Bicycle Archive · Specification report2005 Kona Hoss · 2006 Kona Hoss
| Specification | 2005 Kona Hoss | 2006 Kona Hoss |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2005 | 2006 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | Hoss | Hoss |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 92856 | 10854 |
| Original MSRP | $799.00 | $899.00 |
| Colors | Silver Matte | Blue |
| Sizes | 16", 18", 20", 22" | 16", 18", 20", 22" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum | Kona Clump Butted Aluminum |
| Fork | Marzocchi Dirt Jam Comp, 100mm travel | Marzocchi Dirt Jam Comp, 100mm travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum, single crown | Aluminum, single crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Mountain mix |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore RapidFire | Shimano Deore |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore, top-pull | Shimano Deore |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore |
| Crankset | TruVativ Blaze, 22/32/44 teeth | Truvativ Blaze ISIS, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | TruVativ ISIS Drive | Truvativ DHLT ISIS |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-HG53 |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M505 SPD | Shimano PD-M505 Clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano BR-M465 Mechanica Disc front/Shimano BR-M465 Mechanical Disc rear brakes, Avid FR-5 levers | Hayes Sole brakes, Hayes Sole levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS | Aheadset STS |
| Handlebar | TruVativ LE OS | Truvativ LE OS Riser |
| Handlebar extensions | — | Not included |
| Stem | TruVativ XR 3D OS | Truvativ XR 3D OS |
| Saddle | WTB Speed V Comp | WTB Speed V Sport SE |
| Seatpost | TruVativ XR Dual Clamp | Kona Double Clamp |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc | Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc |
| Rims | Alex AL-DM24, 32-hole | Alex DM-24 |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge | Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | — |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.30" Tioga Blue Dragon | 26 x 2.30" Nokian NBT |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.