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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 2007 Kona Kula Supreme.
- Equipment
2008 Kona Kula Supreme has 5 mm more front travel than 2007 Kona Kula Supreme in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2007 Kona Kula Supreme had an original MSRP $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 26×2.1; 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 Kula Supreme
2007 Kona Kula Supreme
Overview
Model Year
2008
2007
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Supreme
Kula Supreme
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$5,599.00
$4,999.00
Colors
Orange/ White
Mint Green/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
Rock Shox Sid World Cup, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Shifters
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Front Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XTR
Crankset
Shimano XTR, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano XTR, 44/32/22 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech II
Shimano XTR
Cassette
Shimano XTR
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG93
Shimano CN-HG93, 1/2 x 3/32"
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
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit DL
Handlebar
FSA MK100 OS
Easton EA70 31.8mm
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
FSA OS-115 A
Easton EC70
Saddle
Selle Italia Flite
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
FSA K-Force
Easton EC70 Carbon
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Mavic Crossmax SL Disc
Shimano XTR
Rims
Mavic Crossmax SL Disc
Shimano XTR WH-M959
Spokes
Mavic
Shimano, Wheelset
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Maxxis CrossMark Exception
26 x 2.10" Maxxis Crossmark
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.