Raleigh Eva 2 (2017) 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
449$
Weight | 14.27 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Women's Geometry AL-6061 SL Custom Butted Aluminum, Formed Downtube, CNC Machined Headtube
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour, 27.5", 75mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo Shift
Cassette
Shimano 7spd (14-28t)
Crank
SR Suntour XCC 42/34/24t
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Mech 2pc 68x122.5
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Test Ride Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech Alloy QR 32h
Rear Hub
Joytech Alloy QR 32h
Rims
Weinmann XRD28, 32h, 27.5", Double Wall
Spokes
14g Stainless Steel, w/ Brass Nipples
Tires
Kenda Kadre, 27.5x2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Promax Alloy V-Brake
Brake Levers
Tektro Women-Specific
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Ahead 4-Bolt 20°
Handlebar
Steel 25mm Rise x 700mm, 25.4
Grips
Women-Specific Small Diamond
Headset
Ahead 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Raleigh Women's Mountain Plush Saddle
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust 30.9x350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.67 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 584 mm | 605 mm | 630 mm | 642 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 90 mm | 89 mm | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Stack | 583 mm | 592 mm | 601 mm | 615 mm |
| Reach | 350 mm | 367 mm | 384 mm | 395 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 531 mm | 551 mm | 571 mm | 586 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 350 mm | 380 mm | 430 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1015 mm | 1036 mm | 1061 mm | 1074 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 674 mm | 696 mm | 740 mm | 779 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
Eva 2 (2017) is part of the Raleigh Eva model. There are 18 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Raleigh Eva bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Raleigh Eva 26 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 269$. On the other hand, Raleigh Eva 3 2017, is the most expensive and costs 449$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 449$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 324.28% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs), Raleigh bike is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 15.08% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Eva 2 (2017) components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 75mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Eva 2 (2017) bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Raleigh Eva 2 (2017) bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.