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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 2000 Kona KAPU.

  2. Gearing

    2008 Kona Kapu has a 8% lower climbing ratio than 2000 Kona KAPU.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

  3. Identity & price

    2008 Kona Kapu had an original MSRP $300 lower than 2000 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.

2000 Kona KAPU53/39T · 11–23T · 9-speed
Lowest1.70:1Highest4.82:1Total range284%

Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.

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
2000 Kona KAPU
Overview
Model Year
2008
2000
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kapu
KAPU
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$2,099.00
$2,399.00
Colors
Orange
Light Stinky Green/White
Sizes
49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Dedacciai SAT Cromoly Butted w/Chrome Lugs
Easton SC7000 Scandium alloy
Fork
Kona Retro Road
Kona mUDSHARK
Fork Material
Aero
Carbon fiber composite, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra
Shifters
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra SS
Crankset
FSA Energy, 39/53 teeth
Shimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
Shimano BB-6500
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra
—
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 23 teeth
Chain
Shimano 105
Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
—
Shimano PD-6600 SPD-R
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra brakes, Shimano Ultegra levers
Shimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit X
WTB Momentum Comp ST
Handlebar
FSA RD305 OS
TTT Forma
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-150XT
Race Face Prodigy
Saddle
Selle Italia XR Light Maganese
SDG Comp
Seatpost
FSA SL-280
Kona O-Beam
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Ultegra
Mavic Classics Elite
Rims
Mavic Open Sport
Mavic Classics Elite
Spokes
DT Swiss, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Stainless steel
Front Tire
700 x 23c Continental Ultrarace
Michelin Axial Super Comp
Wheel Size
700c wheels
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Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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