VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Kona Cinder Cone

Velopedia Archive ID 74501

Overview

Model year1998
BrandKona
ModelCinder Cone
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID74501
Original MSRP$799.00
ColorsEggplant Suprise
Sizes14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 21"
Weight26.6 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted
ForkRock Shox Indy C
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetCyclone CX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesAvid 1D-10 brakes, Avid AD-1.0 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
HandlebarKona Bulge
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleSelle Italia XO
SeatpostKona Race Lite

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Kona OB-1, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
RimsMavic X138
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Front tireFront: Kona Enter, Rear: Kona Break

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
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.