Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Groupset Apex -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
48cm
147cm - 160cm
50cm
152cm - 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 Full Carbon Flat mount CX Race Disc
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex
Cassette
SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd
Crank
SRAM Apex, 40t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP 68mm
Chain
SRAM PC1110
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 100x12mm
Rear Hub
Formula 142x12mm
Rims
WTB Asym i23 TCS
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Tires
WTB Horizon Road Plus TCS 650x47c (650x40c size 46)
Brakes
Brakes
TRP Spyre C
Brake Levers
SRAM Apex
Disk Rotors
TRP TR160 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Kona Road
Handlebar
Kona Road
Grips
Kona Cork Tape
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5ZS SC
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 48cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.59 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 272 mm | 272 mm |
| Front Center | 584 mm | 587 mm | 599 mm | 606 mm | 618 mm | 624 mm | 639 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 62 mm | 63 mm |
| Stack | 502 mm | 522 mm | 542 mm | 562 mm | 582 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm |
| Reach | 362 mm | 365 mm | 370 mm | 375 mm | 380 mm | 384 mm | 392 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 494 mm | 507 mm | 523 mm | 538 mm | 555 mm | 571 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm | 480 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 92 mm | 101.8 mm | 123 mm | 144.3 mm | 165.4 mm | 186.6 mm | 207.7 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 997 mm | 1003 mm | 1015 mm | 1023 mm | 1035 mm | 1042 mm | 1056 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 699 mm | 715 mm | 734 mm | 756 mm | 773 mm | 794 mm | 812 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
About this model
Rove NRB completes the Kona Rove model. 49 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Kona Rove bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Kona Rove 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 849$. Kona Rove LTD 2019 on the other hand costs 3599$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, even though the average price of a Gravel bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Kona released this model in 2019, its price was 1799$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Rove NRB price is 36.85% smaller than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Rove NRB components
Fork material
Rove NRB has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
The Rove NRB 2019 bike is equipped with aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 650b wheels make a great choice if you want to sacrifice speed for comfort. However, if speed is what you’re after, 700c wheels are a better fit.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Kona Rove NRB has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.