Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 68339
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Kona |
| Model | Explosif |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 68339 |
| Original MSRP | $1,649.00 |
| Colors | Matte mustard |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20" |
| Weight | 23.8 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Columbus Max |
| Fork | Rock Shox Indy SL |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT/LX |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Sugino Mighty 900, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG71, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo WPD-700 (clipless) |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-2.0 levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset ALC |
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| Handlebar | Kona Slim 165 |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Tahoma Sonne IV |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Expedia |
| Seatpost | Tahoma DP 310, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano Deore XT |
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| Rims | Mavic 220S, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Kona Sniff |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 584.2 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.