Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Raleigh
1993 Raleigh RT 500
Value Guide market data · 1993 Raleigh RT 500
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Overview
About this bike
1993 Raleigh RT 500 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- Bonded aluminum
- Frame Tubing Material
- Easton E-9 aluminum
- Fork Brand & Model
- TIG unicrown chrome-moly
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1993 Raleigh RT 500
- Component Group
- Shimano 105SC
- Shift Levers
- Shimano 105SC downtube
- Crankset
- Shimano 105SC, 42/53 teeth
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 13 - 23 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG70
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano 105SC brakes, levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Alloy Micro Adjust 300mm
- Saddle
- Vetta Lycra Gel Lite Racing
- Handlebar
- Sakae Ringyo 'Modolo Bend' Anatomic
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano 105SC
- Rims
- Campagnolo Gamma Strada, 32-hole
- Tires
- 700 x 23c Michelin Hi-Lite Comp
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 23
- Sizes
- 48.5, 52.5, 54.5, 56.5, 58.5
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Carbon inspection
Tap test the frame, fork, seatpost, and bars for cracks; verify no impact damage near dropouts.
Inspection
Brake hoses & cables
Check hydraulic line bleed, cable housing wear, and confirm rotors are within spec.