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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

2023 Kona Ouroboros CR/DLSize 54 · 43/30T · 10–36T · 12-speed
Lowest0.83:1Highest4.30:1Total range516%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.3 mphHighest gear32.3 mph

Rear tire: 700C×45.

2026 Kona Ouroboros CR/DLSize 54 · 38T · 10–46T · 13-speed
Lowest0.83:1Highest3.80:1Total range460%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.3 mphHighest gear28.9 mph

Rear tire: 700C×50.

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.

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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.
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Specification
2023 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL
2026 Kona Ouroboros CR/DL
Overview
Model Year
2023
2026
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Ouroboros CR/DL
Ouroboros CR/DL
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross/Gravel
Cyclocross/Gravel
Original MSRP
$3,799.00
$4,999.00
Colors
Gloss Harbor Grey w/ Plum & Bloodstone Decals
Gloss Concrete w/ Honeycomb 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
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
RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR / Charger Race Day 2 / 40mm travel / tapered / 12x100
Fork Material
Carbon Fiber
—
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM Rival ETAP AXS
SRAM Rival AXS
Front Derailleur
SRAM Rival ETAP AXS Wide
—
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival ETAP AXS
SRAM Rival XPLR AXS
Crankset
SRAM Rival DUB Wide; Chainring: SRAM Rival 43/30 Wide
SRAM Rival XPLR 38t / Length 48-52 165mm / 54 170mm / 56-58 172.5mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Press-Fit 86.5 DUB Wide
SRAM PF86.5 DUB Wide
Cassette
SRAM Rival XG-1250 10-36t 12 speed XDR cassette
SRAM XG 1351 XPLR 10-46t 13sp XDR
Chain
SRAM Rival 12 speed
SRAM Rival
Brakes
Brakes
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
Brake Calipers: SRAM Rival AXS; Front Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: SRAM Rival XPLR
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit No. 57, ZS 44/56
FSA Orbit No.57 ZS44/ZS56
Handlebar
Ritchey Venturemax Comp/Venturemax XL Comp, 24-degree flare, 4.6 degree backsweep; 48-50: 460mm, 52-54: 480mm, 56: 500mm, 58: 520mm
Ritchey Venturemax Comp / 24-degree flare / 4.6 degree back / Width 48-50 460mm / 52-54 480mm / 56 500mm / 58 520mm
Stem
Ritchey Trail Comp, 0-degree, 48-52: 45mm; 54-58: 60mm
Ritchey Comp Trail / Length 48-52 45mm / 54-58 60mm
Saddle
WTB Volt Medium Steel SL
WTB Volt Medium Cromoly SL Fusion
Seatpost
Ritchey Link 20 WCS, 31.6mm, 20mm setback, 48-52: 350mm; 54-58: 400mm
Rockshox Reverb AXS 31.6mm / Length 48-52 100mm / 54-58 125mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(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
(F) KT 12x100mm / (R) KT 12x142mm XDR
Rims
WTB KOM i27 6069 alloy, 32h, TCS 2.0, with tubeless tape
WTB KOM Team i27 TCS CVX 29"
Spokes
Double butted stainless
Stainless 2.0/1.8mm Black
Front Tire
Maxxis Rambler 700 x 45 TR EXO
WTB Resolute TCS Light 700x50mm
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rambler 700 x 45 TR EXO
WTB Resolute TCS Light 700x50mm
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
395 mm
386 mm
Stack
610 mm
616 mm
Head-tube angle
69.5°
68.7°
Seat-tube angle
73.5°
72.7°
Seat tube
455 mm
455 mm
Head tube
172 mm
172 mm
Chainstay / rear center
445 mm
445 mm
Wheelbase
1094 mm
1096 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
72 mm
66 mm
Bottom-bracket height
293 mm
299 mm
Standover height
764 mm
777 mm
Fork offset / rake
55 mm
51 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.

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