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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Kona Kula Deluxe and 2005 Kona Kula Deluxe.
- Identity & price
2006 Kona Kula Deluxe had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2005 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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.2; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; 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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2006 Kona Kula Deluxe
2005 Kona Kula Deluxe
Overview
Model Year
2006
2005
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Deluxe
Kula Deluxe
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,599.00
$1,799.00
Colors
Orange/White
Red/White/Blue
Sizes
14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Easton Ultralite Race
Easton Ultralite Race
Fork
Fox Vanilla R, 100mm travel
Fox FRL, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore XT RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore XT, top-pull
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
RaceFace Deus XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type
Race Face Deus XC X-Type
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53
Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505 Clipless
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC brakes, Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC levers
Hayes HFX-9 Carbon Disc front/Hayes HFX-9 Carbon XC rear brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Carbon XC levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Aheadset STS
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
Handlebar
Easton EA30 Riser
Easton EA50
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Easton EA30
Easton EA50
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Race
WTB Rocket V Race Carbon
Seatpost
Easton EA30
Easton EA50
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano Disc HB-525, Rear: Shimano Disc FH-525
Front: Shimano HB-M525 Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M525
Rims
Sun DS2-XC
Sun Rims DS1-XC, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 15ga front/14ga rear straight gauge
Stainless steel, 15/17ga. (1.8/1.5mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
—
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 2.20" Nokian NBX Lite
26 x 2.00" Tioga Red Phoenix
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.