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Gravel & Cyclocross · Non-electric

2016 Kona Rove AL

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Original MSRP: Not documented

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Gravel & Cyclocross · Non-electric

2017 Kona Rove AL

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Original MSRP: Not documented

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

No key difference could be established from the available data. Check the full table for the details.

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.

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Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

Pedal cadence

RPM

Speed units

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2016 Kona Rove ALSize M(51cm) · 50/34T · 11–32T · 8-speed

Lowest1.06:1Highest4.55:1Total range428%

Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.8 mphHighest gear33.2 mph

Rear tire: 700C×35.

2017 Kona Rove ALSize 51cm · 50/34T · 11–32T · 8-speed

Lowest1.06:1Highest4.55:1Total range428%

Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.8 mphHighest gear33.2 mph

Rear tire: 700C×35.

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

2016 Kona Rove AL

2017 Kona Rove AL

Overview

Model Year

2016

2017

Brand

Kona

Model

Rove AL

Bicycle Type

Cyclocross/Gravel

Colors

Matt Dark Blue or Burnt Orange w/ Duo-tone Decals

Gloss White/Green or Matt Black/Silver/Yellow

Sizes

S(48cm), S/M(49.5cm), M(51cm), M/L(54cm), L(57cm), XL(59cm)

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Weight

—

Frameset

Frame Construction

Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted

Kona 7005 Aluminum Butted

Frame Material

Aluminum

Fork

Kona Project Two

Kona Project Two Aluminum Disc

Fork Material

—

Aluminum

Drivetrain

Shifters

Shimano Claris

Front Derailleur

Shimano Claris

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Claris

Crankset

FSA Tempo Compact; Chainring: 34/50t

FSA Compact Gear; Chainring: 34/50t

Bottom Bracket

Ch52

Cassette

Shimano Claris 11-32t 8spd

Shimano HG50 11-32t 8spd

Chain

KMC Z-72

Brakes

Brake Calipers: Hayes CX Comp; Front Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm; Brake Levers: Shimano Claris

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset

FSA No.10

Handlebar

Kona Road

Stem

Kona Road

Saddle

Kona Road

Seatpost

Kona Thumb w/Offset

Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm

Wheels & Tires

Hubs

(F) Joytech / (R) Joytech

(F) Joytech 100x9mm / (R) Joytech 135x10mm

Rims

WTB Freedom Cruz Disc

Freedom by WTB Cruz Disc

Spokes

Stainless 15g fr / 14g rr

Stainless Black 15g fr / 14g rr

Front Tire

Schwalbe Road Plus w/Puncture Protect 700x35c

Schwalbe Delta Cruiser w/Puncture Protect 700x35c

Rear Tire

Schwalbe Road Plus w/Puncture Protect 700x35c

Schwalbe Delta Cruiser w/Puncture Protect 700x35c

Wheel Size

700c

Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle

Geometry size

Reach

385 mm

Stack

559 mm

Head-tube angle

70.5°

Seat-tube angle

74°

Seat tube

510 mm

Head tube

120 mm

Chainstay / rear center

435 mm

Wheelbase

1034 mm

Bottom-bracket drop

72 mm

Bottom-bracket height

—

278 mm

Standover height

770 mm

Fork offset / rake

45 mm

Front center

609 mm

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

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