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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

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

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2005 Kona Kula Deluxe and 2004 Kona Kula Deluxe.

  2. Identity & price

    2005 Kona Kula Deluxe had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2004 Kona Kula Deluxe.

    Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2005 Kona Kula Deluxe44/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 mphHighest gear27.9 mph

Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.

2004 Kona Kula Deluxe44/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 mphHighest gear27.6 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.9; 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 Kula Deluxe
2004 Kona Kula Deluxe
Overview
Model Year
2005
2004
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Deluxe
Kula Deluxe
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,799.00
$1,899.00
Colors
Red/White/Blue
Blue/Orange
Sizes
16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
Weight
—
23.8 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Easton Ultralite Race
Easton Ultralite Race
Fork
Fox FRL, 100mm travel
Fox F100 RLT, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore XT RapidFire
Shimano Deore XT RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT, top-pull
Shimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT SGS
Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset
RaceFace Deus XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Race Face Turbine Lite, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Deus XC X-Type
Race Face ISIS SRX
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes HFX-9 Carbon Disc front/Hayes HFX-9 Carbon XC rear brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Carbon XC levers
Hayes HFX-9 Carbon Disc brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Carbon Disc levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SAS
Handlebar
Easton EA50
Easton EA50
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Easton EA50
Easton EA50
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Race Carbon
SDG-Kona Satellite
Seatpost
Easton EA50
Easton EA50
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano HB-M525 Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M525
Shimano Deore disc
Rims
Sun Rims DS1-XC, 32-hole
Mavic X223 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 15/17ga. (1.8/1.5mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 15ga. Front / 14ga. Rear straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Tioga Red Phoenix
26 x 1.90" Nokian Boazobeana Kevlar
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

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

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