VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2002 Kona Explosif

Velopedia Archive ID 37020

Overview

Model year2002
BrandKona
ModelExplosif
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID37020
Original MSRP$1,399.00
ColorsGrey
Sizes16", 18", 19", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialTrue Temper OX Platinum
ForkMarzocchi MXR, 3.15" travel
Fork materialAluminum, single triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetRace Face Prodigy ISIS, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin BB-9900 ISIS
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M505 SPD

Brakes

BrakesAvid Single Digit 5 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
HandlebarRace Face Prodigy Flatbar
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemRace Face Prodigy
SaddleSDG Satellite
SeatpostAmerican Classic

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore LX
RimsMavic X221
SpokesStainless steel, 15ga. Front / 14ga. Rear straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAluminum nipples
Front tire26 x 1.80" Tioga Factory SL
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 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 26, 2026.