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Raleigh 2000 M55 Hardtail Bike


  • Average Rating: 4.83/5
  • MSRP: $ 410.00
  • # of Reviews: 6

Product Description

mountain bike, front suspension, Mountain Mix components, RST 381-EL, 2.5" travel fork


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Reviews 1 - 6 (6 Reviews Total)

User Reviews

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:4
Submitted by CAMERON allen a Weekend Warrior from conover north carolina united states

Date Reviewed: May 2, 2001

Strengths:    STRONG FRONT FORK WITH SR SUNTOURS 7006

Weaknesses:    THIS BIKE HAS NO WEAKNESS. WHAT A DUMB QUESTION

Bottom Line:   
THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST BIKES IVE OWNED. I do a bit of xc racing on the summer vacation when im out of school and on weekends. this bike rocks .

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Favorite Trail:   PEE WEES

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $430.00

Purchased At:   RIDE A BIKE

Similar Products Used:   NONE

Bike Setup:   OURY GRIPS HARO STEM SR SUNTOURS 7006 FORK KENDA TIRES CLIPLESS PEDALS


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Mitch a Weekend Warrior from Muncie, In

Date Reviewed: February 28, 2001

Strengths:    Comfortable seat
Strong Frame


Weaknesses:    Acrea products

Bottom Line:   
A very nice looking bike. Very comfortable and American made, one of the few bikes in this price range made in the U.S. Durability is good and is fun to ride...and that is all that matters to me. Good Buy!! Good bike for college students who go off road frequently to take the short cut to class.

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Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $370.00

Purchased At:   Goodson Bikes

Similar Products Used:   1999 GT OUTPOSt



Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Joe Allison a Cross Country Rider from Warren, PA USA

Date Reviewed: February 19, 2001

Strengths:    Strong Frame, isn't Al nice? Not the super frame of the 1000 range but I looked at the geometry of many bikes and the M-55 came close to competition hardtails in it's geometry. Its a great bike, the stock components were good, however the RST front shock lost it very quickly off a trail jump one day and since I have completely upgraded the entire bike with exception to the frame and rims

Weaknesses:    The Front RST shock, lasted about 6 months, can't really do much with it either...the Tektro's tend to shake up a little, but are good stopping power

Bottom Line:   
The Raliegh is a great bike. No, sorry, its not the media made Trek or something similiar but its a REAL bike for a REAL biker. I bought this with the idea of upgrading in the future in mind, and since I have the bike is awesome and recommend Raliegh and "building your bike" to anyone. Its an great bike, strong frame, a good basic components, when upgraded though, it will shred up any hardtail competition I believe you put in front of it.

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Favorite Trail:   Jake's

Duration Product Used:   2 Years

Price Paid:    $419.00

Purchased At:   HollyLoft Ski and Bike

Bike Setup:   My bike is now complete Shimano XT cranks, der's, shifters and chain. The front shock is upgraded to an awesome 2000 Manitou SX-R, toping it out is a Aheadset matched to a Specialized stem, Kore Lite handlebar, Answer grips and WTB Velsoraptor Kevlar 2.1 tires front and rear. Soon to come are new rims and maybe brakes as the Tektro's are a bit shaky


Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Kevin Nullmeyer a Weekend Warrior from Tucson, AZ

Date Reviewed: September 27, 2000

Strengths:    Good strong components, very light, and good suspension. Fork travel seems adequate but bottoms out occasionally. Great bike for beg-inter biker. My first front susp bike and I'm very impressed. I did quite a bit of research and am very happy with my choice of the M55.

Bottom Line:   
Good strong components, very light, and good suspension. Fork travel seems adequate but bottoms out occasionally. Great bike for beg-inter biker. My first front susp bike and I'm very impressed. I did quite a bit of research and am very happy with my choice of the M55.

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Favorite Trail:   Fantasy Island

Duration Product Used:   3 months

Price Paid:    $370.00

Purchased At:   Bargain Basement Bikes



Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Benjamin Sidon a Weekend Warrior from Kingston, WA, USA

Date Reviewed: June 28, 2000

Strengths:    solid as a rock, smooth shifting, no suspicious noises or squeaks

Weaknesses:    front fork needs another inch of travel, stock seat is uncomfortable

Bottom Line:   
I'm probably biased because this is my first hardtail bike, but i am very impressed with this machine. For the price I could find nothing better as far as quality of components and solidity. This bike invites you to hurl it at both downhills and technical uphills, but i do wish it had at least another inch of travel in the front fork.

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Favorite Trail:   Tahuya

Duration Product Used:   3 months



Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Anthony Barrillo a Weekend Warrior from Delaware

Date Reviewed: June 1, 2000

Bottom Line:   
I'm just getting into mountain biking and I love it. I have been riding my M55 everywhere I go because it is so much fun to ride and so comfortable. The suspension fork makes a big difference in handling and comfort. I feel like I can ride over or down anything. The big tires roll smoothly on dirt, gravel and pavement and i have not had a flat yet. If you are looking to get into the sport of mountain biking for fun, fitness or whatever I would def. recomend checking out Raleigh's line of bikes, they are quality bikes at a good price.

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Favorite Trail:   Nothing around here

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month




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