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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2010 Kona Big Kahuna and 2009 Kona Big Kahuna.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2010 Kona Big Kahuna44/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.0 mphHighest gear30.7 mph

Uses front tire 29×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Kona Big Kahuna44/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.0 mphHighest gear30.7 mph

Uses front tire 29×2.1; 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 Big Kahuna
2009 Kona Big Kahuna
Overview
Model Year
2010
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Big Kahuna
Big Kahuna
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,499.00
$1,499.00
Colors
Metallic Bone White
Brown Metallic/Pearl White
Sizes
16", 18", 19", 20", 22"
16", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Fork
RockShox Tora SL Solo, 80mm travel
RockShox Tora Race 29er, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Magnesium/aluminum/steel, single crown
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Deore
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, 31.8mm clamp
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
Shimano SLX, 44/32/22 teeth
Shimano SLX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
BB Shell Width
73mm
73mm
Cassette
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
KMC HG53
Shimano Deore
Pedals
Shimano M520
Shimano M520
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M575 Hydraulic Disc w/7" Rotor front/Shimano M575 Hydraulic Disc w/6" Rotor rear brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Shimano M575 disc brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless TH
1 1/8" TH
Handlebar
Kona Deluxe Energy Bar
Kona XC/BC Deluxe riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Comp OE
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Kore XCD 2
Front: Formula disc, Rear: Shimano M525 disc
Rims
Kore XCD 2
Sun EQ 2.3SL
Spokes
Kore XCD 2
—
Front Tire
29 x 2.10" Kenda Small Block 8
29 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
Wheel Size
29" wheels
29" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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