Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1994 Kona Explosif · 1997 Kona Explosif
| Specification | 1994 Kona Explosif | 1997 Kona Explosif |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1994 | 1997 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | Explosif | Explosif |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 15233 | 68339 |
| Original MSRP | $1,199.00 | $1,649.00 |
| Colors | — | Matte mustard |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20" | 14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20" |
| Weight | 24.7 lb | 23.8 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Tange Prestige chromoly | Columbus Max |
| Fork | Marzocchi XC-51 air/oil | Rock Shox Indy SL |
| Fork material | — | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | — | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT / Suntour/SR | Shimano Deore XT/LX |
| Shifters | Suntour XC Pro top-mount | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Sugino Impel 700, 22/32/42 teeth | Sugino Mighty 900, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | — | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC Super Shuttle | Shimano CN-IG71, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | LXT Superlight | Wellgo WPD-700 (clipless) |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Kona 879 AG with Kool Stop shoes brakes, levers | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-2.0 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | — | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset ALC |
| Handlebar | Kona Slim 150 titanium | Kona Slim 165 |
| Handlebar extensions | — | Not included |
| Stem | Kona Race Light Velocity | Tahoma Sonne IV |
| Saddle | Kona Race Light, titanium rails | Selle Italia Expedia |
| Seatpost | Kona Race Light O-Beam | Tahoma DP 310, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano Deore XT | Front: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano Deore XT |
| Rims | Mavic 230, 36-hole | Mavic 220S, 32-hole |
| Spokes | — | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | — | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Kona A:\Drive | 26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch |
| Rear tire | — | 26 x 2.00" Kona Sniff |
| Wheel size | — | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1994 Kona Explosif | 1997 Kona Explosif |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1054.1 mm | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.