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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2009 Kona Sutra is Touring; 2011 Kona SUTRA is Road.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Kona Sutra and 2011 Kona SUTRA.
- Identity & price
2009 Kona Sutra had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2011 Kona SUTRA.
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.
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.55:1Total range485%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×32; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.55:1Total range485%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×32; 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 Sutra
2011 Kona Sutra
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Sutra
Sutra
Bicycle Type
Touring
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$1,199.00
$1,399.00
Colors
Light Green
Dark green metallic
Sizes
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm
SC49, SC53, SC56, SC59, SC61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Steel
Frame Material
Kona Chromoly Butted
Kona Cromoly Butted
Fork
Kona P2 700c Disc w/Lowrider
Kona Project Two
Fork Material
Unicrown
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Drivetrain
Component Group
Touring Mix
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano Bar-Con
Shimano Bar-Con
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
FSA Omega, 30/39/50 teeth
Shimano Sora, 50/39/30t teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
Shimano Sora
BB Shell Width
68mm
—
Cassette
Shimano Deore
Shimano HG-50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano Deore
Shimano HG50
Pedals
Not included
—
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7 Road disc brakes, Tektro RL-520A levers
Avid BB7 brakes, Tektro RL-340 alloy levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH
Fsa
Handlebar
Kona Sweeper
Kona Deluxe Road Bar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona Touring
Kona Deluxe Road
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Como
WTB Rocket V Como
Seatpost
Kona RD Deluxe
Kona Double Clamp
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano M525 disc
Shimano Deore disc
Rims
Mavic A317 Disc
Freedom Ryder 21
Spokes
Sandvic stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Sandvik stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 32c Continental Contact
700 x 32c Continental Contact
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.