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2011 Kona Big Kahuna · 2012 Kona Big Kahuna

Specification2011 Kona Big Kahuna2012 Kona Big Kahuna
Overview
Model year20112012
BrandKonaKona
ModelBIG KAHUNABig Kahuna
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspensionMountain
Archive ID234092025296
Original MSRP$1,699.00—
ColorsMatt greenGrey/Black
Sizes16", 18", 19", 20", 22"16, 18, 19, 20, 22
Frameset
Frame constructionAluminum—
Frame materialKona Race Light 7005 Aluminum ButtedKona Scandium 69 Butted Alloy
ForkRockShox Recon Solo Air, 100mm travelRockShox Reba RL 29
Rear shockN/A—
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain Mix—
ShiftersSRAM X7SRAM X7 10spd
Front derailleurSRAM X-7SRAM X7
Rear derailleurSRAM X.9SRAM X9 10spd
CranksetSram X-7, 44/32/22t teethSRAM X7 39/26t
Bottom bracketSRAM X.7SRAM X7
CassetteSRAM PowerGlideSRAM PG-1030 12-36T
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 36 teeth—
ChainSRAM PowerChain 1030SRAM PC-1031
PedalsShimano M520Shimano 520 clipless
Brakes
BrakesAvid Elixir 5 brakes, Avid Elixir 5 leversAvid Elixir 5 180/160mm
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetFSA no.57BP-1FSA No. 57-B
HandlebarKona Energy DeluxeKona Deluxe Energy Bar
Handlebar extensionsNot included—
StemKona XC/RoadKona XC/Road
SaddleWTB Valcon CompWTB Valcon Comp
SeatpostKona Primo Double ClampKona Double Clamp Offset
Wheels & tires
HubsEaston XC 29er—
RimsEaston XC 29erEaston XC 29er
SpokesEaston XC 29er—
Front tire29 x 2.1'' Maxxis AspenMaxxis Ikon 29x2.2 Kevlar
Wheel size29" wheels—

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 7, 2026.