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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 Jake and 2011 Kona JAKE.
- Identity & price
2009 Kona Jake had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2011 Kona 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.
Lowest1.20:1Highest4.17:1Total range347%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.20:1Highest4.17:1Total range347%
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 Jake
2011 Kona JAKE
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Jake
JAKE
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Cyclocross
Original MSRP
$899.00
$999.00
Colors
Red
Blue
Sizes
47cm, 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 62cm
47, 49, 53, 56, 59, 61, 63cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Fork
Kona P2 700c
Kona Project Two
Fork Material
Unicrown
Aluminum
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cyclocross Mix
Cyclocross Mix
Shifters
Shimano Tiagra STI
Shimano Tiagra
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shimano Tiagra
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
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
KMC HG53
Shimano HG53
Pedals
Wellgo LU-A9
Wellgo LU-A9
Brakes
Brakes
Kore Sport brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI w/Tektro bar top levers levers
Kore Sport brakes, Shimano Tiagra levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH
Fsa
Handlebar
Kona RD
Kona Road
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona RD
Kona XC/Road
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Como
WTB Valcon Comp
Seatpost
Kona RD
Kona Double Clamp
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula, Rear: Shimano Tiagra
Front: Formula, Rear: Shimano Tiagra
Rims
Alex AT450
Alex AT450
Spokes
Sandvic stainless, 15ga front/14ga rear
Sandvik stainless, 15/14ga. (1.8/2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 35c Continental Speed King CX
700 x 35c Maxxis Mud Wrestler
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.