VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2001 Kona Explosif

Velopedia Archive ID 35235

Overview

Model year2001
BrandKona
ModelExplosif
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID35235
Original MSRP$2,599.00
ColorsGloss Black and White
Sizes16", 17", 18", 19", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston Scandium main/ Ultralite Rear
ForkRock Shox Sid SL, 3.15" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetShimano XT hollowtech, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-ES70
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M536 SPD

Brakes

BrakesAvid Single Digit Magnesium brakes, Avid SD-Mag levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetAheadset SAS
HandlebarEaston Monkey-Lite carbon
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemRace Face Prodigy
SaddleSDG Satellite SL
SeatpostAmerican Classic

Wheels & tires

HubsMavic Crossride
RimsMavic Crossride
SpokesMavic stainless steel
Front tire26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Mosquito
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 / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.