Synergy Kahuna 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 20"
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Travel Front 60mm
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Groupset Shimano
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bafang 80Nm hub-drive
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Battery Weight: 8.3 lbs (3.76 kg), Brand: Samsung 18650, Voltage: 48 volts, Amp Hours: 14 ah, Watt Hours: 672 wh, Chemistry: Lithium-ion
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Drivetrain 1 × 7
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 Aluminum Alloy
Suspension Fork
Kahuna Branded Coil Suspension, 60mm Travel, Compression Adjust with Lockout, Preload Adjust, 32mm Stanchions, 135mm Hub Spacing, 9mm Threaded Axle with 15mm Nuts
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Trigger Shifter on Right (One-Way High, Three-Shift Low)
Cassette
7 Speed 1x7 Shimano MF-TZ500-7 14-28 Tooth Freewheel, Shimano Altus Derailleur
Crank
Forged Aluminum Alloy, 170mm Length, 54 Tooth Chainring with Aluminum Alloy Guard
Pedals
Wellgo F265 Aluminum Alloy Folding Platform with Reflectors, CrMo Axle, Black
Wheels
Rims
Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall, 10mm Outer Width, 36 Hole Front, 32 Hole Rear
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 13 Gauge Front, 12 Gauge Rear, Black with Nipples
Tires
Kenda Gigas, 20" x 4" (98-406)
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminum Alloy, Folding, 250mm Base Height, Additional Telescoping Height: 0mm to 100mm, One 5mm Spacer, 31.8mm Clamp
Handlebar
Aluminum Alloy, Low-Rise, 640mm Length
Grips
Generic, Flat Rubber, Non-Locking
Headset
Semi-Integrated, Sealed Cartridge, 1-1/8" Straight
Seat
Saddle
Chaunts, Vented, Active
Seatpost
Aluminum Alloy, Single Bolt Clamp
Motor & Battery
Motor
Weight: 8.7 lbs (3.94 kg), Brand: Bafang, Type: Rear-Mounted Geared Hub, Nominal Output: 750 watts, Torque: 80 Newton meters
Battery
Weight: 8.3 lbs (3.76 kg), Brand: Samsung 18650, Voltage: 48 volts, Amp Hours: 14 ah, Watt Hours: 672 wh, Chemistry: Lithium-ion
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 81cm |
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| Wheels | 20" |
About this model
Kahuna is a Synergy E Kahuna model. There is 1 e-bike that carries this model name.
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.
Average price for Mountain e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Mountain e-bike you should know that the average price is 1448$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Mountain e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 2499$. Comparing this to the average Mountain e-bike price, we see that the price is 72.58% more expensive.
Average weight for Mountain e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Mountain e-bike, we get 24.45 kg (53.9 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
much heavier than average, Kahuna has a weight of 29.52 kg (65.08 lbs). In conclusion, the average Mountain e-bike weighs 20.74% less than Kahuna.
Kahuna components
Wheels
The Kahuna 2020 e-bike is equipped with 20″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Kahuna comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
