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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 Kikapu and 2004 Kona Kikapu.

  2. Identity & price

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

    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 Kikapu44/32/22T · 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 Kikapu44/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 mphHighest gear27.8 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.95; 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 Kikapu
2004 Kona Kikapu
Overview
Model Year
2005
2004
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kikapu
Kikapu
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$1,099.00
$999.00
Colors
Matte Silver/White
Black/Silver
Sizes
14", 16", 18", 19", 20", 21", 23"
14", 16", 18", 19", 20", 21", 23"
Weight
—
30.9 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi MZ Comp, 100mm travel
Marzocchi MZ Comp, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float
Fox Vanilla, 3.5" travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, top-pull
Shimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX SGS
Shimano Deore LX
Crankset
TruVativ Blaze, 22/32/44 teeth
TruVativ Five D, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ ISIS Drive
TruVativ LE
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Wellgo A9 w/ clips and straps
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M475 Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Shimano BR-M475 Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid FR-1 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
1 1/8" threadless Victor VP-A71
Handlebar
Kona Riser
Kona Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Kona Control
TruVativ XR
Saddle
WTB Pure V Sport
Kona Comfort Comp
Seatpost
Kalloy SP-359
Kona Thumb
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Front: Shimano HB-M475 Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
Sun Rims Black Eye, 32-hole
Mavic XM 117 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 1.95" Tioga Terra Firma
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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