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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2017 Kona Makena has 7 mm more reach than 2016 Kona Makena in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Frame geometry
2016 Kona Makena has 22 mm more stack than 2017 Kona Makena in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2017 Kona Makena has a 1.0° slacker head-tube angle than 2016 Kona Makena in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
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.
Lowest1.29:1Highest2.57:1Total range200%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 20×2.
Lowest1.29:1Highest2.57:1Total range200%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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.
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
2017 Kona Makena
2016 Kona Makena
Overview
Model Year
2017
2016
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Makena
Makena
Bicycle Type
Youth
Youth
Colors
Matt Blue/White/Magenta or Matt Green/Yellow/Black
Matt Cyan w/ White & Orange Decals or Gloss Lime w/ White & Black Decals
Sizes
11"
11"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
CH 510 Coil Spring 30mm
CH 510 30mm
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano 7spd Revo
Shimano 7spd Revo
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney SS
Shimano Tourney SS
Crankset
ProWheel 140mm; Chainring: 36t
ProWheel 140mm; Chainring: 36t
Bottom Bracket
Ch
Ch
Cassette
Shimano 14-28t 7spd
Shimano 14-28t 7spd
Chain
KMC Z50
KMC Z50
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
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Formula / (R) Formula 135x10mm
(F) Formula / (R) Formula
Rims
Double wall alloy
Shining A-6N
Spokes
Stainless 14g
Stainless 14g
Front Tire
Kenda Kwik 20x2.0"
Kenda Kwik 20x2.0"
Rear Tire
Kenda Kwik 20x2.0"
Kenda Kwik 20x2.0"
Wheel Size
20"
20"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
330 mm
323 mm
Stack
392 mm
414 mm
Head-tube angle
69°
70°
Seat-tube angle
73°
73°
Seat tube
280 mm
280 mm
Head tube
90 mm
95 mm
Chainstay / rear center
375 mm
375 mm
Wheelbase
901 mm
897 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
6 mm
5 mm
Bottom-bracket height
261 mm
—
Standover height
520 mm
515 mm
Fork offset / rake
40 mm
43 mm
Front center
527 mm
522 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.