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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 2007 Kona Dawg Deluxe.
- Equipment
2008 Kona Dawg Deluxe has 20 mm more front travel than 2007 Kona Dawg Deluxe in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2007 Kona Dawg Deluxe had an original MSRP $700 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
2007 Kona Dawg Deluxe
Overview
Model Year
2008
2007
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
$1,899.00
Colors
Silver
Green
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 7005 Butted Aluminum
Fork
Fox Float RL, 140mm travel
Marzocchi MX Pro Lockout Air, 120mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP2, 5" travel
Fox Float RP2, 5" travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Deore
Shifters
Shimano LX
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano LX
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano Deore XT
Crankset
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Race Face Ride X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type
Race Face Ride X-Type
Cassette
Shimano Deore
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG53-9
Shimano CN-HG53
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Shimano PD-M505
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker carbon w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Carbon Hydraulic levers
Hayes HFX-9 XC brakes, Hayes HFX-9 XC levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit DL
Th
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve XC Riser OS
Kona XC/BC OS Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Race Face Evolve XC
Kona XC/BC OS
Saddle
WTB Laser V Race
WTB Speed V Comp
Seatpost
Race Face Evolve XC
Kona Double Thumb
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
FSA XC-300
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
FSA XC-300
Sun SOS P1
Spokes
Fsa
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
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.