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2011 Kona Big Kahuna · 2013 Kona Big Kahuna

Specification2011 Kona Big Kahuna2013 Kona Big Kahuna
Overview
Model year20112013
BrandKonaKona
ModelBIG KAHUNABig Kahuna
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspensionMountain Hardtail
Archive ID234099228330
Original MSRP$1,699.00—
ColorsMatt greenMatte Gray/White/Silver
Sizes16", 18", 19", 20", 22"16", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Frameset
Frame constructionAluminum—
Frame materialKona Race Light 7005 Aluminum ButtedKona Scandium
ForkRockShox Recon Solo Air, 100mm travelRockShox Reba RL 29 100mm
Rear shockN/A—
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain Mix—
ShiftersSRAM X7SRAM X7
Front derailleurSRAM X-7SRAM X7
Rear derailleurSRAM X.9SRAM X9
CranksetSram X-7, 44/32/22t teethSRAM X7 38/24t
Bottom bracketSRAM X.7SRAM GXP
CassetteSRAM PowerGlideSRAM PG 1030 11x36T
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 36 teeth2x10 Speeds
ChainSRAM PowerChain 1030SRAM PC 1031
PedalsShimano M520Shimano M520
Brakes
BrakesAvid Elixir 5 brakes, Avid Elixir 5 leversAvid Elixir 5
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetFSA no.57BP-1FSA No. 57B-1
HandlebarKona Energy DeluxeKona Energy
Handlebar extensionsNot included—
StemKona XC/RoadKona XC/Road Deluxe
SaddleWTB Valcon CompWTB Volt Comp
SeatpostKona Primo Double ClampKona Offset
Wheels & tires
HubsEaston XC 29er—
RimsEaston XC 29erEaston XC 29er
SpokesEaston XC 29er—
Front tire29 x 2.1'' Maxxis AspenMaxxis Ikon 29x2.2
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.