Velopedia Bicycle Archive
Compare Bicycles
Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.
Edit comparison
Add a bicycle
Search the Archive without leaving this comparison.
1 of 2 bicycles
At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Kona Kula Deluxe and 2010 Kona Kula Deluxe.
- Identity & price
2008 Kona Kula Deluxe had an original MSRP $500 lower than 2010 Kona Kula 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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total 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.
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 Deluxe
2010 Kona Kula Deluxe
Overview
Model Year
2008
2010
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Deluxe
Kula Deluxe
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$2,099.00
$2,599.00
Colors
Light Blue/White
Brushed grey
Sizes
14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
14", 16", 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
RockShox Reba SL, 100mm travel
RockShox Reba SL, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XT
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT, 31.8mm 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 LX
Shimano SLX
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG73-9
KMC HG53
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505
Shimano M520
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker carbon w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Carbon Hydraulic levers
Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc w/ 7" Rotor front/Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc w/ 6" Rotor rear brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit DL
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit DL
Handlebar
FSA XC-281AOS
Kona XC/BC Deluxe riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-150LX
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Como
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
FSA FR-270
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
FSA XC-300
Mavic CrossTrail
Rims
FSA XC-300
Mavic CrossTrail
Spokes
Fsa
Mavic Crosstrail
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
26 x 2.10" Kenda Komodo 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.