Lowest0.73:1
Highest3.82:1
Total range521%
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1998 Kona Kiluea
Original specifications: Shimano Deore XT · 8-speed · mechanical rear derailleur · 26.5 lb published weight · legacy reference geometry.
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At a glance
Archive #73380- Model year
- 1998
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $1,199.00
- Sizes
- 14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 21"
- Colors
- Munificent Mustard
- Weight
- 26.5 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 25 specifications · archived image · original MSRP · geometry
Original buildReynolds 631 · Mountain Mix
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Reynolds 631 |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z-3 Light |
| Fork Material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Mountain Mix |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore LX |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 22/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-UN51 |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Ritchey Logic |
Brakes
| Brakes | Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Kona Bulge |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Tahoma Sonne IV |
| Saddle | Selle Italia XO |
| Seatpost | Kona Race Lite |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano Deore LX |
|---|---|
| Rims | Mavic X221 |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Front Tire | Kona Enter |
| Rear Tire | Kona Break |
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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 | 584.2 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Add your rear tire size to calculate speedHow 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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Shimano CN-IG51
1/2 x 3/32"
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SRAM PC-830 Chain One Color, 8 Speed
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Shimano BB-UN51
Ritchey Logic
More parts (6)Fewer parts
Selle Italia XO
Shimano Deore LX
22/34/42 teeth
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore XT SGS
Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Mavic X221
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Parts and service referenceQuick reference before buying parts
Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- Front: Kona Enter, Rear: Kona Break
- Drivetrain
- 8-speed
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Shimano BB-UN51
Equipment inspection checks 11 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open equipment checksClose equipment checks
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z-3 Light · Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z-3 Light
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Mountain Mix · Shifters: Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore LX · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore XT SGS · Crankset: Shimano Deore LX, 22/34/42 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-UN51 · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Rims: Mavic X221 · Hubs: Front: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano Deore LX · Front tire: Front: Kona Enter, Rear: Kona Break
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS · Handlebar: Kona Bulge · Stem: Tahoma Sonne IV · Seatpost: Kona Race Lite · Saddle: Selle Italia XO · Pedals: Ritchey Logic
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