Disc
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Straight Gauge
Chung Nan Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials7005 Aluminum With Replaceable Derailleur Hanger
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionKoski Riser
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsAlloy 4 Bolt
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
KMC Z9200
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 110.5 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-LP27
Crankset parts and sizes 22/32/44 Teeth
Shimano Deore
Gear shift leversShimano Deore
Rear gear set 11 - 32 Teeth
9-speed

Raleigh M8000 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)
Shimano Deore LX
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Deore LX SGS
Fork material Triple-clamp Crown
Aluminum and magnesium
Fork type 2.5 (inches)-4.0 (inches) Adjustable Travel
Rock Shox Judy SL

Other Specs of Raleigh M8000

Component group setsMountain Mix
Available colors - Black
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsWellgo WPD-813 Clipless
Rear shock absorber 4.0 (inches) Travel
Rock Shox Deluxe Adjust
Saddle seatWTB SST.XCZ
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Aluminum Micro-adjust


Raleigh M8000 bike review

Raleigh produced the M8000 bike in 2000 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,200.00.
M8000 bike is available in many sizes such as 16 (inches), 18 (inches) and 20 (inches).
Raleigh Mountain bike M8000 can be found in one single color which is Black.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.35" WTB MotoRaptor tires and Chung Nan stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Vuelta Excalibur Disc, 32-hole. Raleigh equiped this exact model with Dia Tech mechanical disc brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers braking system and Formula disc hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Raleigh used 7005 aluminum with replaceable derailleur hanger material for the frame. Koski riser high strength material is used on the handlebar of this M8000 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Alloy 4 bolt.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to KMC Z9200 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Raleigh, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore gear shift levers.