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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 2012 Kona Dew and 2011 Kona DEW.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.82:1Highest4.36:1Total range530%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Lowest0.82:1Highest4.36:1Total range530%
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.
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Specification
2012 Kona Dew
2011 Kona DEW
Overview
Model Year
2012
2011
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Dew
DEW
Bicycle Type
City/Commuter
City/commuter
Original MSRP
Not documented
$409.00
Colors
Black, Dark Blue
Red, Black Matte
Sizes
46cm, 49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 61cm
C46, C49, C53, C56, C59, C61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
Aluminum
Frame Material
Kona 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona 7005 Aluminum Butted
Fork
Kona Project Two
Kona Project Two
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Commuter Mix
Shifters
Shimano EZ-Fire
Shimano EZ Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus SGS
Shimano Altus
Crankset
Shimano M311 48/38/28t
Shimano M311, 48/38/28t teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano UN-26
Shimano UN-26
Cassette
Shimano HG40 8spd 11-34t
Shimano HG40
Rear Cogs
—
8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72
KMC Z-72
Pedals
Wellgo LU-A9
Wellgo LU-A9
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M530
Tektro M530 brakes, Shimano EZ Fire Integrated levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Ch
Ch
Handlebar
Kona Aluminum Riser
Kona Aluminum Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Kona Control
Kona Control
Saddle
Kona Comfort
Kona Comfort
Seatpost
Kona Thumb
Kona Thumb
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Formula
Rims
Shining MT-20
Shining MT-20
Spokes
—
Stainless stainless, 15/14ga. (1.8/2.0mm)
Front Tire
Kenda K-935 700 X 35c
700 x 35c Kenda K-935
Wheel Size
—
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.