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Key differences

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

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2005 Kona Jake the Snake and 2003 Kona Jake the Snake.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2005 Kona Jake the Snake48/39T · 12–25T · 9-speed
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.00:1Total range256%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear11.4 mphHighest gear29.2 mph

Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.

2003 Kona Jake the Snake48/39T · 12–25T · 9-speed
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.00:1Total range256%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear11.2 mphHighest gear28.8 mph

Uses front tire 700C×30; rear size isn’t listed.

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
2005 Kona Jake the Snake
2003 Kona Jake the Snake
Overview
Model Year
2005
2003
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Jake the Snake
Jake the Snake
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Cyclocross
Original MSRP
$1,099.00
$1,049.00
Colors
Silver, Bright Blue/Black
Double Snake Green
Sizes
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm
49cm, 52cm, 55cm, 58cm, 60cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Easton Ultralite Race
Easton Ultralite
Fork
Kona Project Two TB
Kona Project 2 TB
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cyclocross Mix
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano 105 STI Dual Control
Shimano 105 STI Dual Control
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 SS
Shimano 105 GS
Crankset
TruVativ Elita Cross, 39/48 teeth
TruVativ Elita, 39/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ SLLT ISIS
TruVativ ISIS Team SL
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control levers
Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
Handlebar
Easton OS
Koski road bar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton OS
Kona Control
Saddle
WTB Rocket V
SDG Satellite
Seatpost
Easton
Koski Stronghold
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano Deore, Rear: Shimano 105
Front: Shimano HB-M510, Rear: Shimano 105
Rims
Mavic MA3, 32-hole
Mavic MA3
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 15ga. Front / 14ga. Rear straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
700 x 35c Nokian Ravagozzi Cross
700 x 30c Kenda Kross Supreme
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

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

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