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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 Kapu and 2009 Kona Kapu.

  2. Identity & price

    2008 Kona Kapu had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2009 Kona Kapu.

    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 Kapu53/39T · 12–25T · 10-speed
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.42:1Total range283%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear11.0 mphHighest gear31.1 mph

Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Kona Kapu53/39T · 12–25T · 10-speed
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.42:1Total range283%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear11.0 mphHighest gear31.1 mph

Uses front tire 700C×23; 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 Kapu
2009 Kona Kapu
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kapu
Kapu
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$2,099.00
$2,299.00
Colors
Orange
Metallic Sun Yellow
Sizes
49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Dedacciai SAT Cromoly Butted w/Chrome Lugs
Dedacciai SAT Bronze welded Chromoly
Fork
Kona Retro Road
Kona Retro Road
Fork Material
Aero
Aero
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra
Shifters
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra
Crankset
FSA Energy, 39/53 teeth
FSA Energy, 39/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
FSA Mega EXO
BB Shell Width
—
68mm
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Pedals
—
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra brakes, Shimano Ultegra levers
Shimano R650 brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit X
FSA Orbit C#8
Handlebar
FSA RD305 OS
FSA RD250 OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-150XT
FSA OS-150XT
Saddle
Selle Italia XR Light Maganese
Selle Italia XR Light Maganese
Seatpost
FSA SL-280
FSA SL-280
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra
Rims
Mavic Open Sport
Mavic Open Sport
Spokes
DT Swiss, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Sandvic stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
700 x 23c Continental Ultrarace
700 x 23c Continental Ultrarace
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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