Ratio2.22:1
Estimated speed At 90 RPM
Gear
Rear tire: 26×2.
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1997 Kona A'ha
Original specifications: 26" wheels · 25.5 lb published weight · legacy reference geometry.
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At a glance
Archive #66597- Model year
- 1997
- Category
- Cruiser
- Original MSRP
- $549.00
- Sizes
- 16", 18", 20"
- Colors
- Stars & bars
- Weight
- 25.5 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 23 specifications · archived image · original MSRP · geometry
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Identification clues
1997 archived details
- Published colors
- Stars & bars
- Frame
- Chromoly, butted
- Original equipment
- N/A
Clues, not proof of model year. Colors vary and components may have been replaced.
Original buildChromoly, butted · 26" wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Chromoly, butted |
| Fork | Kona Project Two Sport |
| Fork Material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
Drivetrain
| Crankset | Cyclone BMX-1511, 40 teeth |
|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket | Cyclone BMX-BMX2, 110 mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 1-speed, 18 teeth |
| Chain | KMC, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Fasten |
Brakes
| Brakes | Curve OM brakes, Curve OM levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Alico YC-124 |
| Stem | Tahoma Sonne IV |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Triax R747 |
| Seatpost | Tahoma DP 127, 27.0 mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: Sovos KT-DJ3F, Rear: Sovos KT-DJ3R |
|---|---|
| Rims | Sun Rims AT18, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch |
| Rear Tire | 26 x 2.00" Kona Sniff |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
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Geometry
Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.
Reference drawing
Size
Measurement
Measurement
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 6 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 596.9 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 454.7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1094.7 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44.4 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Gearing results
| Measure | Original | Your setup |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest ratio | — | — |
| Highest ratio | — | — |
| Total range | — | — |
| Lowest-gear speed | — | — |
| Highest-gear speed | — | — |
Speeds are estimates. These calculations do not establish component compatibility or available tire clearance.
Parts & serviceability
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26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch
Replacement search: 26x2 bicycle tire Before ordering: Check rim type and tire clearance.
Selle Italia Triax R747
Tahoma DP 127
27.0 mm diameter
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Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- Front: 26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Kona Sniff
- Drivetrain
- 1-speed
- Seatpost diameter
- 27 mm
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Cyclone BMX-BMX2, 110 mm spindle · 68mm English
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Kona Project Two Sport · Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Crankset: Cyclone BMX-1511, 40 teeth · Bottom bracket: Cyclone BMX-BMX2, 110 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 1-speed, 18 teeth · Chain: KMC, 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Curve OM brakes, Curve OM levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Sun Rims AT18, 32-hole · Hubs: Front: Sovos KT-DJ3F, Rear: Sovos KT-DJ3R · Front tire: Front: 26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Kona Sniff
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 · Handlebar: Alico YC-124 · Stem: Tahoma Sonne IV · Seatpost: Tahoma DP 127, 27.0 mm diameter · Saddle: Selle Italia Triax R747 · Pedals: Fasten
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