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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 2011 Kona ZING.
- Identity & price
2010 Kona Zing had an original MSRP $150 lower than 2011 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.
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 Zing
2011 Kona ZING
Overview
Model Year
2010
2011
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Zing
ZING
Bicycle Type
Road/sport
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$899.00
$1,049.00
Colors
Metallic Black and Blue
Blue/black
Sizes
49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 61cm
SC49, SC53, SC56, SC59, SC61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
Kona 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Fork
Kona Carbon
Kona Carbon Race
Fork Material
Carbon, aero crown
Carbon
Drivetrain
Component Group
Road Mix
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, 34.9mm clamp
Shimano Sora
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano Tiagra
Crankset
FSA Gossamer, 50/34 teeth
FSA Vero, 34/50t teeth
Bottom Bracket
RPM 7420
Fsa
BB Shell Width
68mm
—
Cassette
Shimano HG50
Shimano HG-50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
KMC HG53
Shimano HG53
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R538 brakes, Shimano Sora levers
Tektro 423A brakes, Shimano Sora levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit C#8
FSA Orbit
Handlebar
Kona Road
Kona Road
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona Road
Kona Road
Saddle
Velo Road
Kona Road Race
Seatpost
Kona Road
Kona Road
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula, Rear: Shimano Tiagra
Shimano R500-A
Rims
Alex Race 24
Shimano R500-A
Spokes
Sandvic stainless, 15g
Shimano R500-A
Front Tire
700 x 23c Continental Ultra Sport
700 x 23c Continental Ultrasport
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.