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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Kona Cowan and 2006 Kona Cowan.
- Equipment
2006 Kona Cowan has 10 mm more front travel than 2007 Kona Cowan in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2006 Kona Cowan had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2007 Kona Cowan.
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.
Lowest1.13:1Highest3.27:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 26×2.2.
Lowest1.13:1Highest3.27:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 26×2.1.
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 Cowan
2006 Kona Cowan
Overview
Model Year
2007
2006
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Cowan
Cowan
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,499.00
$1,299.00
Colors
Brown Matt
Blue
Sizes
13", 15", 15.5", 17", 17.5"
13"(XS), 15"(S), 15.5"(M), 17"(L), 17.5"(XL)
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Clump 7005 Butted Aluminum
Kona Clump 7005 Aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 2, 100mm travel
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 3, 110mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano mix
Mountain mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore (right side only)
Front Derailleur
—
Cowan/Jackshit Chainguide
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore LX
Crankset
FSA Gravity Moto X MegaExo, 36 teeth
Truvativ Hussefelt-Howitzer, 36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Gravity MOTO Mega EXO
TruVativ Howitzer
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
Kona Jackshit
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes HFX-9 XC brakes, Hayes HFX-9 XC levers
Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC brakes, Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
TH Big Nut
TH w/Big Nut
Handlebar
FSA Gravity Maximus OS Riser
Truvativ Hussefelt OS Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
FSA Gravity Maximus OS
Truvativ Hussefelt OS
Saddle
Kona Dirt Jump
Kona DJ
Seatpost
FSA FR-270
Truvativ XR Double Clamp
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: KK Disc 20mm, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Front: KK Disc (20mm Thu-Axle), Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
Sun Ditch Witch
Sun Ditch Witch
Spokes
DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.40" Maxxis Holy Roller
26 x 2.30" Tioga Blue Dragon
Rear Tire
26 x 2.20" Maxxis Holy Roller
26 x 2.10" Tioga Blue Dragon
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.