Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1998 Kona King Kikapu · 1997 Kona King Kikapu
| Specification | 1998 Kona King Kikapu | 1997 Kona King Kikapu |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1998 | 1997 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | King Kikapu | King Kikapu |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 74251 | 60992 |
| Original MSRP | $2,399.00 | $2,599.00 |
| Colors | Bomber Orange | Ball burnished |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 19", 20" | 16", 18", 19", 20" |
| Weight | 27.5 lb | 26.7 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Easton Elite | Easton Elite |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z-1 BAM | Marzocchi Bomber Z-1 |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | Fox Alps-5R | Fox Alps-5R |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Shimano XTR/XT |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX, bottom-pull | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano XTR SGS | Shimano XTR SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52 | Shimano BB-UN71, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Ritchey Logic | Wellgo WPD-700 (clipless) |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-3.0 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SAS | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset ALC |
| Handlebar | Kona DH | Azonic World Force |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | Not included |
| Stem | Tahoma Sonne IV | Tahoma Sonne IV |
| Saddle | SDG Comp kevlar | Selle Italia Expedia |
| Seatpost | Kona O-Beam | Tahoma DP 310, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano Deore XT | Front: King Kong 540 FHB, Rear: Shimano Deore XT |
| Rims | Mavic X517 | Mavic 217 SUP, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | — | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Kona Enter | 26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch |
| Rear tire | Kona Break | 26 x 2.00" Kona Sniff |
| Wheel size | — | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1998 Kona King Kikapu | 1997 Kona King Kikapu |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 72° | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74.5° | 74.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm | 429.3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1069.3 mm | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.