Lowest1.52:1
Highest4.00:1
Total range263%
Estimated speed At 90 RPM
Lowest gear
Highest gear
Uses front tire 700C×30; rear size isn’t listed.
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2001 Kona Jake the Snake
Original specifications: Shimano Sora · 8-speed · mechanical rear derailleur · 700c wheels · legacy reference geometry.
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At a glance
Archive #35216- Model year
- 2001
- Category
- Gravel & Cyclocross
- Original MSRP
- $899.00
- Sizes
- 49cm, 52cm, 55cm, 58cm, 60cm
- Colors
- Bright Silver Metallic
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 25 specifications · archived image · original MSRP · geometry
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Identification clues
2001 archived details
- Published colors
- Bright Silver Metallic
- Frame
- 7005 aluminum, double-butted
- Original equipment
- Road Mix
Clues, not proof of model year. Colors vary and components may have been replaced.
Original build7005 aluminum, double-butted · Road Mix · 700c wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 7005 aluminum, double-butted |
| Fork | Kona Project 2 |
| Fork Material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Road Mix |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Sora STI Dual Control |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora |
| Crankset | Sugino RD-5000, 38/48 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-UN40 |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 12 - 25 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M515 SPD |
Brakes
| Brakes | Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano Sora STI Dual Control levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Aheadset STS |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | 3T Forma |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Kona Control |
| Saddle | SDG Comp |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: Shimano Sora, Rear: Shimano Sora 8-speed |
|---|---|
| Rims | Mavic CXP 11 |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 15/14g |
| Front Tire | 700 x 30c Kenda Kwick |
| Wheel Size | 700c 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 | 540 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 72.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1014 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 43.2 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
Find replacement parts
Shimano CN-IG31
1/2 x 3/32"
Retailer offers
SRAM PC-830 Chain One Color, 8 Speed
Replacement option
Shimano CN-IG31 on eBaySponsored links
700 x 30c Kenda Kwick
Retailer offers
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V Clincher Tire Black, 700x30
700x30c
Replacement option
Other replacement options (1)
Challenge Strada Bianca Pro Tubeless Tire Tan, 700x30
700x30c
Replacement option
Kenda Kwick on eBaySponsored links
Shimano BB-UN40
More parts (6)Fewer parts
Shimano PD-M515 SPD
SDG Comp
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora STI Dual Control
Mavic CXP 11
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Parts and service referenceQuick reference before buying parts
Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- 700 x 30c Kenda Kwick
- Drivetrain
- 8-speed
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Shimano BB-UN40
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Kona Project 2 · Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Road Mix · Shifters: Shimano Sora STI Dual Control · Front derailleur: Shimano Sora · Rear derailleur: Shimano Sora · Crankset: Sugino RD-5000, 38/48 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-UN40 · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 12 - 25 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano Sora STI Dual Control levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 700c wheels · Rims: Mavic CXP 11 · Hubs: Front: Shimano Sora, Rear: Shimano Sora 8-speed · Front tire: 700 x 30c Kenda Kwick
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: Aheadset STS · Handlebar: 3T Forma · Stem: Kona Control · Seatpost: Kona Thumb · Saddle: SDG Comp · Pedals: Shimano PD-M515 SPD
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