Raleigh M55 1997 VS Giant XTC 2 2003 specs comparison
Raleigh M55
General InfosModel | M55 |
Manufacturer | Raleigh |
Year of production | 1997 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Green |
Sizes | - 16.5 (inches)- 18 (inches)- 20 (inches)- 22 (inches) |
Sizes | - 16.5 (inches)- 18 (inches)- 20 (inches)- 22 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) Multi-terrain |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Dia-Compe SS-8 LeversShimano Alivio M-System Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano RM-40 |
Rims manufacturer | 36-holeVuelta VMC 1.2 |
Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Straight GaugeStainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Chromoly Main Triangle and hi-tensile Steel Rear Stays |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | Aluminum |
Handlebar extender | Aluminum |
Handlebar stem details | Chromoly |
Headset size | 1 (inches) Steel |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-IG31 |
Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
Bottom bracket type | 110 (millimeters) SpindleShimano BB-LP26 |
Crankset parts and sizes | 22/34/42 TeethShimano Alivio |
Gear shift levers | Grip Shift SRT-400i |
Rear gear set | 11 - 30 Teeth7-speed |
Raleigh M55 Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Top-pull and clamp-on 28.6 (millimeters)Shimano Alivio Top-swing |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano STX |
Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum |
Fork type | SR DuoTrack 7007 |
Other Specs of Raleigh M55
Component group sets | Shimano STX-RC and Alivio |
Pedals details | Resin |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Sella Stratos HyperPlush |
Seat post extension | 26.0 (millimeters) DiameterAluminum Micro-adjust |

Giant XtC 2
General InfosModel | XtC 2 |
Manufacturer | Giant |
Year of production | 2003 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Stealth Black |
Sizes | - 14 (inches)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | Rear: 26 X 2.00 (inches) Hutchinson Python TubelessFront: 26 X 2.00 (inches) Hutchinson Python Air Light |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Avid AD 3 LeversAvid Single Digit 3 Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano Deore |
Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic X221 |
Spoke nipples type | Aluminum Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 15ga. Straight GaugeChun Nan Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Aluxx SL Aluminum |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | Titec Enduro XC |
Handlebar extender | Optional |
Handlebar stem details | Titec Fast Al |
Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless FSA Integrated |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-HG53 |
Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
Bottom bracket type | 113 (millimeters) SpindleRace Face ISIS SRX |
Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/44 TeethRace Face Ride ISIS |
Gear shift levers | Shimano Deore RapidFire SL |
Rear gear set | 11 - 34 Teeth9-speed |
Giant XtC 2 Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Shimano Deore |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Deore XT |
Fork material | Single CrownAluminum and magnesium |
Fork type | 80 (millimeters) TravelAnswer Manitou Skareb Comp |
Other Specs of Giant XtC 2
Component group sets | Mountain Mix |
Pedals details | Shimano PD-M505 SPD |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | WTB Rocket V |
Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterTitec X-Wing Pro |
Useful links and guides ....
- To know more about this exacte bike, Raleigh provided us with the latest version of its M55 bike manual
- Find All parts, tires and accessories of Raleigh M55 Mountain bike here
- Get your Giant XtC 2 manual book version yo know further about this bike
- Saddles, tires And mechanical parts for Giant XtC 2 Mountain bike here