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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 2007 Kona Hoss and 2006 Kona Hoss.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2007 Kona Hoss44/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.9 mphHighest gear28.6 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.35; rear size isn’t listed.

2006 Kona Hoss44/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.9 mphHighest gear28.5 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.3; 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
2007 Kona Hoss
2006 Kona Hoss
Overview
Model Year
2007
2006
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Hoss
Hoss
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$899.00
$899.00
Colors
Dark Gray
Blue
Sizes
16", 18", 20", 22"
16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Clump 7005 Butted Aluminum
Kona Clump Butted Aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 4, 100mm travel
Marzocchi Dirt Jam Comp, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Mountain mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Crankset
FSA Alpha Drive, 44/32/22 teeth
Truvativ Blaze ISIS, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
RPM Isis DH
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
Kona Jackshit
Shimano PD-M505 Clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Sole Hydraulic brakes, Hayes Sole levers
Hayes Sole brakes, Hayes Sole levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Th
Aheadset STS
Handlebar
FSA XC-289A OS
Truvativ LE OS Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-190LX
Truvativ XR 3D OS
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport SE
WTB Speed V Sport SE
Seatpost
Kona Double Thumb
Kona Double Clamp
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
Alex DM-24
Alex DM-24
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.35" Maxxis High Roller
26 x 2.30" Nokian NBT
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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