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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Kona Kula Supreme and 2009 Kona Kula Supreme.
- Identity & price
2007 Kona Kula Supreme had an original MSRP $600 lower than 2009 Kona Kula Supreme.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; 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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2007 Kona Kula Supreme
2009 Kona Kula Supreme
Overview
Model Year
2007
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Kula Supreme
Kula Supreme
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$4,999.00
$5,599.00
Colors
Mint Green/White
Yellow/White
Sizes
16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Scandium Race Butted
Kona Race Light Scandium Butted
Fork
Rock Shox Sid World Cup, 80mm travel
Fox 32 F80RLC, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Shifters
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR Rapid Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR Shadow
Crankset
Shimano XTR, 44/32/22 teeth
Shimano XTR, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR Hollowtech II
BB Shell Width
—
73mm
Cassette
—
Shimano XTR
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG93, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano XT
Pedals
Not included
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers
Shimano XTR Disc brakes, Shimano XTR Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit DL
1 1/8" FSA Orbit DL
Handlebar
Easton EA70 31.8mm
Race Face Next carbon flat
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Easton EC70
Race Face Deus SL 31.8
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Comp
Selle Italia Flite
Seatpost
Easton EC70 Carbon
Race Face Next SL
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano XTR
Mavic CrossMax SLR
Rims
Shimano XTR WH-M959
Mavic CrossMax SLR
Spokes
Shimano, Wheelset
—
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Maxxis Crossmark
26 x 2.10" Maxxis CrossMark Exception
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.