VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1995 Kona Explosif

Velopedia Archive ID 32376

Overview

Model year1995
BrandKona
ModelExplosif
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID32376
Original MSRP$1,399.00
ColorsRed metallic
Sizes14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
Weight24.4 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialColumbus Max
ForkMarzocchi XCR
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crown

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT Compact Drive, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT GS
CranksetSugino Mighty 900 Compact, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC SS-90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M535 SPD (clipless)

Brakes

BrakesRitchey Logic brakes, Kona Race Light High Command levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Kona Race Light Control Center
HandlebarBontrager Titec 150g
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKona Race Light Velocity
SaddleKona Race Light Equilibrium
SeatpostKona Race Light O-Beam, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore XT w/suspension front axle
RimsMavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8 mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.00" Kona Mr. Dirt kevlar, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Kona The Cleaner kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1064.3 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.