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2012 Kona Big Unit · 2009 Kona Big Unit

Specification2012 Kona Big Unit2009 Kona Big Unit
Overview
Model year20122009
BrandKonaKona
ModelBig UnitBig Unit
Bicycle typeMountainMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID202553916944
Original MSRP—$1,999.00
ColorsBlueLime Green Metallic
Sizes16, 18, 19, 20, 2216", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Frameset
Frame construction—TIG-welded
Frame materialKona Scandium 69 Butted AlloyKona Race Light Scandium Butted
ForkRockShox SID RLT 100mmFox 32 F29 RL, 80mm travel
Fork material—Single
Rear shock—N/A
Drivetrain
Component group—Single Speed Mix
Shifters—N/A
Front derailleur—N/A
Rear derailleur—N/A
CranksetE*13 The HiveRace Face Atlas SS w/bashguard, 32 teeth
Bottom bracketE*13 The HiveRace Face X-Type
BB shell width—73mm
CassetteShimano 18tFormula Sprocket
Rear cogs—1-speed, 18 teeth
ChainKMC Z610KMC Z610
Pedals—Shimano PD-M520
Brakes
BrakesAvid Elixir 7 180/160mmShimano M575 disc brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetFSA No.57E1 1/8" FSA Orbit DL
HandlebarKona Deluxe Energy BarKona XC/BC Deluxe riser
Handlebar extensions—Not included
StemKona XC/RoadKona XC/BC Deluxe
SaddleWTB Valcon CompWTB Rocket V Comp
SeatpostKona Primo Double Clamp OffsetKona XC/BC Deluxe
Wheels & tires
Hubs—Formula disc
RimsStans/NoTubes ZTR ArchSSMavic TN 719
Spokes—Sandvic stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front tireMaxxis Aspen 29x2.1 Kevlar29 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
Wheel size—29" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 11, 2026.