Raleigh Bicycle Company
Raleigh is one of the world's oldest and best-known bike brands, established in 1887 in Nottingham, England, and now part of the Accell Group.
Last updated September 15, 2026
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Overview
Raleigh is one of the world's oldest and best-known bike brands, established in 1887 in Nottingham, England, where it remains based. It was founded by Sir Frank Bowden. Raleigh is now part of the Accell Group, a European company that owns a wide range of bike brands throughout Europe. Its current range includes electric bikes, kids bikes and smart bikes, such as the One Step Through and One smart bikes.
History
Raleigh was founded in 1887 by Sir Frank Bowden, who had discovered a love for cycling after experiencing its health benefits first hand following a spell of bad health. Established in Nottingham, England, the brand remains based in its hometown. In the 1920s, despite the rising popularity of the car, Raleigh became a world leader in bicycles, capable of producing 100,000 cycles annually as well as 250,000 hub gears, 15,000 motorcycles and 50,000 motorcycle gearboxes. Raleigh is now part of the Accell Group, a European company that owns a wide range of bike brands throughout Europe; through this partnership Raleigh works with brands all over the world to share knowledge and technology, while its HQ remains in Nottingham.
Products and positioning
One of the world's oldest and best-known bike brands, with a British heritage and a range spanning electric, kids and smart bikes.
One Step Through - Smart Bike
A low step frame smart e-bike with a Mivice rear hub motor, 360 Wh battery, Gates Carbon belt and Tektro hydraulic discs.
One - Smart Bike
A smart connected e-bike built for the everyday journey, with app-enabled features and low-maintenance belt drive.
Captus - Mid Step Electric Bike
A mid step electric bike with a Bosch Active Line motor and a maximum range of 50 miles.
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