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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 2008 Kona Dawg Deluxe and 2009 Kona Dawg Deluxe.

  2. Identity & price

    2008 Kona Dawg Deluxe had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2009 Kona Dawg 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.

2008 Kona Dawg Deluxe44/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.6 mphHighest gear28.6 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.35; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Kona Dawg Deluxe44/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.6 mphHighest gear28.6 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.35; 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
2008 Kona Dawg Deluxe
2009 Kona Dawg Deluxe
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Dawg Deluxe
Dawg Deluxe
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$2,599.00
$2,999.00
Colors
Silver
Brown Metallic
Sizes
15", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
15", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Race Light Scandium Butted
Kona Race Light Scandium Butted
Fork
Fox Float RL, 140mm travel
Fox 32 Float RL, 140mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Single
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP2, 5" travel
Fox RP2, 6" travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano SLX
Shifters
Shimano LX
Shimano SLX RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano LX
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano SLX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type
Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
BB Shell Width
—
73mm
Cassette
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG53-9
Shimano Deore
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Shimano M520
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker carbon w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Carbon Hydraulic levers
Shimano SLX disc brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit DL
FSA Orbit DL
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve XC Riser OS
Kona XC/BC Deluxe riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Race Face Evolve XC
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Saddle
WTB Laser V Race
WTB Rocket V Comp chromo
Seatpost
Race Face Evolve XC
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
FSA XC-300
Front: FSA XC-150 w/15mm axle, Rear: FSA XC-150
Rims
FSA XC-300
FSA XC-150
Spokes
Fsa
—
Front Tire
26 x 2.35" Maxxis Ignitor
26 x 2.35" 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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