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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2006 Kona Kula Deluxe and 2008 Kona Kula Deluxe.

  2. Identity & price

    2006 Kona Kula Deluxe had an original MSRP $500 lower than 2008 Kona Kula Deluxe.

    Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2006 Kona Kula Deluxe44/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.9 mphHighest gear28.3 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.2; rear size isn’t listed.

2008 Kona Kula Deluxe44/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 mphHighest gear28.1 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2006 Kona Kula Deluxe
2008 Kona Kula Deluxe
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Deluxe
Kula Deluxe
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,599.00
$2,099.00
Colors
Orange/White
Light Blue/White
Sizes
14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Easton Ultralite Race
Kona Race Light Scandium Butted
Fork
Fox Vanilla R, 100mm travel
RockShox Reba SL, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain mix
Shimano XT
Shifters
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano XT
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type
Cassette
—
Shimano LX
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53
Shimano HG73-9
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505 Clipless
Shimano PD-M505
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC brakes, Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC levers
Hayes Stroker carbon w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Carbon Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Aheadset STS
FSA Orbit DL
Handlebar
Easton EA30 Riser
FSA XC-281AOS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton EA30
FSA OS-150LX
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Race
WTB Rocket V Como
Seatpost
Easton EA30
FSA FR-270
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano Disc HB-525, Rear: Shimano Disc FH-525
FSA XC-300
Rims
Sun DS2-XC
FSA XC-300
Spokes
Stainless steel, 15ga front/14ga rear straight gauge
Fsa
Front Tire
26 x 2.20" Nokian NBX Lite
26 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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