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2007 Kona Hoss · 2008 Kona Hoss

Specification2007 Kona Hoss2008 Kona Hoss
Overview
Model year20072008
BrandKonaKona
ModelHossHoss
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID9524813243
Original MSRP$899.00$999.00
ColorsDark GrayDark Blue
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22"16", 18", 20", 22"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialKona Clump 7005 Butted AluminumKona Clump 7005 Aluminum
ForkMarzocchi Dirt Jumper 4, 100mm travelMarzocchi Dirt Jumper 2, 100mm travel
Fork materialSingleSteel, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano DeoreMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano DeoreShimano Deore
Front derailleurShimano DeoreShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano DeoreShimano XT Shadow
CranksetFSA Alpha Drive, 44/32/22 teethFSA Alpha Drive, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketRPM Isis DHRPM DH Isis
Cassette—Shimano Deore
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano HG53-9
PedalsKona JackshitShimano PD-M505
Brakes
BrakesHayes Sole Hydraulic brakes, Hayes Sole leversHayes Stroker Trail w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Trail Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetThTh
HandlebarFSA XC-289A OSFSA XC-280B OS Riser
Handlebar extensions—Not included
StemFSA OS-190LXFSA OS-190LX
SaddleWTB Speed V Sport SEWTB Speed V Sport SE
SeatpostKona Double ThumbKona Double Clamp
Wheels & tires
HubsFront: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 discFront: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano M525 disc
RimsAlex DM-24Sun Black Eye
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire26 x 2.35" Maxxis High Roller26 x 2.35" Maxxis Ignitor
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.