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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 Major Jake and 2007 Kona Major Jake.
- Identity & price
2007 Kona Major Jake had an original MSRP $850 lower than 2009 Kona Major Jake.
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.
Lowest1.44:1Highest3.83:1Total range266%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.44:1Highest3.83:1Total range266%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×35; 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 Major Jake
2007 Kona Major Jake
Overview
Model Year
2009
2007
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Major Jake
Major Jake
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Cyclocross
Original MSRP
$2,199.00
$1,349.00
Colors
Gloss White
Orange/Carbon
Sizes
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 62cm
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 62cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Race Light Scandium Butted
Easton Ultralite Race w/EC90 Seat Stays
Fork
Alpha Q/True Temper CX20
Easton EC90X Carbon
Fork Material
Carbon, aero crown
Carbon fiber, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cyclocross Mix
Shimano 105
Shifters
Shimano 105 STI
Shimano 105, 10-speed, STI, flight deck compatible
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105, 10-speed
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano 105, 10-speed, short cage
Crankset
FSA Gossamer Compact, 36/46 teeth
FSA Gossamer Mega Exo Compact, 36/46 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
FSA Mega EXO
BB Shell Width
68mm
—
Cassette
Shimano 105
—
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Shimano 105
Shimano 105, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Not included
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Kore Race Plus brakes, Shimano 105 STI w/Tektro top mount levers levers
Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano 105, 10-speed, STI, flight deck compatible levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSA Orbit X CX
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit DL
Handlebar
FSA RD-250
Easton EA50 31.8mm
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-150LX
Easton EA50 31.8mm
Saddle
WTB Rocket V SLT
WTB Rocket V Street Smart
Seatpost
FSA SL-250
Easton EA50
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Mavic Ksyrium Equipe
Mavic Ksyrium Equipe
Rims
Mavic Ksyrium Equipe
Mavic Ksyrium Equipe
Spokes
—
Mavic aluminum, Wheelset
Front Tire
700 x 35c Continental Speed King CX
700 x 35c Maxxis Larson Mimo CX
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.