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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 2007 Kona Kula Deluxe.
- Identity & price
2007 Kona Kula Deluxe had an original MSRP $600 lower than 2008 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
2007 Kona Kula Deluxe
Overview
Model Year
2008
2007
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Deluxe
Kula Deluxe
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$2,099.00
$1,499.00
Colors
Light Blue/White
Wine Red/White
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
Easton Ultralite
Fork
RockShox Reba SL, 100mm travel
Rock Shox Recon 351 Air, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XT
Shimano Deore LX
Shifters
Shimano XT
Shimano LX
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano LX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT
Crankset
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
RaceFace Evolve XC X-Type, 44/32/22 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type
Race Face Evolve XC X-Type
Cassette
Shimano LX
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG73-9
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505
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
1 1/8" threadless TH
Handlebar
FSA XC-281AOS
Easton EA30 OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
FSA OS-150LX
Easton EA30 OS
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Como
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
FSA FR-270
Easton EA30
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
FSA XC-300
Shimano HB-M525 Disc
Rims
FSA XC-300
Sun DS2-XC
Spokes
Fsa
DT Swiss stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
26 x 2.10" 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.