Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Tiagra
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 3 × 9
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Brakes Rim
Recommended size guide.
56cm
175cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Suspension Fork
Kona Project Two Aluminum
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra 12-25 9 spd
Crank
50/39/30
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Sora
Chain
Shimano HG53
Pedals
Wellgo LU-A9
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula
Rear Hub
Shimano Tiagra
Rims
Alex AT-450
Spokes
Sandvik Stainless 15g fr / 14g rr
Tires
Maxxis Mud Wrestler 700x35C
Brakes
Brakes
Kore Sport
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cockpit
Stem
Kona XC/Road Stem
Handlebar
Kona Road Bar
Grips
Kona Cork Tape
Headset
FSA
Seat
Saddle
WTB Valcon Comp
Seatpost
Kona Double Clamp w/offset
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 49cm | 53cm | 56cm | 59cm | 61cm |
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| Bottom Bracket Height | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm | 288 mm | 288 mm | 288 mm |
| Front Center | 594 mm | 599 mm | 606 mm | 612 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 522 mm | 537 mm | 552 mm | 567 mm | 587 mm | 607 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 490 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 135 mm | 155 mm | 175 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1012 mm | 1018 mm | 1024 mm | 1031 mm | 1046 mm | 1055 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 752 mm | 767 mm | 799 mm | 824 mm | 849 mm | 862 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
JAKE completes the Kona Jake model. Kona launched 47 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Kona Jake bikes models from 2011, by clicking here.
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.
Average price for Cyclocross bikes
If you want an acceptable Cyclocross bike you should know that the average price is 2012$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Cyclocross bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the JAKE model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Kona JAKE is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
