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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2007 Kona Cowan is Mountain; 2008 Kona Cowan is BMX.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Kona Cowan and 2008 Kona Cowan.
- Gearing
2008 Kona Cowan has a 33% lower climbing ratio than 2007 Kona Cowan.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2008 Kona Cowan had an original MSRP $400 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.
Lowest0.75:1Highest3.27:1Total range436%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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 Cowan
2008 Kona Cowan
Overview
Model Year
2007
2008
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Cowan
Cowan
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Freestyle/jumping
Original MSRP
$1,499.00
$1,099.00
Colors
Brown Matt
Silver/ White Matte
Sizes
13", 15", 15.5", 17", 17.5"
13", 14", 16", 17"
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 2 w/QR20, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Steel, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
—
Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
FSA Gravity Moto X MegaExo, 36 teeth
FSA Moto-X MegaExo, 24/36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Gravity MOTO Mega EXO
FSA Mega EXO
Cassette
—
Shimano Alivio
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano HG50
Pedals
Kona Jackshit
Kona Jackshit
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes HFX-9 XC brakes, Hayes HFX-9 XC levers
Hayes Stroker Trail w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Trail Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
TH Big Nut
FSA integrated
Handlebar
FSA Gravity Maximus OS Riser
FSA Maximus Riser OS
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
FSA Gravity Maximus OS
FSA Gap OS
Saddle
Kona Dirt Jump
Kona Dirt Jump
Seatpost
FSA FR-270
FSA Maximus Dbl
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: KK Disc 20mm, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Front: KK Disc 20mm, Rear: Shimano M525 disc
Rims
Sun Ditch Witch
Sun EQ 3.1SL
Spokes
DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.40" Maxxis Holy Roller
26 x 2.35" Maxxis High Roller
Rear Tire
26 x 2.20" Maxxis Holy Roller
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Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.