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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Gearing
2021 Kona Sutra has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2018 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.
Lowest0.76:1Highest4.36:1Total range571%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×40.
Lowest0.72:1Highest4.36:1Total range604%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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.
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
2018 Kona Sutra
2021 Kona Sutra
Overview
Model Year
2018
2021
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Sutra
Sutra
Bicycle Type
Touring
Touring
Original MSRP
Not documented
$1,699.00
Colors
Gloss Royal Blue w/ Grey & Orange Decals
Gloss Concrete Green w/ Avocado & Indigo Decals
Sizes
46, 48.5, 52, 54, 56, 58
48, 50, 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
Shimano BarCon
MicroShift
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Deore
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 73mm
Cassette
Shimano Alivio 11-34t 9spd
Shimano Deore 11-36t 10spd
Chain
KMC X9
Shimano Deore
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Hayes CX Expert; Front Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Brake Levers: Tektro RRL-A
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
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) Shimano Deore 100x9mm / (R) Shimano Deore 135x10mm
(F) Formula 100x12mm / (R) Formula 142x12mm
Rims
WTB STP I19 TCS
WTB ST I23 TCS 2.0
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Stainless Black 14g
Front Tire
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c
Rear Tire
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c
Wheel Size
700c
700c
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
386 mm
386 mm
Stack
598 mm
598 mm
Head-tube angle
71°
71°
Seat-tube angle
73°
73°
Seat tube
540 mm
540 mm
Head tube
147 mm
147 mm
Chainstay / rear center
445 mm
445 mm
Wheelbase
1059 mm
1059 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
72 mm
72 mm
Bottom-bracket height
282 mm
283 mm
Standover height
810 mm
810 mm
Fork offset / rake
50 mm
50 mm
Front center
624 mm
624 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.