Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1993 Kona Race Light Explosif

Velopedia Archive ID 43549

Overview

Model year	1993
Brand	Kona
Model	Race Light Explosif
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	43549
Original MSRP	$1,249.00
Sizes	16, 17, 18, 19, 20
Weight	23.9 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Tange Concept Ultimate Ultra Light
Fork	Joe Murray Project Two TB

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 27, 2026.