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2017 Kona Sutra

Touring · Non-electric

2017 Kona Sutra

Original MSRP
Not documented
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1 of 2 bicycles

At a glance

Key differences

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

  1. Frame geometry

    2021 Kona Sutra has 30 mm more stack than 2017 Kona Sutra in the selected sizes.

    More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.

  2. Gearing

    2021 Kona Sutra has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2017 Kona Sutra.

    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 SutraSize 54 · 48/36/26T · 11–36T · 10-speed
Lowest0.72:1Highest4.36:1Total range604%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.3 mphHighest gear32.3 mph

Rear tire: 700C×40.

2017 Kona SutraSize 52cm · 48/36/26T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.76:1Highest4.36:1Total range571%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.7 mphHighest gear32.3 mph

Rear tire: 700C×40.

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 Sutra
2017 Kona Sutra
Overview
Model Year
2021
2017
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Sutra
Sutra
Bicycle Type
Touring
Touring
Original MSRP
$1,699.00
Not documented
Colors
Gloss Concrete Green w/ Avocado & Indigo Decals
Gloss Very Dark Red/White/Black
Sizes
48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
46, 48.5, 52, 54, 56, 58
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona Cromoly Butted
Kona Cromoly Butted
Frame Material
Steel
Steel
Fork
Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc Touring
Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc Touring
Fork Material
Steel
Steel
Drivetrain
Shifters
MicroShift
Shimano BarCon
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore SGS
Shimano Deore SGS
Crankset
Shimano Deore; Chainring: 26/36/48t
Shimano Deore; Chainring: 26/36/48t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano 73mm
Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano Deore 11-36t 10spd
Shimano Alivio 11-34t 9spd
Chain
Shimano Deore
KMC HG53
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: TRP Spyre C Flat mount; Front Brake Rotor: TRP Spyre C 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: TRP Spyre C 160mm; Brake Levers: Tektro RRL-A
Brake Calipers: Hayes CX Expert; Front Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Brake Levers: Tektro RRL-A
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA TH848
FSA TH848
Handlebar
Kona Road
Kona Road
Stem
Kona Road
Kona Road
Saddle
Brooks B17 Leather
Brooks B17 Leather
Seatpost
Kona Deluxe Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
Kona Deluxe Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Formula 100x12mm / (R) Formula 142x12mm
(F) Shimano Deore 100x10mm / (R) Shimano Deore 135x10mm
Rims
WTB ST I23 TCS 2.0
WTB SX19
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Sandvik Stainless Black 14g
Front Tire
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c
Clement X'Plor MSO 700x40c
Rear Tire
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c
Clement X'Plor MSO 700x40c
Wheel Size
700c
700c
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
386 mm
385 mm
Stack
598 mm
568 mm
Head-tube angle
71°
71°
Seat-tube angle
73°
73.5°
Seat tube
540 mm
520 mm
Head tube
147 mm
115 mm
Chainstay / rear center
445 mm
445 mm
Wheelbase
1059 mm
1047 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
72 mm
72 mm
Bottom-bracket height
283 mm
282 mm
Standover height
810 mm
785 mm
Fork offset / rake
50 mm
50 mm
Front center
624 mm
613 mm

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

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