Bicycle Archive · Specification report2021 Kona Rove · 2018 Kona Rove
| Specification | 2021 Kona Rove | 2018 Kona Rove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2021 | 2018 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | Rove | Rove |
| Bicycle type | Cyclocross/Gravel | Cyclocross/Gravel |
| Archive ID | 900002012 | 900003144 |
| Original MSRP | $1,299.00 | — |
| Colors | Gloss Faux Chrome w/ Black & Faux Orange Decals | Gloss Brown or Black w/ Copper Decals |
| Sizes | 48; 50; 52; 54; 56; 58 | 48; 50; 52; 54; 56; 58 |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Kona Butted Cromoly | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted |
| Frame material | Steel | Aluminum |
| Fork | Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc | Kona Project Two Aluminum Disc |
| Fork material | Steel | Aluminum |
| Rear shock | n/a | n/a |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Shifters | Shimano Sora | Shimano Claris |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Sora | Shimano Claris |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Sora | Shimano Claris |
| Crankset | Shimano Sora; Chainring: 34/50t | FSA Tempo Adventure; Chainring: 34/50t |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano ES300 | Ch52 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG400 11-34t 9spd | Shimano HG50 11-32t 8spd |
| Chain | KMC X9 | KMC Z72 |
| Pedals | n/a | n/a |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Tektro C550; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT10 160mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT10 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Sora | 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 | FSA No.1/No.10 | FSA No.10 |
| Handlebar | Kona Road | Kona Road |
| Stem | Kona Road | Kona Road |
| Saddle | WTB Volt | Kona Road |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm | Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | (F) Shimano 100x12mm / (R) Shimano 142x12mm | (F) Formula 100x9mm / (R) Formula 135x10mm |
| Rims | WTB ST I23 TCS 2.0 | WTB SX19 |
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g | Stainless Black 15g fr / 14g rr |
| Front tire | WTB Venture Comp DUAL 650x47c | Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus w/Puncture Protect 700x35c |
| Rear tire | WTB Venture Comp DUAL 650x47c | Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus w/Puncture Protect 700x35c |
| Wheel size | 650b | 700c |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2021 Kona Rove | 2018 Kona Rove |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | 54 | 54 |
| Reach | 388 mm | 388 mm |
| Stack | 588 mm | 589 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Seat tube | 540 mm | 540 mm |
| Head tube | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay / rear center | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1048 mm | 1043 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 270 mm | 278 mm |
| Standover height | 794 mm | 800 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 50 mm | 45 mm |
| Front center | 623 mm | 618 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 5, 2026.