Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2007 Kona Howler · 2006 Kona Howler
| 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 |
| Archive ID | 95251 | 10856 |
| 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") |
| 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 |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.