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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2027 Kona Libre has 9 mm more reach than 2021 Kona Libre in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Frame geometry
2021 Kona Libre has 10 mm more stack than 2027 Kona Libre in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2027 Kona Libre has a 0.5° slacker head-tube angle than 2021 Kona Libre in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Gearing
2027 Kona Libre has a 14% lower climbing ratio than 2021 Kona Libre.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2021 Kona Libre had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2027 Kona Libre.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
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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.
Lowest0.82:1Highest4.18:1Total range510%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×45.
Lowest0.95:1Highest3.64:1Total range382%
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
2027 Kona Libre
2021 Kona Libre
Overview
Model Year
2027
2021
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Libre
Libre
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross/Gravel
Cyclocross/Gravel
Original MSRP
$2,299.00
$1,899.00
Colors
Gloss Winter Sky w/ Metallic Nickel Decals
Satin Oatmeal w/ Gloss Charcoal & Metallic Orange Decals
Sizes
48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Kona Libre Carbon Flat Mount Disc
Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc
Fork Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano CUES 6030
SRAM Apex
Front Derailleur
Shimano CUES 6030
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Rear Derailleur
Shimano CUES 6020
SRAM Apex
Crankset
Shimano CUES 6040 32/46t / Length 48-54 170mm / 56-58 175mm
SRAM Apex; Chainring: 40t X-Sync
Bottom Bracket
Shimano PF86.5
SRAM GXP 68mm
Cassette
Shimano CUES LG300 11-39t 10spd
SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd
Chain
Shimano CUES LG500
SRAM PC1110
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES 6030; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT56 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT56 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: Shimano CUES 6030
Brake Calipers: TRP Spyre C; Front Brake Rotor: TRP TR160 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: TRP TR160 160mm; Brake Levers: SRAM Apex
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit No.57E ZS44/ZS56
FSA No.57B
Handlebar
Kona Gravel Dropbar 31.8mm / Width 48 42cm / 50-52 44cm / 54 46cm / 56-58 48cm
Kona Road
Stem
Kona Gravel Deluxe 31.8mm / Rise 6º / Length 48-52 60mm / 54-56 70mm / 58 80mm
Kona Road
Saddle
WTB Gravelier Steel Fusion Form
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm / Length 48-50 325mm / 52 350mm / 54-58 375mm
Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Formula 12x100mm 6B / (R) Formula 12x142mm 6B HG
(F) Formula 100x12mm / (R) Formula 142x12mm
Rims
WTB ST I25 TCS 2.0 CVX
WTB KOM Light Team i25 TCS 2.0
Spokes
Stainless 2.0mm Black
Stainless Black 14g
Front Tire
WTB Vulpine TCS Light 700x45c
WTB Riddler TCS 700x45c
Rear Tire
WTB Vulpine TCS Light 700x45c
WTB Riddler TCS 700x45c
Wheel Size
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700c
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
395 mm
386 mm
Stack
600 mm
610 mm
Head-tube angle
70.5°
71°
Seat-tube angle
73.5°
73°
Seat tube
510 mm
510 mm
Head tube
165 mm
175 mm
Chainstay / rear center
435 mm
440 mm
Wheelbase
1064 mm
1058 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
72 mm
72 mm
Bottom-bracket height
288 mm
288 mm
Standover height
799 mm
791 mm
Fork offset / rake
50 mm
50 mm
Front center
639 mm
628 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.