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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 Kula Supreme and 2006 Kona Kula Supreme.
- Identity & price
2006 Kona Kula Supreme had an original MSRP $1,600 lower than 2008 Kona Kula Supreme.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.9; 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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2008 Kona Kula Supreme
2006 Kona Kula Supreme
Overview
Model Year
2008
2006
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Supreme
Kula Supreme
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$5,599.00
$3,999.00
Colors
Orange/ White
Yellow/White
Sizes
16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Race Light Scandium Butted
Kona Scandium Race Butted
Fork
RockShox Reba World Cup, 85mm travel
Fox F100RL
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XTR
Mountain mix
Shifters
Shimano XTR
Shimano Deore XT
Front Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano Deore XT
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano Deore XTR
Crankset
Shimano XTR, 22/32/44 teeth
FSA Carbon Fiber MegaExo, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech II
FSA Mega EXO
Cassette
Shimano XTR
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG93
Shimano CN-HG73
Pedals
—
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Disc brakes, Shimano XTR levers
Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit DL
Aheadset SAS
Handlebar
FSA MK100 OS
Easton Carbon EC70 XC Flatbar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-115 A
Easton EA70 MTB
Saddle
Selle Italia Flite
Selle Italia SLR Kit Carbonio
Seatpost
FSA K-Force
Easton Carbon EC 70
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Mavic Crossmax SL Disc
Mavic CrossMax SL
Rims
Mavic Crossmax SL Disc
Mavic Crossmax SL
Spokes
Mavic
Mavic Zicral
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Maxxis CrossMark Exception
26 x 1.90" Nokian Boazabeana 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.