How do I read my Raleigh serial number?

How do I read my Raleigh serial number?

Serial numbers should begin with a “W”, which stands for Worksop, the facility that produced these frames. This is followed by another alphabet. This alphabet indicates the fortnight in which the frame was built (i.e. A = 1st fortnight, B = 2nd, etc.). The third character is always a numeral.

How do I know my bicycle model year?

Each manufacturer has their own identification system. But the first numbers usually indicate the year, and then month of manufacture. And the remaining numbers indicate the specific ID of that bike. The best way to read a bicycle serial number is to search the web for “[brand name] bike serial number decoder”.

Are old Raleigh bikes worth anything?

In the current market, vintage Raleigh bikes sell for a few hundred dollars on average. Generally, bikes that are in working order and have all of their original components can sell for the most.

Where is the frame number on a Raleigh bike?

Raleigh bikes are stamped with their unique serial numbers on the underside of the bottom bracket shell. Raleigh bike frame numbers often start with “W”, “WL”, or “WP”. This is then followed by a string of numbers typically 6-10 digits long.