Bicycle Archive · Specification report2002 Kona King Kikapu · 2003 Kona King Kikapu
| Specification | 2002 Kona King Kikapu | 2003 Kona King Kikapu |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2002 | 2003 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | King Kikapu | King Kikapu |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 37035 | 38694 |
| Original MSRP | $2,899.00 | $3,999.00 |
| Colors | Red/Polished | Black, Fox Platinum |
| Sizes | 16", 18", 19", 20", 21" | 16", 18", 19", 20" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Easton Ultralite | Easton Ultralite |
| Fork | Marzocchi Marathon S, 3.15" travel | Fox F80RLT, 80mm travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum, single triple-clamp crown | Aluminum, single crown |
| Rear shock | Fox Float RL, 3.0" travel | Fox Float RL |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Shimano XTR |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL | Shimano XTR RapidFire |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT | Shimano XTR |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano XTR | Shimano XTR |
| Crankset | Race Face Turbine Lite, 22/32/44 teeth | Shimano XTR, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Tien Hsin BB-9900 ISIS | Shimano XTR octalink |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-7701, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M536 SPD | Shimano |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Avid Single Digit Ti brakes, Avid Speed Dial Ti levers | Shimano XTR Disc Brake brakes, Shimano XTR RapidFire levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SAS | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SAS |
| Handlebar | Race Face Prodigy Flatbar | Easton EA50 |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Race Face Prodigy | Easton EA50 |
| Saddle | SDG Satellite SL | SDG Satellite SL |
| Seatpost | American Classic | Easton EA50 |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Mavic Crossroc | Shimano XTR |
| Rims | Mavic Crossroc UST Tubeless, 24-hole | Mavic X317 Disc |
| Spokes | Mavic stainless steel, straight gauge | Stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | — |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.80" Tioga Factory SL | 26 x 1.90" Tioga Red Phoenix |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2002 Kona King Kikapu | 2003 Kona King Kikapu |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | — |
| Head-tube angle | 70° | — |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | — |
| Chainstay / rear center | 431.8 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 1084.6 mm | — |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | — |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.