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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 2009 Kona Caldera and 2007 Kona Caldera.
- Identity & price
2007 Kona Caldera had an original MSRP $160 lower than 2009 Kona Caldera.
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
2009 Kona Caldera
2007 Kona Caldera
Overview
Model Year
2009
2007
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Caldera
Caldera
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,059.00
$899.00
Colors
Green Metallic
Black
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 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona 7005 Butted Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Tora XC, 100mm travel
Marzocchi MZ Race, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Shifters
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT
Crankset
FSA Moto MegaExo, 22/32/44 teeth
FSA Alpha Drive, 44/32/22 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
RPM Isis
BB Shell Width
73mm
—
Cassette
Shimano Deore
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano Deore
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505
Kona Jackshit
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M575 disc brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Hayes HFX-9 XC brakes, Hayes HFX-9 XC levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH
1 1/8" threadless TH
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC
WTB CXC Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Kona XC/BC
WTB CXC
Saddle
WTB Speed V Comp
WTB Laser V Sport
Seatpost
Kona XC/BC
WTB CXC
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula disc, Rear: Shimano M475 disc
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
Sun Black Eye
Sun Black Eye
Spokes
Sandvic stainless, 15/14ga. (1.8/2.0mm)
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.