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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2025 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 2025 Kona Libre in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2025 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
2025 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 $200 lower than 2025 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.
Lowest0.95:1Highest3.64:1Total range382%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×45.
Lowest0.82:1Highest4.18:1Total range510%
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
2021 Kona Libre
2025 Kona Libre
Overview
Model Year
2021
2025
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Libre
Libre
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross/Gravel
Cyclocross/Gravel
Original MSRP
$1,899.00
$2,099.00
Colors
Satin Oatmeal w/ Gloss Charcoal & Metallic Orange Decals
Grey
Sizes
50, 52, 54, 56, 58
48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Weight
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Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc
Kona Libre Carbon Flat Mount Disc
Fork Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM Apex
Shimano CUES 6030
Front Derailleur
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Shimano CUES 6030
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex
Shimano CUES 6020
Crankset
SRAM Apex; Chainring: 40t X-Sync
Shimano CUES 6040 32/46t / Length 48-54 170mm / 56-58 175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP 68mm
Shimano PF86.5
Cassette
SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd
Shimano CUES LG300 11-39t 10spd
Chain
SRAM PC1110
Shimano CUES LG500
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: TRP Spyre C; Front Brake Rotor: TRP TR160 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: TRP TR160 160mm; Brake Levers: SRAM Apex
Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES 6030; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT56 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT56 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: Shimano CUES 6030
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA No.57B
FSA Orbit No.57E ZS44/ZS56
Handlebar
Kona Road
Kona Gravel Dropbar 31.8mm / Width 48 42cm / 50-52 44cm / 54 46cm / 56-58 48cm
Stem
Kona Road
Kona Gravel Deluxe 31.8mm / Rise 6º / Length 48-52 60mm / 54-56 70mm / 58 80mm
Saddle
WTB Volt
WTB SL8
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm
Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm / Length 48-50 325mm / 52 350mm / 54-58 375mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Formula 100x12mm / (R) Formula 142x12mm
(F) Formula 12x100mm 6B / (R) Formula 12x142mm 6B HG
Rims
WTB KOM Light Team i25 TCS 2.0
WTB ST I23 TCS 2.0
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Stainless 2.0mm Black
Front Tire
WTB Riddler TCS 700x45c
WTB Vulpine TCS Light 700x45c
Rear Tire
WTB Riddler TCS 700x45c
WTB Vulpine TCS Light 700x45c
Wheel Size
700c
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Geometry size
Reach
386 mm
395 mm
Stack
610 mm
600 mm
Head-tube angle
71°
70.5°
Seat-tube angle
73°
73.5°
Seat tube
510 mm
510 mm
Head tube
175 mm
165 mm
Chainstay / rear center
440 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1058 mm
1064 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
72 mm
72 mm
Bottom-bracket height
288 mm
288 mm
Standover height
791 mm
799 mm
Fork offset / rake
50 mm
50 mm
Front center
628 mm
639 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.