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2006 Kona Howler

Velopedia Archive ID 10856

Overview

Model year	2006
Brand	Kona
Model	Howler
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	10856
Original MSRP	$1,799.00
Colors	Red
Sizes	S (15), M (15.5"), L(16"), XL (16.5")

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Kona Clump 7005 4" Travel
Fork	Marzocchi Drop-Off 4
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	Fox Vanilla R, 4" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore (RH only)
Front derailleur	Cowan/Jackshit Chainguide
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Crankset	Truvativ Hussefelt-Howitzer, 36 teeth
Bottom bracket	TruVativ Howitzer
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG53
Pedals	Kona Jackshit

Brakes

Brakes	Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC V7 brakes, Hayes Hydraulic HFX-9 XC V7 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	Fsa
Handlebar	Truvativ Hussefelt Riser
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Truvativ Hussefelt
Saddle	WTB Laser V Race
Seatpost	Truvativ XR Double Clamp

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims	Sun SingleTrack SL-1
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front tire	26 x 2.35" Maxxis Minion DH
Wheel size	26" wheels

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