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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 2010 Kona Cowan and 2009 Kona Cowan.
- Data limitation
Only 2009 Kona Cowan has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Equipment
2009 Kona Cowan has 20 mm more front travel than 2010 Kona Cowan in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2010 Kona Cowan had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2009 Kona Cowan.
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.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest1.13:1Highest3.27:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.2; 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
2010 Kona Cowan
2009 Kona Cowan
Overview
Model Year
2010
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Cowan
Cowan
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,199.00
$1,299.00
Colors
Olive Green
White
Sizes
12", 14", 15"
S, M, L
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Clump 7005 Aluminum
Kona Clump DH 7005 Aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 1 w/20mm axle, 80mm travel
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 2, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Dirt Jump Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
—
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
E.Thirteen TRC
E.Thirteen STS, chain retention device
Rear Derailleur
—
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
FSA Moto FR, 32 teeth
FSA Moto-X, 36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
FSA Mega EXO
BB Shell Width
73mm
73mm
Cassette
Cassette driver
Shimano HG40
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 13 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Yaban MK918N
Shimano HG50
Pedals
Kona Wah-Wah
Kona Jackshit Primo
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M575 Hydraulic Disc w/ 6" Rotor brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Shimano M575 disc brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA internal ZST-10
1 1/8" FSA ZST-10
Handlebar
Kona Cowan Signature
Kona Cowan Signature
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona Clump
Kona Clump
Saddle
WTB Jaxon V
Alienation Recliner Pivotal
Seatpost
Kona XC/BC
Alienation Billy Club Pivotal
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula disc
Front: Formula DH 20mm, Rear: Shimano M525 disc
Rims
Sun EQ 2.9SL
Sun EQ 3.1SL
Spokes
Sandvic stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Sandvic stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.3" Kenda K-Rad
26 x 2.20" Maxxis Holy Roller
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.