Bicycle Archive · Specification report2016 Kona Rove AL · 2026 Kona Rove AL
| 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 |
| Archive ID | 900003728 | 900000997 |
| Original MSRP | — | $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 |
| 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 | — | Aluminum |
| Rear shock | n/a | n/a |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Shifters | Shimano Claris | Shimano ESSA U2000 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Claris | n/a |
| 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 |
| Pedals | n/a | n/a |
| 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 | — |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2016 Kona Rove AL | 2026 Kona Rove AL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | M(51cm) | 54 |
| 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 |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 5, 2026.