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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2012 Kona King Zing and 2008 Kona King Zing.
- Gearing
2012 Kona King Zing has a 13% lower climbing ratio than 2008 Kona King Zing.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.36:1Highest4.17:1Total range306%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.42:1Total range283%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; 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
2012 Kona King Zing
2008 Kona King Zing
Overview
Model Year
2012
2008
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
King Zing
King Zing
Bicycle Type
Road
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
Not documented
$2,999.00
Colors
Orange/Carbon
Red
Sizes
49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 61cm
49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
Bonded/monocoque
Frame Material
Carbon Race by Deda
Dedacciai Scuro HCR Carbon
Fork
Carbon Race by Deda
Dedacciai Black Drive
Fork Material
—
Carbon, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Shimano Ultegra SL
Shifters
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra SL
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano Ultegra SL
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra SS
Shimano Ultegra SL
Crankset
FSA SL-K Carbon 50/34t
FSA SLK Light Carbon, 39/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA SLK
FSA Mega EXO
Cassette
Shimano CS-5700 12-25 10spd
Shimano Ultegra
Rear Cogs
—
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN5701
Shimano Ultegra
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra SL brakes, Shimano Ultegra SL levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA No.42
FSA Orbit CE Plus Integrated/Carbon Top Cap
Handlebar
FSA Carbon
FSA K-Wing Carbon Aero OS
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
FSA Carbon
FSA OS-190CW
Saddle
Selle Italia SL Monolink
Selle Italia Filante Special Edition
Seatpost
FSA Carbon
Deda Carbon
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Mavic Ksyrium Equipe
Rims
Mavic Ksyrium Equipe
Mavic Ksyrium Equipe
Spokes
—
Mavic
Front Tire
Conti Ultra Race 700 X 23c
700 x 23c Continental Ultrarace
Wheel Size
—
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.