Bicycle Archive · Specification report2016 Kona Ute · 2018 Kona Ute
| Specification | 2016 Kona Ute | 2018 Kona Ute |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | Ute | Ute |
| Bicycle type | Specialty | Specialty |
| Archive ID | 900003754 | 900003173 |
| Colors | Gloss Black w/ Off-White & Silver Decals | Gloss Black w/ Off-White & Silver Decals |
| Sizes | 18"; 20" | 18"; 20" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted | Kona 7005 Aluminum Butted |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Fork | Kona Project Two Aluminum Disc | Kona Project Two Aluminum Disc |
| Fork material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Rear shock | n/a | n/a |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Shifters | Shimano Acera | Shimano Acera |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Acera | Shimano Acera |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore Shadow | Shimano Deore Shadow |
| Crankset | FSA Alpha Drive; Chainring: 26/36t bashguard | FSA Alpha Drive; Chainring: 26/36t bashguard |
| Bottom bracket | FSA 8420ST | FSA 8420ST |
| Cassette | Shimano Acera 11-32t 9spd | Shimano Acera 11-32t 9spd |
| Chain | KMC HG53 | KMC X9 |
| Pedals | Wellgo Platform | Kona JS2 |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano Hydraulic; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano 160mm; Brake Levers: Shimano Hydraulic | Brake Calipers: Tektro HDM285; Front Brake Rotor: Tektro 160mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro 160mm; Brake Levers: Tektro HDM285 |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | FSA TH ZST no.10 | FSA N0.10 |
| Handlebar | Kona Handplant | Kona Handplant |
| Stem | Kona Road | Kona Road |
| Saddle | Velo Plush | Velo Plush |
| Seatpost | Kona Commuter | Kona Commuter 27.2mm |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | (F) Formula / (R) Shimano Deore | (F) Formula / (R) Shimano Deore 135x10mm |
| Rims | WTB Freedom CruzDisc | WTB Freedom CruzDisc |
| Spokes | Sandvik Stainless 14g | Sandvik Stainless 14g |
| Front tire | WTB Freedom Trekking 700x40c | WTB Trekking Comp 700x40c |
| Rear tire | WTB Freedom Trekking 700x40c | WTB Trekking Comp 700x40c |
| Wheel size | 700c | 700c |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2016 Kona Ute | 2018 Kona Ute |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | 18 | S-18 |
| Reach | 421 mm | 421 mm |
| Stack | 581 mm | 581 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 74° |
| Seat tube | 457 mm | 457 mm |
| Head tube | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay / rear center | 625 mm | 625 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1273 mm | 1273 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | — | 305 mm |
| Standover height | 730 mm | 695 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Front center | 652 mm | 652 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 5, 2026.