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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

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

  1. Frame geometry

    2021 Kona Hei Hei has 19 mm more reach than 2019 Kona Hei Hei in the selected sizes.

    More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.

  2. Handling

    2021 Kona Hei Hei has a 0.5° slacker head-tube angle than 2019 Kona Hei Hei in the selected sizes.

    Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.

  3. Gearing

    2021 Kona Hei Hei has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2019 Kona Hei Hei.

    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.

2021 Kona Hei HeiSize M · 32T · 10–51T · 12-speed
Lowest0.63:1Highest3.20:1Total range510%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.9 mphHighest gear24.8 mph

Rear tire: 29×2.25.

2019 Kona Hei HeiSize M · 28T · 11–42T · 11-speed
Lowest0.67:1Highest2.55:1Total range382%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.2 mphHighest gear19.7 mph

Rear tire: 29×2.2.

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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Specification
2021 Kona Hei Hei
2019 Kona Hei Hei
Overview
Model Year
2021
2019
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Hei Hei
Hei Hei
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$2,799.00
Not documented
Colors
Gloss Metallic Oliver w/ Black & Mauvewood Decals
Gloss Seafoam & Black w/ Seafoam, Yellow, & Black Decals
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted 100mm Travel
Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted 100mm Travel
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Revelation RC DebonAir 120mm Tapered 110mm Spacing
RockShox Sektor RL Solo Air 120mm Tapered 110mm Spacing
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RL Solo Air
RockShox Monarch RL Solo Air
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Deore 12spd
SRAM NX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX
SRAM NX
Crankset
Shimano Deore 12spd; Chainring: 32t
SRAM NX; Chainring: 28t Narrow/Wide
Bottom Bracket
Shimano PF92
SRAM GXP PF92
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10-51t 12spd
SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd
Chain
Shimano Deore 12spd
SRAM PC1110
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Shimano Deore; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT30 180mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT30 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Deore
Brake Calipers: Shimano MT500; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT30 180mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT30 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano MT500
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA No.57B
FSA No.57B
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC 35
Kona XC/BC 35
Stem
Kona XC/BC 35
Kona XC/BC 35
Saddle
WTB Volt
WTB Volt Comp (Comp 250 size S)
Seatpost
TranzX Dropper Internal 31.6mm
Trans-X Dropper Internal 31.6mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Shimano 110x15mm (centerlock) / (R) Shimano 148x12mm (centerlock)
(F) Shimano 110x15mm (centerlock) / (R) Shimano 148x12mm (centerlock)
Rims
WTB ST I27 TCS 2.0
WTB ST I29 TCS
Spokes
Stainless Black
Stainless Black 15g
Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon EXO TR DUAL 29x2.25"
Maxxis Ardent 29x2.25"
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon EXO TR DUAL 29x2.25"
Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2"
Wheel Size
29"
29"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
440 mm
421 mm
Stack
602 mm
605 mm
Head-tube angle
67.5°
68°
Seat-tube angle
74.2°
74°
Seat tube
420 mm
420 mm
Head tube
105 mm
105 mm
Chainstay / rear center
430 mm
430 mm
Wheelbase
1158 mm
1133 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
36 mm
36 mm
Bottom-bracket height
339 mm
337 mm
Standover height
752 mm
750 mm
Fork offset / rake
51 mm
51 mm
Front center
731 mm
705 mm

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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