Raleigh M55 1999 Technical specs and features

Brand Raleigh
Model M55
First production 1999
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Front Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Raleigh M55 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)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 1.95 (inches) Kenda K-850
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Tektro RBP-379A Levers
Tektro 824A Linear-pull Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesShimano Alivio
Rims manufacturer 36-hole
Weinmann 519
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 constructionAluminum
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsSteel
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Victor VP-H94

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
KMC IG-31
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 110 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-LP27
Crankset parts and sizes 22/32/42 Teeth
Shimano AceraX
Gear shift leversGrip Shift Centera
Rear gear set 11 - 30 Teeth
8-speed

Raleigh M55 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)
Shimano AceraX Top-swing
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Alivio
Fork material Triple-clamp Crown
Aluminum and chromoly
Fork type 2.0 (inches) Travel
RST 260

Other Specs of Raleigh M55

Component group setsMountain Mix
Available colors - Precision Blue and Brite Yellow Fade
Weight 27.5
Pedals detailsWellgo LU-983
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatSelle Stratos Hyper Plush With Bumper Guard
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Aluminum Micro-adjust


Raleigh M55 bike review

Raleigh produced the M55 bike in 1999 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $379.99.
M55 bike is available in many sizes such as 14 (inches), 16 (inches), 18 (inches), 20 (inches) and 22 (inches).
Raleigh Mountain bike M55 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Precision Blue and Brite Yellow Fade .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-850 tires and Chung Nan stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Weinmann 519, 36-hole. Raleigh equiped this exact model with Tektro 824A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-379A levers braking system and Shimano Alivio hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Raleigh used 7005 aluminum with replaceable derailleur hanger material for the frame. Aluminum high strength material is used on the handlebar of this M55 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Steel.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano AceraX, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to KMC IG-31 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Raleigh, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Grip Shift Centera gear shift levers.