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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 2009 Kona Big Kahuna and 2010 Kona Big Kahuna.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2009 Kona Big Kahuna44/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.0 mphHighest gear30.7 mph

Uses front tire 29×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.

2010 Kona Big Kahuna44/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.0 mphHighest gear30.7 mph

Uses front tire 29×2.1; 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.

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Specification
2009 Kona Big Kahuna
2010 Kona Big Kahuna
Overview
Model Year
2009
2010
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Big Kahuna
Big Kahuna
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,499.00
$1,499.00
Colors
Brown Metallic/Pearl White
Metallic Bone White
Sizes
16", 18", 19", 20", 22"
16", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Fork
RockShox Tora Race 29er, 80mm travel
RockShox Tora SL Solo, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Magnesium/aluminum/steel, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore, 31.8mm clamp
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
Shimano SLX, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano SLX, 44/32/22 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
Shimano SLX
BB Shell Width
73mm
73mm
Cassette
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano Deore
KMC HG53
Pedals
Shimano M520
Shimano M520
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M575 disc brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Shimano M575 Hydraulic Disc w/7" Rotor front/Shimano M575 Hydraulic Disc w/6" Rotor rear brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH
1 1/8" threadless TH
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC Deluxe riser
Kona Deluxe Energy Bar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Comp
WTB Rocket V Comp OE
Seatpost
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula disc, Rear: Shimano M525 disc
Kore XCD 2
Rims
Sun EQ 2.3SL
Kore XCD 2
Spokes
—
Kore XCD 2
Front Tire
29 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
29 x 2.10" Kenda Small Block 8
Wheel Size
29" wheels
29" wheels

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

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