![]() All dating would therefore be approximate. They seem to reflect only the number of machines produced whilst each letter was in use. 1888: 1500ġ925-Second World War Between 1925 and the cessation of cycle production during the Second World War, letters prefixed or suffixed the running frame number although no indication is given of the starting point of the numbers. It appears that Raleigh recycled many of the older serial numbers in later years, so there are lots of bikes from the 60s and 70s that have serial numbers that would suggest much greater age. (Info from the Nottinghamshire Archives) Note that the serial number information below is fragmentary and incomplete, and many bikes have proven to be much newer than the serial numbers would suggest. Early years have been estimated by the Company. 1888-1925 Prior to 1925, genuine Raleighs (not necessarily brand names made by Raleigh) had a straightforward numerical frame number. This is the easiest way to date a 3-speed bicycle, if it has its original rear wheel. Conveniently, they also usually have the month and the last two digits of the year of manufacture stamped onto the shell. Most older Sturmey-Archer hubs have two or three-letter model codes, which are usually stamped onto the hub shell. ![]()
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