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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 Kula Lisa and 2011 Kona KULA LISA.
- Gearing
2011 Kona KULA LISA has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2009 Kona Kula Lisa.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2011 Kona KULA LISA had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2009 Kona Kula Lisa.
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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
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 Kula Lisa
2011 Kona Kula Lisa
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Lisa
Kula Lisa
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,449.00
$1,249.00
Colors
White
Aqua/gold/white
Sizes
Womens 14", womens 16", womens 17", womens 18"
14", 16", 17", 18"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Fork
RockShox Recon Race Solo Air, 100mm travel
RockShox Recon Silver TK Solo Air, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
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Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano Deore XT Shadow
Crankset
Shimano SLX, 22/32/44 teeth
FSA Comet, 44/32/22t teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
FSA Mega EXO
BB Shell Width
73mm
—
Cassette
Shimano Deore
Shimano HG53
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano Deore
Shimano HG53
Pedals
Shimano M520
Shimano M505
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M575 disc brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Avid Elixir 5 brakes, Avid Elixir 5 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH
Fsa
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC Deluxe riser
Kona XC/BC Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Kona XC/Road
Saddle
WTB Speed She Sport
Kona Lisa
Seatpost
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Kona Double Clamp
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano M525 disc
Shimano M475
Rims
Sun DS2-XC
Mavic XM-119
Spokes
Sandvic stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Sandvik stainless, 15g
Front Tire
26 x 2.1" Maxxis Ignitor
26 x 2.1'' Maxxis Aspen
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.