Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra, Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Suspension Fork
Kona Carbon Race by Deda
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra SS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora
Cassette
Shimano HG50 12-27 9 spd
Crank
50/34
Bottom Bracket
TH 7420
Chain
Shimano HG53
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano R501-A Wheelset
Rear Hub
Shimano R501-A Wheelset
Rims
Shimano R501-A Wheelset
Spokes
Shimano R501-A Wheelset
Tires
Continental Ultrasport 700x23c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R310
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Kona Road
Handlebar
Kona Road
Grips
Kona Cork Tape
Headset
FSA Orbit
Seat
Saddle
Kona Road Race
Seatpost
Kona Road
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SC49cm | SC53cm | SC56cm | SC59cm | SC61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 267 mm | 267 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 589 mm | 596 mm | 606 mm | 617 mm | 627 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Stack | 535 mm | 557 mm | 571 mm | 589 mm | 600 mm |
| Reach | 391 mm | 395 mm | 401 mm | 411 mm | 423 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 540 mm | 555 mm | 570 mm | 590 mm | 610 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 125 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm | 185 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 413 mm | 413 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm | 418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 990 mm | 998 mm | 1010 mm | 1022 mm | 1035 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 737 mm | 770 mm | 791 mm | 816 mm | 831 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Zing is part of the Kona Zing model. 12 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Kona Zing bikes models from 2012, here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Race bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race bike is 3350$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Race bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Zing components
Fork material
Zing 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 Zing 2012 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Kona Zing has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.