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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 Zing and 2009 Kona Zing.
- Identity & price
2010 Kona Zing had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2009 Kona Zing.
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.
Lowest1.36:1Highest4.17:1Total range306%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.36:1Highest4.17:1Total range306%
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
2010 Kona Zing
2009 Kona Zing
Overview
Model Year
2010
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Zing
Zing
Bicycle Type
Road/sport
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$899.00
$1,299.00
Colors
Metallic Black and Blue
Metallic Red
Sizes
49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 61cm
49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Fork
Kona Carbon
Kona Carbon Race
Fork Material
Carbon, aero crown
Carbon, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Road Mix
Shimano 105
Shifters
Shimano Sora
Shimano 105 STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, 34.9mm clamp
Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano Ultegra
Crankset
FSA Gossamer, 50/34 teeth
FSA Omega Compact, 34/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
RPM 7420
FSA Mega EXO
BB Shell Width
68mm
68mm
Cassette
Shimano HG50
Shimano 105
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
KMC HG53
Shimano 105
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R538 brakes, Shimano Sora levers
Tektro R-720 brakes, Shimano 105 STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit C#8
FSA Orbit C
Handlebar
Kona Road
FSA RD-320S
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona Road
FSA OS-190LX
Saddle
Velo Road
Selle Italia FK
Seatpost
Kona Road
Kona Thumb
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula, Rear: Shimano Tiagra
Mavic Aksium
Rims
Alex Race 24
Mavic Aksium
Spokes
Sandvic stainless, 15g
—
Front Tire
700 x 23c Continental Ultra Sport
700 x 23c Continental Ultra Sport
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.