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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2004 Kona Kikapu and 2005 Kona Kikapu.
- Identity & price
2004 Kona Kikapu had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2005 Kona Kikapu.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; 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
2004 Kona Kikapu
2005 Kona Kikapu
Overview
Model Year
2004
2005
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kikapu
Kikapu
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$999.00
$1,099.00
Colors
Black/Silver
Matte Silver/White
Sizes
14", 16", 18", 19", 20", 21", 23"
14", 16", 18", 19", 20", 21", 23"
Weight
30.9 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi MZ Comp, 100mm travel
Marzocchi MZ Comp, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Vanilla, 3.5" travel
Fox Float
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on
Shimano Deore, top-pull
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore LX SGS
Crankset
TruVativ Five D, 22/32/44 teeth
TruVativ Blaze, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ LE
TruVativ ISIS Drive
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Wellgo A9 w/ clips and straps
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M475 Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid FR-1 levers
Shimano BR-M475 Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Victor VP-A71
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
Handlebar
Kona Riser
Kona Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
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Stem
TruVativ XR
Kona Control
Saddle
Kona Comfort Comp
WTB Pure V Sport
Seatpost
Kona Thumb
Kalloy SP-359
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano HB-M475 Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
Mavic XM 117 Disc, 32-hole
Sun Rims Black Eye, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 15ga. Front / 14ga. Rear straight gauge
Stainless steel, 15/17ga. (1.8/1.5mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 1.95" Tioga Terra Firma
26 x 2.00" Tioga Red Phoenix
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.