Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 170cm
MD
157cm - 182cm
LG
175cm - 195cm
XL
180cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL Solo Air 100mm Tapered 110mm Spacing
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX-Eagle
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
SRAM SX-Eagle
Cassette
SRAM SX-Eagle 11-50t 12spd
Crank
SRAM SX-Eagle, 32t X-Sync Eagle
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Powerspline 73mm
Chain
SRAM SX-Eagle
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
Kona JS2
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 110x15mm
Rear Hub
Formula 135x10mm
Rims
WTB ST i27 TCS 2.0
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Tires
WTB Trail Boss 29x2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT501 Hydraulic
Brake Levers
Shimano MT501 Hydraulic
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT56 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Kona XC
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC Riser
Grips
Kona Key Grip
Headset
FSA No.57B
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp (Comp 250 size S)
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Front Center | 691 mm | 720 mm | 749 mm | 787 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Stack | 606 mm | 615 mm | 624 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 419 mm | 444 mm | 469 mm | 504 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580 mm | 608 mm | 635 mm | 673 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 454 mm | 454 mm | 454 mm | 454 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1139 mm | 1168 mm | 1196 mm | 1235 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 731 mm | 737 mm | 742 mm | 764 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 157 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 182 cm | 195 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
KAHUNA belongs to the Kona Kahuna model. Kona released 22 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 1299$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that KAHUNA price is 46.65% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the KAHUNA bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Kona KAHUNA has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 152 cm – 195 cm (4.99 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.