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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2026 Kona Rove AL has 10 mm more reach than 2016 Kona Rove AL in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Frame geometry
2026 Kona Rove AL has 25 mm more stack than 2016 Kona Rove AL in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2026 Kona Rove AL has a 0.5° slacker head-tube angle than 2016 Kona Rove AL in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Gearing
2026 Kona Rove AL has a 16% lower climbing ratio than 2016 Kona Rove AL.
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.
Lowest1.06:1Highest4.55:1Total range428%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×35.
Lowest0.89:1Highest3.64:1Total range409%
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
2016 Kona Rove AL
2026 Kona Rove AL
Overview
Model Year
2016
2026
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Rove AL
Rove AL
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross/Gravel
Cyclocross/Gravel
Original MSRP
Not documented
$999.00
Colors
Matt Dark Blue or Burnt Orange w/ Duo-tone Decals
Gloss Blue Smoke w/ Celestial Blue & Pastel Decals
Sizes
S(48cm), S/M(49.5cm), M(51cm), M/L(54cm), L(57cm), XL(59cm)
48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Kona Project Two
Kona 6061 Aluminum Disc
Fork Material
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Aluminum
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Claris
Shimano ESSA U2000
Front Derailleur
Shimano Claris
—
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Claris
Shimano ESSA RDU2000
Crankset
FSA Tempo Compact; Chainring: 34/50t
Shimano ESSA 2000 40t / 48-56 170mm / 58 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Ch52
Shimano BSA 68
Cassette
Shimano Claris 11-32t 8spd
Shimano ESSA HG300 11-45t 8spd
Chain
KMC Z-72
KMC Z8.3
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Hayes CX Comp; Front Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Brake Levers: Shimano Claris
Brake Calipers: Tektro Mira CX; Front Brake Rotor: Tektro 160mm 6B 1.8mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro 160mm 6B 1.8mm; Brake Levers: Shimano ESSA U2000
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA No.10
Feimin ZS44/ZS44
Handlebar
Kona Road
Kona Gravel Dropbar 31.8mm / Width 48 42cm / 50-52 44cm / 54 46cm / 56-58 48cm
Stem
Kona Road
Kona 31.8mm / Rise 6º / Length 48-52 60mm / 54-56 70mm / 58 80mm
Saddle
Kona Road
Kona Gravel
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset
Kona w/Offset 27.2mm / 48-52 350mm / 54-58 375mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Joytech / (R) Joytech
(F) Joytech 9x100mm / (R) Joytech 10x135mm
Rims
WTB Freedom Cruz Disc
WTB SX19
Spokes
Stainless 15g fr / 14g rr
Stainless 2mm Black
Front Tire
Schwalbe Road Plus w/Puncture Protect 700x35c
Maxxis Rambler 700x40mm
Rear Tire
Schwalbe Road Plus w/Puncture Protect 700x35c
Maxxis Rambler 700x40mm
Wheel Size
700c
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Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
385 mm
395 mm
Stack
559 mm
584 mm
Head-tube angle
70.5°
70°
Seat-tube angle
74°
73.5°
Seat tube
510 mm
540 mm
Head tube
120 mm
150 mm
Chainstay / rear center
435 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1034 mm
1064 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
72 mm
72 mm
Bottom-bracket height
—
283 mm
Standover height
770 mm
805 mm
Fork offset / rake
45 mm
50 mm
Front center
609 mm
639 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.