Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Groupset GRX 800, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Shimano 250W 60Nm mid-drive -
Battery Shimano 504Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
50cm
147cm - 170cm
52cm
157cm - 182cm
54cm
167cm - 188cm
56cm
175cm - 195cm
58cm
180cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Suspension Fork
Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX 810
Cassette
Shimano Deore 11-42t 11spd
Crank
Shimano E8000, Direct Mount Samox 38t
Bottom Bracket
n/a
Chain
Shimano 105
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 100x12mm
Rear Hub
Formula 142x12mm
Rims
WTB HTZ i25 TCS 2.0
Spokes
Stainless 14g
Tires
WTB Venture TCS w/ Puncture Protection 650x47c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX 810
Brake Levers
Shimano GRX 810
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT66 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Kona Road Deluxe
Handlebar
Kona Road
Grips
Kona Cork Tape
Headset
Orbit 1.5 ZS, No.57-T
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal w/ Shimano Lever 31.6mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano E7000 20MPH
Battery
Shimano 504Wh
Remote
Shimano SC-E7000 Display
Charger
Shimano STEPS 2A
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.67 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 273 mm |
| Front Center | 613 mm | 623 mm | 628 mm | 638 mm | 654 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 64 mm | 64 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 579 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm | 634 mm | 664 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 387 mm | 390 mm | 393 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 547 mm | 562 mm | 577 mm | 592 mm | 612 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 490 mm | 510 mm | 540 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 137 mm | 153 mm | 175 mm | 196.5 mm | 230 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1046 mm | 1056 mm | 1062 mm | 1072 mm | 1088 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 753 mm | 776 mm | 803 mm | 822 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 157 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 182 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Libre EL is a Kona E Libre model. Kona released 3 e-bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Gravel e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel e-bike is 3642$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 4999$. If we compare this with the average Gravel e-bike cost we notice that the price is 37.26% more expensive.
Libre EL components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The wheels on Libre EL are the aluminum type. After 700c wheels, 650b is the second most popular choice for road bikes. However, if you want higher speeds, you should look for a bike with 700c wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Kona Libre EL is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 147 cm – 195 cm (4.82 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
The Kona model is also equipped with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.