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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

    2019 Kona Makena has 7 mm more reach than 2021 Kona Makena in the selected sizes.

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

  2. Frame geometry

    2021 Kona Makena has 22 mm more stack than 2019 Kona Makena in the selected sizes.

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

  3. Gearing

    2021 Kona Makena has a 13% lower climbing ratio than 2019 Kona Makena.

    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 MakenaSize S · 28T · 14–34T · 7-speed
Lowest0.82:1Highest2.00:1Total range243%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.7 mphHighest gear11.3 mph

Rear tire: 20×2.6.

2019 Kona MakenaSize S · 32T · 14–34T · 7-speed
Lowest0.94:1Highest2.29:1Total range243%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.0 mphHighest gear12.2 mph

Rear tire: 20×2.

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 Makena
2019 Kona Makena
Overview
Model Year
2021
2019
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Makena
Makena
Bicycle Type
Youth
Youth
Original MSRP
$429.00
Not documented
Colors
Matte Blood Orange w/ Metallic Black & Blue Decals
Matt Charcoal w/ Yellow & Black Decals
Sizes
11"
11"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Kona Project Two JR
Kona Project Two JR
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Revo Shift
Shimano 7spd Revo
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney SS
Shimano Tourney SS
Crankset
Samox; Chainring: 28t/Guard
ProWheel 140mm; Chainring: 32t
Bottom Bracket
Ch32
Ch32
Cassette
Shimano 14-34t 7spd
Shimano 14-34t 7spd
Chain
KMC Z7
KMC Z7
Pedals
VP Platform
VP Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Tektro V-Brake; Front Brake Rotor: n/a; Rear Brake Rotor: n/a; Brake Levers: Tektro Junior
Brake Calipers: Tektro V-Brake; Front Brake Rotor: n/a; Rear Brake Rotor: n/a; Brake Levers: Tektro Junior
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
CH-281
CH-281
Handlebar
Kona Riser
Kona Riser
Stem
Kona Control
Kona Control
Saddle
Velo Junior
Velo Junior
Seatpost
Kona Thumb 27.2mm
Kona Thumb 27.2mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Formula 140x100mm nutted axle / (R) Formula 175x130mm nutted axle
(F) KT / (R) KT
Rims
Double Wall alloy
Single Wall alloy
Spokes
Stainless 14g
Stainless 14g
Front Tire
Vee Tire Crown Gem 20x2.6"
Kenda Kwik 20x2.0"
Rear Tire
Vee Tire Crown Gem 20x2.6"
Kenda Kwik 20x2.0"
Wheel Size
20"
20"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
323 mm
330 mm
Stack
414 mm
392 mm
Head-tube angle
69°
69°
Seat-tube angle
71°
73°
Seat tube
255 mm
280 mm
Head tube
90 mm
90 mm
Chainstay / rear center
375 mm
375 mm
Wheelbase
899 mm
906 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
15 mm
6 mm
Bottom-bracket height
259 mm
261 mm
Standover height
538 mm
520 mm
Fork offset / rake
45 mm
45 mm
Front center
525 mm
531 mm

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

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