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2021 Kona Honzo ESD
Original manufacturer specifications including 29" wheels, geometry for 4 published sizes.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2021
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $2,899.00
- Sizes
- S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Gloss Metallic Red w/ Silver Decals
- Geometry
- 4 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 24 preserved details · archived image · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900001977
Model history 1 other year
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Kona Cromoly Butted |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Grip Damper 150mm Tapered 110mm Spacing |
| Rear Shock | n/a |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano XT |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX |
| Crankset | Race Face Aeffect R; Chainring: 30t Wide/Narrow |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face 73mm |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX 11-51t 12spd |
| Chain | Shimano Deore |
| Pedals | n/a |
Brakes
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano Deore; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT64 203mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT64 180mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Deore |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5 E ZS |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Race Face Aeffect R 35 |
| Stem | Race Face Aeffect R 35 |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal w/ Shimano Lever 31.6mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) Shimano SLX 110x15mm / (R) Shimano SLX 148x12mm |
|---|---|
| Rims | Race Face AR 30 |
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| Front Tire | Maxxis Assegai EXO TR 3C 29x2.5" WT |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO TR 3C 29x2.4" WT |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 380 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm |
| Top tube | 578 mm | 605 mm | 633 mm | 670 mm |
| Head tube | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 63° | 63° | 63° | 63° |
| Seat-tube angle | 77.5° | 77.5° | 77.5° | 77.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1186 mm | 1216 mm | 1245 mm | 1285 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 62.5 mm | 62.5 mm | 62.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm |
| Reach | 440 mm | 465 mm | 490 mm | 525 mm |
| Stack | 625 mm | 634 mm | 643 mm | 652 mm |
| Standover height | 712 mm | 710 mm | 709 mm | 706 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Front center | 776 mm | 806 mm | 835 mm | 875 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 560 mm | 560 mm | 560 mm | 560 mm |
Geometry source: Kona first-party archive metric geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry tools
Analyze a published size
S geometry
Archive context: The head angle of 63° sits toward the slacker end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 62.5 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 417 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end.
Compared with 86 distinct mountain geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2019–2023 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze S geometry M geometry
Archive context: The chainstay of 417 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. The head angle of 63° sits toward the slacker end. Its reach of 465 mm sits toward the longer end.
Compared with 86 distinct mountain geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2019–2023 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze M geometry L geometry
Archive context: The chainstay of 417 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. The head angle of 63° sits toward the slacker end. Its reach of 490 mm sits toward the longer end.
Compared with 79 distinct mountain geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2019–2023 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze L geometry XL geometry
Archive context: The chainstay of 417 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its reach of 525 mm sits toward the longer end. The head angle of 63° sits toward the slacker end.
Compared with 71 distinct mountain geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2019–2023 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze XL geometry Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
Shimano SLX 11-51t 12spd
Interpreted as Shimano SLX · 12-speed Component family — verify exact version
Maxxis Assegai EXO TR 3C 29x2.5" WT
Named tire and published size
Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO TR 3C 29x2.4" WT
Named tire and published size
More qualified parts (6)
WTB Volt
Named archived component — verify exact version
Shimano SLX
Interpreted as Shimano SLX · 12-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Shimano XT
Interpreted as Shimano Deore XT · 12-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Before ordering: Confirm whether the drivetrain is mechanical or electronic before ordering.
Race Face Aeffect R 35
Named archived component — verify dimensions
Race Face Aeffect R 35
Named archived component — verify dimensions
FSA Orbit 1.5 E ZS
Named archived component — verify dimensions
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Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameCheck paint chips, vent holes and the inside of the seat tube for corrosion. Also look for dents, bent tubes and cracking around welded or brazed joints.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesTest each brake separately and confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly. Inspect the pads and braking surfaces for wear or contamination, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 12-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2021 Kona Honzo ESD · Mountain · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Kona Cromoly Butted · Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Grip Damper 150mm Tapered 110mm Spacing
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Grip Damper 150mm Tapered 110mm Spacing
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano XT · Rear derailleur: Shimano SLX · Crankset: Race Face Aeffect R; Chainring: 30t Wide/Narrow · Bottom bracket: Race Face 73mm · Cassette: Shimano SLX 11-51t 12spd · Chain: Shimano Deore
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Shimano Deore; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT64 203mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT64 180mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Deore
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 29" · Rims: Race Face AR 30 · Hubs: (F) Shimano SLX 110x15mm / (R) Shimano SLX 148x12mm · Front tire: Maxxis Assegai EXO TR 3C 29x2.5" WT · Rear tire: Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO TR 3C 29x2.4" WT
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: FSA Orbit 1.5 E ZS · Handlebar: Race Face Aeffect R 35 · Stem: Race Face Aeffect R 35 · Seatpost: TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal w/ Shimano Lever 31.6mm · Saddle: WTB Volt
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Build relationships are limited to the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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