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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Kona Dawg Deluxe and 2010 Kona Dawg Deluxe.
- Identity & price
2010 Kona Dawg Deluxe had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2008 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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.35; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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
2010 Kona Dawg Deluxe
Overview
Model Year
2008
2010
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
$2,199.00
Colors
Silver
Pearl White/Metallic Blue
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
RockShox Recon 335 Solo Air, 140mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Magnesium/aluminum/steel, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP2, 5" travel
Fox Float RP2, 6" travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano LX
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano LX
Shimano Deore, 34.9mm clamp
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano SLX, 44/32/22 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type
Shimano SLX
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
KMC HG53
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Shimano M520
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker carbon w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Carbon Hydraulic levers
Shimano M575 Hydraulic Disc w/7" Rotor brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit DL
1 1/8" - 1 1/2" FSA Gravity SXE
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve XC Riser OS
Kona XC/BC Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Race Face Evolve XC
Kona XC/BC
Saddle
WTB Laser V Race
WTB Speed V Comp
Seatpost
Race Face Evolve XC
Kona XC/BC
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
FSA XC-300
Front: Formula disc, Rear: Shimano M525 disc
Rims
FSA XC-300
Sun Eq 2.1SL
Spokes
Fsa
Sandvic stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.35" Maxxis Ignitor
26 x 2.35 Kenda Nevegal Kevlar
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.