Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1993 Kona Mt. Shock Explosif

Velopedia Archive ID 44420

Overview

Model year	1993
Brand	Kona
Model	Mt. Shock Explosif
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	44420
Original MSRP	$1,399.00
Sizes	16, 17, 18, 19, 20
Weight	25.4 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Tange Concept Ultimate Ultra Light
Fork	Rock Shox Quadra

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano XTR/XT
Shifters	Shimano Deore XT thumbshifters
Front derailleur	Shimano XTR
Rear derailleur	Shimano XTR
Crankset	Sugino Mighty XP, 26/38/48 teeth
Rear cogs	8-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG70
Pedals	Superlite 105

Brakes

Brakes	Dia-Compe 987 low profile cantilevers, Kool Stops, SS-7 levers brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Kona 165 Aluminum
Stem	Joe Murray Velocity DB
Saddle	Kona Race Light (Hollow Cromo Rails)
Seatpost	Kona Race Light

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore XT/XTR
Rims	Mavic 231, 36-hole
Front tire	Joe Murray A:\Drive B:\Drive Kevlar

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	571.5 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	425.4 mm
Wheelbase	1054.1 mm
Fork offset / rake	40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.