Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Groupset X5 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox XC 32 TK 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X5 SGS
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5
Shift Levers
SRAM X5
Cassette
SRAM PC-1030 11-36 10 spd
Crank
44/33/22
Bottom Bracket
SRAM X5
Chain
SRAM PC-1031
Pedals
Wellgo LU-A9
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula Disc
Rear Hub
Formula Disc
Rims
WTB SpeeDisc All Mountain
Spokes
Stainless 14g
Tires
Maxxis Ignitor 29x2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 1
Brake Levers
Avid Elixir 1
Disk Rotors
Avid G2 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Kona XC/Road
Handlebar
Kona Energy
Grips
Kona Race Light LOG
Headset
FSA No.57B
Seat
Saddle
WTB Valcon Sport SE
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 18" | 19" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.53 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 665 mm | 675 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 695 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Stack | 610 mm | 635 mm | 645 mm | 660 mm | 680 mm |
| Reach | 400 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 425 mm | 445 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 575 mm | 600 mm | 615 mm | 625 mm | 655 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 455 mm | 485 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1095 mm | 1110 mm | 1110 mm | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 69 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm |
| Standover Height | 780 mm | 820 mm | 835 mm | 855 mm | 890 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Kahuna is a Kona Kahuna model. Kona released 22 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Kona Kahuna bikes models from 2012, here.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Kahuna components
Wheels
As for the wheels, Kona Kahuna 2012, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Kahuna comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!