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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

    2020 Kona Lana'i has 15 mm more reach than 2018 Kona Lana'i in the selected sizes.

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

  2. Handling

    2020 Kona Lana'i has a 0.5° slacker head-tube angle than 2018 Kona Lana'i in the selected sizes.

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

  3. Gearing

    2020 Kona Lana'i has a 8% lower climbing ratio than 2018 Kona Lana'i.

    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.

2018 Kona Lana'iSize M · 42/34/24T · 12–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.75:1Highest3.50:1Total range467%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.5 mphHighest gear25.8 mph

Rear tire: 27.5×2.25.

2020 Kona Lana'iSize M · 36/22T · 12–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.00:1Total range436%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.1 mphHighest gear22.1 mph

Rear tire: 27.5×2.25.

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
2018 Kona Lana'i
2020 Kona Lana'i
Overview
Model Year
2018
2020
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Lana'i
Lana'i
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Colors
Gloss Yellow or Charcoal & Black w/ Yellow & Black Decals
Gloss Dirty Cyan or Black w/ Peach & Charcoal Decals
Sizes
XS (26"), S, M, L, XL
XS (26"), S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Suntour XCT Coil Spring 100mm
Suntour XCT30 DS Coil Spring 100mm
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano EZ Fire Integrated
Shimano Altus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus
Crankset
Suntour XCE; Chainring: 24/34/42t
Shimano Altus; Chainring: 22/36t
Bottom Bracket
Ch52
Ch52
Cassette
Shimano HG200 12-32t 8spd
Shimano HG200 12-32t 8spd
Chain
KMC Z7
KMC Z8.3
Pedals
Kona JS2
Kona JS2
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Tektro Aries; Front Brake Rotor: Tektro Aries 180mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro Aries 160mm; Brake Levers: Shimano EZ Fire Integrated
Brake Calipers: Tektro M280 Mechanical; Front Brake Rotor: Tektro 180mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro 160mm; Brake Levers: Tektro RS360 Mechanical
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA No.57B
FSA No.57B
Handlebar
Kona Aluminum Riser
Kona Aluminum Riser
Stem
Kona Control
Kona Control
Saddle
Kona XC
Kona XC
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm
Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Formula 100x9mm / (R) Formula 135x10mm
(F) Formula 100x9mm / (R) Formula 135x10mm
Rims
Double Wall alloy
Alex DP25
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Stainless Black 14g
Front Tire
WTB Trail Boss 27.5/26x2.25"
WTB Trail Boss 27.5/26x2.25"
Rear Tire
WTB Trail Boss 27.5/26x2.25"
WTB Trail Boss 27.5/26x2.25"
Wheel Size
26"/27.5"
26"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
425 mm
440 mm
Stack
607 mm
599 mm
Head-tube angle
68.5°
68°
Seat-tube angle
74°
75°
Seat tube
420 mm
420 mm
Head tube
115 mm
115 mm
Chainstay / rear center
435 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1121 mm
1139 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
50 mm
50 mm
Bottom-bracket height
303 mm
304 mm
Standover height
723 mm
718 mm
Fork offset / rake
42 mm
42 mm
Front center
691 mm
709 mm

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

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