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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2026 Kona Rove AL has 10 mm more reach than 2017 Kona Rove AL in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Frame geometry
2026 Kona Rove AL has 25 mm more stack than 2017 Kona Rove AL in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2026 Kona Rove AL has a 0.5° slacker head-tube angle than 2017 Kona Rove AL in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Gearing
2026 Kona Rove AL has a 16% lower climbing ratio than 2017 Kona Rove AL.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
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.
Lowest0.89:1Highest3.64:1Total range409%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×40.
Lowest1.06:1Highest4.55:1Total range428%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×35.
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 Rove AL
2017 Kona Rove AL
Overview
Model Year
2026
2017
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Rove AL
Rove AL
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross/Gravel
Cyclocross/Gravel
Original MSRP
$999.00
Not documented
Colors
Gloss Blue Smoke w/ Celestial Blue & Pastel Decals
Gloss White/Green or Matt Black/Silver/Yellow
Sizes
48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
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Weight
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Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Kona 7005 Aluminum Butted
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Kona 6061 Aluminum Disc
Kona Project Two Aluminum Disc
Fork Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano ESSA U2000
Shimano Claris
Front Derailleur
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Shimano Claris
Rear Derailleur
Shimano ESSA RDU2000
Shimano Claris
Crankset
Shimano ESSA 2000 40t / 48-56 170mm / 58 175mm
FSA Compact Gear; Chainring: 34/50t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BSA 68
Ch52
Cassette
Shimano ESSA HG300 11-45t 8spd
Shimano HG50 11-32t 8spd
Chain
KMC Z8.3
KMC Z-72
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Tektro Mira CX; Front Brake Rotor: Tektro 160mm 6B 1.8mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro 160mm 6B 1.8mm; Brake Levers: Shimano ESSA U2000
Brake Calipers: Hayes CX Comp; Front Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Brake Levers: Shimano Claris
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Feimin ZS44/ZS44
FSA No.10
Handlebar
Kona Gravel Dropbar 31.8mm / Width 48 42cm / 50-52 44cm / 54 46cm / 56-58 48cm
Kona Road
Stem
Kona 31.8mm / Rise 6º / Length 48-52 60mm / 54-56 70mm / 58 80mm
Kona Road
Saddle
Kona Gravel
Kona Road
Seatpost
Kona w/Offset 27.2mm / 48-52 350mm / 54-58 375mm
Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Joytech 9x100mm / (R) Joytech 10x135mm
(F) Joytech 100x9mm / (R) Joytech 135x10mm
Rims
WTB SX19
Freedom by WTB Cruz Disc
Spokes
Stainless 2mm Black
Stainless Black 15g fr / 14g rr
Front Tire
Maxxis Rambler 700x40mm
Schwalbe Delta Cruiser w/Puncture Protect 700x35c
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rambler 700x40mm
Schwalbe Delta Cruiser w/Puncture Protect 700x35c
Wheel Size
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700c
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
395 mm
385 mm
Stack
584 mm
559 mm
Head-tube angle
70°
70.5°
Seat-tube angle
73.5°
74°
Seat tube
540 mm
510 mm
Head tube
150 mm
120 mm
Chainstay / rear center
435 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1064 mm
1034 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
72 mm
72 mm
Bottom-bracket height
283 mm
278 mm
Standover height
805 mm
770 mm
Fork offset / rake
50 mm
45 mm
Front center
639 mm
609 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.