Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 26" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
26" Steel Cruiser
Suspension Fork
26" Steel Cruiser
Drivetrain
Cassette
20t Cog
Crank
1pc 42t Raleigh Heron
Bottom Bracket
9pc Loose Ball
Chain
KMC Z510
Pedals
Cruiser Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy 36h
Rear Hub
Coaster Brake 36h
Rims
Alloy 36h
Spokes
14g Stainless Steel
Tires
Cruiser 26x2.125
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster Brake
Brake Levers
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Cruiser Quill
Handlebar
Steel Cruiser 700x80mm
Grips
Cruiser
Headset
Steel 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Raleigh Cruiser
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust 25.6x300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Special is a Raleigh Special model. 4 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Raleigh Special bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Raleigh Special 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 179$. Raleigh Special 3 Step Thru 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 199$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Cruiser bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Cruiser bike is 332$. However, even though the average price of a Cruiser bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 179$. In conclusion, this bike price is 85.47% lower than the price of the average Cruiser bike.
Special components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Special model has 26″ aluminum wheels. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Raleigh Special has Coaster brakes installed. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, if your chain falls off or snaps, your coaster brakes won’t function anymore.