The Flyer model was made from 1938. This one however dates from around
1970. The Carlton website is mistaken in that the new numbering system
starting with a W did not start until sometime in 1974. Additionaly H
and A prefix numbers were used in 1974. G numbers were 1973, F 1972, E
1971 and D 1970 - however as with lots of things Raleigh its uncertain
just what the letter prefixes meant in year terms, model year, actual
year, financial year - they would all be different.
Hilary Stone, Bristol, British Isles
Hilarystone.com
Period bicycle frames & parts
On 13/02/2011 22:04, Strickler, George M wrote:
> I have a Carlton Flyer path racer which I use as my around-town, good-weather bike. https://picasaweb.google.com/Choburger/CarltonFlyer In trying to date the bike, I have looked at the Carlton sites without any success. The BB is stamped with two entirely different numbers. On the drive side, "D8852" and on the non-drive side "166671." I understand that the Flyer model was produced in various configurations for a number of years dating from as early as 1949. I presume this bike was made before Raleigh took over in the late 60's but that's just a guess. Anyone have any knowledge of Carlton's system for serial numbers or any other thoughts?
> George Strickler
> New Orleans, La.