Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
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 6061 Aluminum Butted
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL Solo Air 100mm Tapered 110mm Spacing
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano HG500 11-42t 10spd
Crank
RaceFace Aeffect, 22/36t
Bottom Bracket
RaceFace 83mm
Chain
Shimano HG54
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
Kona JS2
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 110x15mm
Rear Hub
Formula 157x12mm
Rims
WTB Scraper i40 Pinned TCS
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27.5x2.8"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Hydraulic MT500
Brake Levers
Shimano Hydraulic MT500
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT26 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Kona XC/BC
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC Riser
Grips
Kona Key Grip
Headset
FSA No.57B
Seat
Saddle
WTB Pure V Sport
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 672 mm | 700 | 729 mm | 763 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 608 mm | 617 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 409 mm | 433 mm | 458 mm | 489 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 609 mm | 637 mm | 670 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1111 mm | 1139 mm | 1168 mm | 1202 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 714 mm | 749 mm | 779 mm | 824 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 157 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 182 cm | 195 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Big Kahuna completes the Kona Big Kahuna model. Kona released 8 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 1499$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Big Kahuna price is 27.08% lower.
Big Kahuna components
Fork
Kona Big Kahuna 2018 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Big Kahuna model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Kona Big Kahuna has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
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 short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.