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The Raleigh Chopper was the bike that rescued Raleigh from administration with huge global sales from a total production run including Mk1 Mk2 Mk3 models which ran from 1968 to 1983 (mk1 & mk2) and then 2004 to 2012 (mk3). See more
The Raleigh Chopper is a bicycle (referred to as a wheelie bike) for children / young adults, manufactured and marketed by the Raleigh Bicycle Company of Nottingham, England. The unique design became a cultural icon and … See more
Mk 1
Mk1 1968 to 1972. The Chopper's patent was applied for in the US in 1967. The Chopper was introduced at American trade shows in … See moreBrief Outline
The MK-IV is the latest model to be added to the Raleigh chopper range and is a return to the classic mk2 model outline in all major design … See moreThe Raleigh Chopper MK-IV underwent three launch events. One private launch, two public launches and these events consisted of both … See more
The Raleigh Chopper design has been subject of debate but only since 1996, with claims by Alan Oakley (1927-2012) chief designer for Raleigh … See more
After being out of production for over 20 years, a new version of the Chopper, the Mk3, was launched in 2004. In deference to modern safety concerns, adopted a more conventional … See more
Prototypes
Production of prototypes occurred Twice
Production of the first prototype batch occurred in April 2021, then again in October 2022 a … See moreWikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license Raleigh Chopper: The definitive history and collectors' guide
Learn about the origins, design and popularity of the Raleigh Chopper, the iconic bike that brought the style of Easy Rider to the UK in the 1970s. Find out about t…
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WEBMay 31, 2023 · The relaunched Chopper follows the design of the MK 2 Chopper, with a Cr-Mo steel frame and mismatched 20 inch rear and 16 …
Raleigh relaunches the Chopper as a limited edition, …
WEBMay 31, 2023 · British bicycle brand Raleigh has announced the relaunch of the Chopper. With original MK2 Choppers still selling for a pretty penny at auctions today, Raleigh brand fans have been demanding a new …
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WEBWe’re relaunching one of the most iconic bikes of all time: the Raleigh Chopper. Back in all its original glory, this limited-edition 2023 edition is almost an exact replica of the old-school Chopper MK2 – from the U …
If you ever dreamed of owning a Raleigh Chopper in …
WEBJun 1, 2023 · Fans of the original model will be delighted to instantly recognize the iconic features like the infamous always groin-threatening central mounted gear shift, the one-piece saddle, the friend carrying …
The Raleigh Chopper is back! 1970s icon returns after …
WEBThe Raleigh Chopper is back! 1970s icon returns after decades of demand.
Back to the future: Raleigh relaunches iconic Chopper …
WEBMay 31, 2023 · The 2023 Raleigh Chopper – the weight of which, 18.4kg, is similar to the original – comes in the one 37cm size, while the colour choice between Infra-red and Ultra-violet again reflects two of the …
The return of the Chopper: Raleigh announces iconic 1970s
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WEBWhat are the differences between the new Raleigh Chopper and the Mk2 Chopper? The main differences are the manufacturing processes. The new model is welded rather than brazed, the crank is a square tapered arm …
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