VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Kona Koa

Velopedia Archive ID 59565

Overview

Model year1996
BrandKona
ModelKoa
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID59565
Original MSRP$679.00
ColorsRed, satin
Sizes14", 16", 18", 19", 20", 21"
Weight25.2 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7000 aluminum, double-butted
ForkKona Project Two Sport
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsFasten LXT w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Kona Race Light High Command levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Kona Race Light Impact
HandlebarKona Slim, aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKona Race Light Velocity
SaddleSelle Italia Triax Racing
SeatpostKalloy SP-243, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 238, 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 / rake39.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.