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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2006 Kona Sutra is Gravel & Cyclocross; 2009 Kona Sutra is Touring.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Kona Sutra and 2009 Kona Sutra.
- Identity & price
2009 Kona Sutra had an original MSRP $300 lower than 2006 Kona Sutra.
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.
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.73:1Total range504%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×32; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.55:1Total range485%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×32; 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 Sutra
2009 Kona Sutra
Overview
Model Year
2006
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Sutra
Sutra
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Touring
Original MSRP
$1,499.00
$1,199.00
Colors
Grey/Black
Light Green
Sizes
C49cm, C52cm, C54cm, C56cm, C58cm, C60cm
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Dedacciai COM 12.5 Butted Cromoly
Kona Chromoly Butted
Fork
Kona Project Two TB Disc w/Lowrider
Kona P2 700c Disc w/Lowrider
Fork Material
Chromoly, Unicrown crown
Unicrown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cyclocross mix
Touring Mix
Shifters
Shimano 105
Shimano Bar-Con
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano XT
Crankset
Truvativ Rouleur GXP, 30/42/52 teeth
FSA Omega, 30/39/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Rouleur GXP
FSA Mega EXO
BB Shell Width
—
68mm
Cassette
—
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53
Shimano Deore
Pedals
Not included
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7 Road disc brakes, Shimano 105 levers
Avid BB7 Road disc brakes, Tektro RL-520A levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Aheadset STS
1 1/8" TH
Handlebar
Easton EA30 OS
Kona Sweeper
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton EA30 OS
Kona Touring
Saddle
WTB Street Smart Rocket V
WTB Rocket V Como
Seatpost
Easton EA30
Kona RD Deluxe
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano HB-M525 disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M525 disc
Shimano M525 disc
Rims
Mavic A 317 Disc
Mavic A317 Disc
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Sandvic stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 32c Nokian Ultra Tour
700 x 32c Continental Contact
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.