Raleigh M-Trax 7000R

[peterp4848]

I have this 1995 (I think) model but can find no information or brochure describing the original components. Does anyone?

Spec is:- 60cm frame ‘Handbuilt 531’ number F2512, Sugino 175 alloy cranks (93), chainrings 52/42. Shimano Hyperglide 7 speed cassette 23/13, Air Line 3 rims 700x19 with Michelin Dynamic 23C tyres, Selle San Marco Saddle (95), ITM quill stem, Raleigh bars. Shimano Exage derailleurs (94 & 95), Exage hubs, Exage brake calipers (94 & 95), Shimano BB (91). Numbers in brackets are dates of components.

Is it definitely Reynolds 531 despite lack of Reynolds stickers?

 

[spitball]

531 main tubes and 300 ex components like it says on the frame, so pretty standard by my reckoning.

These are weired frames/bikes for some reason not very well documented or popular, I have two M trax frames made from Optima tubing and they ride really well when built up.

 

[peterp4848]

Re:

This one rides well too although it is a bit too large for me. The gear ratios are lung-breaking so I have since put a 28/12 cassette on it.