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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Kona Howler and 2006 Kona Howler.
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
Uses front tire 26×2.35; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.13:1Highest3.27:1Total range291%
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 Howler
2006 Kona Howler
Overview
Model Year
2007
2006
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Howler
Howler
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$1,799.00
$1,799.00
Colors
Gree/White/Black
Red
Sizes
15", 15.5", 16", 16.5"
S (15), M (15.5"), L(16"), XL (16.5")
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Clump 7005 Butted Aluminum
Kona Clump 7005 4" Travel
Fork
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 3, 100mm travel
Marzocchi Drop-Off 4
Fork Material
Single
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Vanilla R, 4" travel
Fox Vanilla R, 4" travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano mix
Mountain mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore (RH only)
Front Derailleur
Chain retention system
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 X MegaExo
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 V7 brakes, Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC V7 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
TH Big Nut
Fsa
Handlebar
Kona DH Aluminum Riser OS
Truvativ Hussefelt Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Kona DH OS
Truvativ Hussefelt
Saddle
WTB Laser V Race
WTB Laser V Race
Seatpost
Kona Double Thumb
Truvativ XR Double Clamp
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: KK Disc 20mm, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
Sun Rims Single Track
Sun SingleTrack SL-1
Spokes
DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.35" Maxxis Minion
26 x 2.35" Maxxis Minion DH
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.