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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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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 King Kahuna and 2009 Kona King Kahuna.

  2. Identity & price

    2009 Kona King Kahuna had an original MSRP $500 lower than 2010 Kona King Kahuna.

    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.

2010 Kona King 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 King 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 King Kahuna
2009 Kona King Kahuna
Overview
Model Year
2010
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
King Kahuna
King Kahuna
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$2,799.00
$2,299.00
Colors
Brushed Grey
Gray 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 Scandium Butted
Kona Race Light Scandium Butted
Fork
Fox 32 F29 80-RL TA w/15mm Droupouts, 80mm travel
Fox 32 F29 RL, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano XT/SLX
Shifters
Shimano XT
Shimano XT Rapid Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX, 31.8mm clamp
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
Shimano XT, 44/32/22 teeth
Shimano SLX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XT
Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
BB Shell Width
73mm
73mm
Cassette
Shimano HG80
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Pedals
Shimano M520
Shimano M520
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc w/ 7" Rotor front/Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc w/ 6" Rotor rear brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers
Shimano SLX disc brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit DL
1 1/8" FSA Orbit DL
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
WTB Rocket V Comp chromo
Seatpost
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Kona XC/BC Deluxe
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Kore XC2 29er
FSA XC-290
Rims
Kore XC2 29er
FSA XC-290
Spokes
Kore XC2 29er
—
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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