Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
AL-6061 26" Aluminum 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 Nutted
Rear Hub
Steel Coaster 36h
Rims
Alloy 36h
Spokes
14g Stainless Steel
Tires
Kenda Kraze 26x2.125
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster Brake
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Quill
Handlebar
Steel Cruiser 700x80mm
Grips
Cruiser
Headset
Steel 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Raleigh Cruiser Deluxe Dual Spring
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust 27.2x350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MEN |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm |
| Front Center | 686 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm |
| Stack | 593 mm |
| Reach | 400 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 667 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 66 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 465 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1147 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 747 mm |
| Wheels | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 120 cm |
About this model
Retroglide belongs to the Raleigh Retroglide model. Raleigh released 4 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Raleigh Retroglide 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 199$. On the other hand, Raleigh Retroglide 7 Step Thru 2017, is the most expensive and costs 239$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Cruiser bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Cruiser bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 332$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Cruiser bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 199$. If we compare this with the average Cruiser bike cost we notice that the price is 66.83% lower.
Overview of components
Fork material
Retroglide has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Raleigh Retroglide 2017, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Raleigh Retroglide is equipped with Coaster brakes. 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.