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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2023 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL has 9 mm more reach than 2026 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Handling
2026 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL has a 0.8° slacker head-tube angle than 2023 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Identity & price
2023 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL had an original MSRP $1,200 lower than 2026 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Selected-size geometry
Geometry overlay
Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.83:1Highest3.80:1Total range460%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×50.
Lowest0.83:1Highest4.30:1Total range516%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×45.
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
2026 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL
2023 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL
Overview
Model Year
2026
2023
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Ouroboros CR/DL
Ouroboros CR/DL
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross/Gravel
Cyclocross/Gravel
Original MSRP
$4,999.00
$3,799.00
Colors
Gloss Concrete w/ Honeycomb Decals
Gloss Harbor Grey w/ Plum & Bloodstone Decals
Sizes
48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona Carbon
Kona Carbon
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Fork
RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR / Charger Race Day 2 / 40mm travel / tapered / 12x100
Kona Ouroboros Carbon, 420 axle to crown, tapered 1.5 (28.6 - 38.1), 100 x 12mm, internal brake and dynamo routing, native 160 flat mount front, 3-pack bosses + fender mounts
Fork Material
—
Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM Rival AXS
SRAM Rival ETAP AXS
Front Derailleur
—
SRAM Rival ETAP AXS Wide
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival XPLR AXS
SRAM Rival ETAP AXS
Crankset
SRAM Rival XPLR 38t / Length 48-52 165mm / 54 170mm / 56-58 172.5mm
SRAM Rival DUB Wide; Chainring: SRAM Rival 43/30 Wide
Bottom Bracket
SRAM PF86.5 DUB Wide
SRAM Press-Fit 86.5 DUB Wide
Cassette
SRAM XG 1351 XPLR 10-46t 13sp XDR
SRAM Rival XG-1250 10-36t 12 speed XDR cassette
Chain
SRAM Rival
SRAM Rival 12 speed
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: SRAM Rival AXS; Front Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: SRAM Rival XPLR
Brake Calipers: SRAM Rival Flat Mount Hydraulic; Front Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 6-bolt 180mm; Rear Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 6-bolt 180mm; Brake Levers: SRAM Rival ETAP AXS
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit No.57 ZS44/ZS56
FSA Orbit No. 57, ZS 44/56
Handlebar
Ritchey Venturemax Comp / 24-degree flare / 4.6 degree back / Width 48-50 460mm / 52-54 480mm / 56 500mm / 58 520mm
Ritchey Venturemax Comp/Venturemax XL Comp, 24-degree flare, 4.6 degree backsweep; 48-50: 460mm, 52-54: 480mm, 56: 500mm, 58: 520mm
Stem
Ritchey Comp Trail / Length 48-52 45mm / 54-58 60mm
Ritchey Trail Comp, 0-degree, 48-52: 45mm; 54-58: 60mm
Saddle
WTB Volt Medium Cromoly SL Fusion
WTB Volt Medium Steel SL
Seatpost
Rockshox Reverb AXS 31.6mm / Length 48-52 100mm / 54-58 125mm
Ritchey Link 20 WCS, 31.6mm, 20mm setback, 48-52: 350mm; 54-58: 400mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) KT 12x100mm / (R) KT 12x142mm XDR
(F) KT-Taiwan QL-S3GR, 100 x 12, 32h, 6-bolt / (R) KT-Taiwan QL-DD4DR, 142 x 12, 32h, 6-bolt, XDR freehub, STAR ratchet
Rims
WTB KOM Team i27 TCS CVX 29"
WTB KOM i27 6069 alloy, 32h, TCS 2.0, with tubeless tape
Spokes
Stainless 2.0/1.8mm Black
Double butted stainless
Front Tire
WTB Resolute TCS Light 700x50mm
Maxxis Rambler 700 x 45 TR EXO
Rear Tire
WTB Resolute TCS Light 700x50mm
Maxxis Rambler 700 x 45 TR EXO
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
386 mm
395 mm
Stack
616 mm
610 mm
Head-tube angle
68.7°
69.5°
Seat-tube angle
72.7°
73.5°
Seat tube
455 mm
455 mm
Head tube
172 mm
172 mm
Chainstay / rear center
445 mm
445 mm
Wheelbase
1096 mm
1094 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
66 mm
72 mm
Bottom-bracket height
299 mm
293 mm
Standover height
777 mm
764 mm
Fork offset / rake
51 mm
55 mm
Front center
659 mm
659 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.