VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Kona Kula

Velopedia Archive ID 56952

Overview

Model year1996
BrandKona
ModelKula
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID56952
Original MSRP$1,949.00
ColorsGold, satin
Sizes14", 16", 18", 19", 20", 21"
Weight23.2 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame materialEaston ProGram Elite double-butted
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetCurve OM, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketCurve ZVL, 119 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo WPD-96A (clipless)

Brakes

BrakesMagura Hydraulic HS11 brakes, Magura Hydrostop levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Kona Race Light Impact
HandlebarEaston, aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKona Race Light Velocity
SaddleSelle Italia Expedia
SeatpostKona O-Beam, 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 26, 2026.