VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Kona King Kahuna Hei Hei

Velopedia Archive ID 59323

Overview

Model year1996
BrandKona
ModelKing Kahuna Hei Hei
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID59323
Original MSRP$3,999.00
ColorsPolished
Sizes16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
Weight22.1 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded titanium
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium w/6Al/4V titanium
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurShimano XTR, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetCook Bros. E, 28/36/46 teeth
Bottom bracketCurve ZVL, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M747 SPD (clipless)

Brakes

BrakesMagura Hydraulic HS22 brakes, Magura Hydrostop levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Kona Race Light Control Center
HandlebarEaston, aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemControl Tech
SaddleSelle Italia Max Flite
SeatpostSyncros Pro Series aluminum, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
SpokesDT Competition stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Kona Sniff, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Kona Scratch
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.