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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
2023 Kona Ouroboros CR had an original MSRP $800 lower than 2026 Kona Ouroboros CR.
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.
Lowest0.76:1Highest3.45:1Total range455%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×50.
Lowest0.78:1Highest4.00:1Total range510%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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.
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
2023 Kona Ouroboros CR
2026 Kona Ouroboros CR
Overview
Model Year
2023
2026
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Ouroboros CR
Ouroboros CR
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross/Gravel
Cyclocross/Gravel
Original MSRP
$2,999.00
$3,799.00
Colors
Gloss Metallic Blue w/ Metallic Silver Decals
Matte Carbon w/ Gloss Orchid Fade 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
Fox TC32 Performance GRIP damper, 40mm travel, Tapered, 100x12mm
Fox AX32 GRIP damper/ 40mm travel / Tapered / 12x100mm
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM Apex 12
Shimano GRX 820
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex 12 Eagle
Shimano RDRX822
Crankset
SRAM Apex 1 DUB Wide; Chainring: SRAM Apex 38t AL direct mount
Shimano GRX 820 40t / Length 48-52 170mm / 52-54 172.5mm / 56-58 175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Press-Fit 86.5 DUB Wide
Shimano PF86.5
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230 11-50t 12 speed
Shimano Deore M6100 10-51t 12spd
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle 12 speed
Shimano Deore M6100
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: SRAM Apex Flat Mount Hydraulic; Front Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 6-bolt 180mm; Rear Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 6-bolt 180mm; Brake Levers: SRAM Apex 12
Brake Calipers: Shimano GRX 820; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT56 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT56 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: Shimano GRX 820
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit No. 57E, ZS 44/56
FSA Orbit No.57 ZS44/ZS56
Handlebar
Kona 20-degree flare, 48: 440mm; 50: 460mm; 52-54: 480mm; 56: 500mm; 58: 520mm
Kona Gravel Dropbar 31.8mm / Width 48 440mm / 50 460mm / 52-54 480mm / 56 500mm / 58 520mm
Stem
Kona 6-degree rise, 48-52: 40mm; 54-58: 50mm
Kona 31.8mm / Rise 6º / Length 48-52 50mm / 54-58 60mm
Saddle
WTB Volt Medium Steel SL
WTB Volt Medium
Seatpost
TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal, 31.6mm, 125mm travel
TranzX Dropper +RAD 31.6mm 125mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Formula 100 x 12 6-bolt / (R) Formula 142 x 12 6-bolt, 11sp Road freehub
(F) Formula 12x100mm / (R) Formula 12x142mm MS
Rims
WTB KOM Team i27 700c 32h
WTB KOM Team i27 TCS 29"
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Stainless 2.0mm Black
Front Tire
Maxxis Ravager 700 x 50 TR EXO
WTB Resolute TCS Light 700x50mm
Rear Tire
Maxxis Ravager 700 x 50 TR EXO
WTB Resolute TCS Light 700x50mm
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
386 mm
386 mm
Stack
616 mm
616 mm
Head-tube angle
68.7°
68.7°
Seat-tube angle
72.7°
72.7°
Seat tube
455 mm
455 mm
Head tube
172 mm
172 mm
Chainstay / rear center
445 mm
445 mm
Wheelbase
1096 mm
1096 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
66 mm
66 mm
Bottom-bracket height
299 mm
299 mm
Standover height
777 mm
777 mm
Fork offset / rake
51 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.