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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 2009 Kona Hoss.

  2. Identity & price

    2007 Kona Hoss had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2009 Kona Hoss.

    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.

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.

2009 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.

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
2009 Kona Hoss
Overview
Model Year
2007
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Hoss
Hoss
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$899.00
$1,099.00
Colors
Dark Gray
Black
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 7005 Aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 4, 100mm travel
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 2, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Shimano mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
FSA Alpha Drive, 44/32/22 teeth
FSA Step Up, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
RPM Isis DH
RPM Isis DH
BB Shell Width
—
73mm
Cassette
—
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC HG53
Pedals
Kona Jackshit
Kona Jackshit Deluxe
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Sole Hydraulic brakes, Hayes Sole levers
Shimano M575 disc brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Th
1 1/8" TH
Handlebar
FSA XC-289A OS
Kona XC/BC
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-190LX
Kona XC/BC
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport SE
WTB Speed V Sport SE
Seatpost
Kona Double Thumb
Kona OB
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Front: Formula DH 20mm, Rear: Shimano M525 disc
Rims
Alex DM-24
Sun Black Eye
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Sandvic stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.35" Maxxis High Roller
26 x 2.35" Maxxis Ignitor
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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