tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post1078783322054418113..comments2024-03-26T08:39:46.290-04:00Comments on Hugh`s bicycle blog: Raleigh Technium 460 Part 2Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-54382187488504242772017-09-28T12:20:48.514-04:002017-09-28T12:20:48.514-04:00Do you know what year Raleigh stop making the tech...Do you know what year Raleigh stop making the technium usa 460Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01584352045980064386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-51646504271287277942016-08-27T18:52:07.530-04:002016-08-27T18:52:07.530-04:00I saw a 18spd Technium fo sale at a thrift store f...I saw a 18spd Technium fo sale at a thrift store for 50 bucks is it worth thatAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16849630743021558014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-18006182891899708322015-05-10T23:07:43.967-04:002015-05-10T23:07:43.967-04:00Do you still remember which brake hoods they were ...Do you still remember which brake hoods they were specifically? Mine are currently dry rotting and need replacing.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13233942222108618298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-85878566695722309832013-03-25T12:57:31.387-04:002013-03-25T12:57:31.387-04:00I had this same bike. I head bought it new from a...I had this same bike. I head bought it new from a bike shop. When I got my Specialized I sold it for $150. I was a nice bike and it was fast. Up until now I still missed the bike and wish I could have kept it but wifey said I can't buy a new bike until I sold this one.... oh well...too bad.Peternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-89337937205936965432012-10-01T13:24:08.733-04:002012-10-01T13:24:08.733-04:00Yeah the head tube on my 460 is about the size of ...Yeah the head tube on my 460 is about the size of the Raleigh emblem. But anyways, that's a great bike and I'm glad you rescued it.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01201582049479559480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-91318122413767336082012-09-15T12:53:29.210-04:002012-09-15T12:53:29.210-04:00Thanks for the pics. I rode a Raleigh Technium 460...Thanks for the pics. I rode a Raleigh Technium 460 when they were new and loved that bike. There was a lifetime warranty on the frame to reassure those who doubted the glued construction. The left rear dropout broke at the chain stay and Raleigh honored the warranty, but the replacement frame was another model and I hated the thing so much I soon sold it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-60932026935702536542012-09-06T10:24:15.510-04:002012-09-06T10:24:15.510-04:00Hey Christian,
The purple area on the front of tha...Hey Christian,<br />The purple area on the front of that bike is the head tube. The larger the frame size the longer the head tube. This Raleigh is for someone about 6 ft 6 inches tall. So the head tube is very big or tall. <br /> CheersHughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-65596357635374887042012-09-06T09:59:23.340-04:002012-09-06T09:59:23.340-04:00Why is the purple area so large? I have that same ...Why is the purple area so large? I have that same bike and the purple area on mine isn't half that size...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01201582049479559480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-87283180510697858022012-05-26T13:07:26.929-04:002012-05-26T13:07:26.929-04:00Hey Modman,
Agreed, This topic comes up often. I a...Hey Modman,<br />Agreed, This topic comes up often. I always make it a point to inform the new owner that the "suicide levers" are only for slowing down. And that if they want to stop safely they need to use the main levers. And I always mention that "There is a reason they are called suicide levers"<br /> However I would like to mention, that with the wheels "trued" and the brake shoes "set in close" to the rims. The suicide levers will perform much better. It is also important that the levers are mounted in the proper position.<br /> I am NOT saying that they safe. Or that properly set will be good enough for hard breaking. But I am saying that properly set up they will work "better". I find most of the suicide levers that I see are set way to loose to be effective at all.(even for slowing down)<br /> CheersHughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-44008880963056984132012-05-20T09:22:11.453-04:002012-05-20T09:22:11.453-04:00Extra brake levers on flats are nicknamed suicide ...Extra brake levers on flats are nicknamed suicide brakes for good reason. The amount of play in the brake levers make them dangerous. I think its fine to leave them for authenticity but everyone should be aware of the danger.modmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18198174234294581950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-76694009364043850162011-04-13T08:36:21.763-04:002011-04-13T08:36:21.763-04:00Thanks Steve,
I haven`t weighed this bike yet, but...Thanks Steve,<br />I haven`t weighed this bike yet, but 25 lbs sounds about right. Good news is, due to the frame weight, This bike would be a good candidate for some light weight up-grades. <br /> I did notice during assembly that some of the components seemed "a bit heavy" for what this bike was supposed to be. Seems like Raleigh USA as not ready to fully commit to making this a true light weight. One the other hand. It would seem these bikes were a fairly good starting point. Especially for someone on a budget looking to make some improvements "down the road".<br /> Thanks for the informative reply. As always "good food for thought". <br /> P.S. Spring time has finally arrived here in Michigan. And not a moment too soon!<br /> CheersHughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-67002667846919829832011-04-10T14:38:56.914-04:002011-04-10T14:38:56.914-04:00As I recall, 6013 is not easily weldable, particul...As I recall, 6013 is not easily weldable, particularly not compared to 6061. 25 pounds was not particularly light weight, not even for many years before that bike was built. The hybrid construction allowed them to use cheaper (heavier) components without the bike suffering from terminal porkiness. The "slightly oversize" tubes were an attempt to make the bike frame still LOOK nice. Not long after, Cannondale decided beefy aluminum tubes looked just fine.Steve Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13650405341304401203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-42880300654094168542011-04-10T13:06:01.104-04:002011-04-10T13:06:01.104-04:00Thanks Steve,
"Galvanic corrosion" that ...Thanks Steve,<br />"Galvanic corrosion" that exactly the term I was looking for! Thanks<br />I found this on bikeforums.net <br /><br />T-Mar<br />09-06-07, 08:40 AM<br />The 440 was one of the original Technium models, introduced in 1986. Raleigh offered 3 Technium models that year, all with the same frame, but various components. The 440 was the lowest model, costing $250 US, Weight should be about 25 lbs, depending on the exact year/component mix and size.<br /><br />The first 440/460/480 frames were designed for the avid sports/touring cyclist. Raleigh wanted a light and stiff but efficient and affordable frame. To achieve the weight and stiffness they went with an oversize aluminum main triangle. To keep cost down they used a steel rear triangle. So as not to make the size difference between the main tubes and stays aesthetically displeasing, they limited the main tubes to slightly oversize. Additionally to ensure light weight and resiliency, the main tubes were spec'd using heat treated 6013 aluminum which is thinner and higher strength than the standard 6061. However, this meant the tubes had to be bonded instead of welded. The rear triangle were maded in Japan and assembled to the main frames in the USA. Raleigh liked to claim that the resulting ride was comparable to "Reynolds 531 models, only more comfortable". This is open to argument.<br /><br />Like most bicycles, some people loved the Techniums, while others did not. And we've all heard the stories of frame failures, though I personally do not have any first hand knowledge. One thing is certain, they were pioneers in hybrid construction and brought affordable aluminum to the masses. In many ways this bicycle was the forerunner of the aluminum/carbon fibre hybrid models that dominate the market to-day. It was the first truly afforadble aluminum (albeit hybrid) bicycle and was one of the trendsetting models that would ultimately lead to the demise of steel as the dominant frame material.<br /><br />Thanks T-Mar where ever you are.Hughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-46707016794121725282011-04-10T12:16:14.066-04:002011-04-10T12:16:14.066-04:00I can't imagine that gluing the tubes in was f...I can't imagine that gluing the tubes in was for reasons of avoiding galvanic corrosion when they had steel and aluminum forced together in many places such as the rims, as well as the screws used in every aluminum component. Gluing does, however, require less skill to get right than brazing. The braze in my Falcon is just fine after 40 years.Steve Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13650405341304401203noreply@blogger.com