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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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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 and 2007 Kona Dawg.

  2. Equipment

    2008 Kona Dawg has 20 mm more front travel than 2007 Kona Dawg in the selected sizes.

    Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.

  3. Identity & price

    2007 Kona Dawg had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2008 Kona Dawg.

    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 Dawg44/32/22T · 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.

2007 Kona Dawg44/32/22T · 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
2007 Kona Dawg
Overview
Model Year
2008
2007
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Dawg
Dawg
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$1,899.00
$1,499.00
Colors
Blue
Red
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
Marzocchi XC 600 TST2 Air, 140mm travel
Marzocchi MX Pro, 120mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP2, 5" travel
Fox Float, 5" travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Deore
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano Deore
Crankset
FSA Moto MegaExo, 22/32/44 teeth
FSA Alpha Drive, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
FSA Isis
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-M505
Shimano PD-M505
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker Trail w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Trail Hydraulic levers
Hayes Sole brakes, Hayes Sole levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Th
Th
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC
Kona XC/BC OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona XC/BC
Kona XC/BC OS
Saddle
WTB Speed V Comp
WTB Speed V Comp
Seatpost
Kona XC/BC
Kona Double Thumb
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano M525 disc
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
Sun EQ 2.3SL
Sun SOS P1
Spokes
DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
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.

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