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2021 Kona Libre CR
Original manufacturer specifications including 650b wheels, geometry for 5 published sizes.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2021
- Category
- Gravel & Cyclocross
- Original MSRP
- $2,999.00
- Sizes
- 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
- Colors
- Gloss Metallic Alpine Blue w/ Metallic Silver & Black Decals
- Geometry
- 5 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 25 preserved details · archived image · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900002016
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Kona Race Light Carbon |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Fork | Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc |
| Fork Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Rear Shock | n/a |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano GRX 600 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX 810 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX 810 |
| Crankset | Shimano GRX 600; Chainring: 30/46t |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano PF86 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 11-34t 11spd |
| Chain | Shimano 105 |
| Pedals | n/a |
Brakes
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano GRX 400; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT54 160mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT54 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano GRX |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | FSA no.42ACB |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Kona Road |
| Stem | Kona Road Deluxe |
| Saddle | WTB SL8 |
| Seatpost | Kona Deluxe Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) Formula 100x12mm (centerlock) / (R) Formula 142x12mm (centerlock) |
|---|---|
| Rims | WTB KOM Light Team i25 TCS 2.0 |
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| Front Tire | WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650x47c |
| Rear Tire | WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650x47c |
| Wheel Size | 650b |
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 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 455 mm | 490 mm | 510 mm | 540 mm | 550 mm |
| Top tube | 543 mm | 558 mm | 572 mm | 588 mm | 608 mm |
| Head tube | 137.3 mm | 153.2 mm | 175.4 mm | 196.5 mm | 230.4 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 70.5° | 71° | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 73.5° | 73° | 72.5° | 72° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1042 mm | 1052 mm | 1058 mm | 1068 mm | 1084 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 273 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 383 mm | 386 mm | 389 mm | 394 mm |
| Stack | 575 mm | 590 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm | 660 mm |
| Standover height | 740 mm | 764 mm | 785 mm | 812 mm | 832 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Front center | 613 mm | 623 mm | 628 mm | 638 mm | 654 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 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
50 geometry
Archive context: Its stack of 575 mm sits toward the taller end. Its wheelbase of 1042 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. Its reach of 378 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 37 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2023 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 50 geometry 52 geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 75 mm sits somewhat deeper than typical. The head angle of 70.5° sits somewhat slacker than typical. The chainstay of 440 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 34 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2023 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 52 geometry 54 geometry
Archive context: Its stack of 610 mm sits toward the taller end. The seat angle of 73° sits toward the more relaxed end. Its wheelbase of 1058 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 34 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2023 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 54 geometry 56 geometry
Archive context: Its stack of 630 mm sits toward the taller end. The seat angle of 72.5° sits somewhat more relaxed than typical. Its reach of 389 mm sits somewhat shorter than typical.
Compared with 24 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2023 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 56 geometry 58 geometry
Archive context: Its stack of 660 mm sits toward the taller end. The seat angle of 72° sits toward the more relaxed end. Its reach of 394 mm sits toward the shorter end.
Compared with 24 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2023 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 58 geometry Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
Shimano 105 11-34t 11spd
Interpreted as Shimano 105 · 11-speed Component family — verify exact version
WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650x47c
Named tire · verify the exact width
Before ordering: Confirm the exact tire width before ordering.
Shimano PF86
Named archived component — verify dimensions
More qualified parts (6)
WTB SL8
Named archived component — verify exact version
Shimano GRX 600; Chainring: 30/46t
Component family — verify exact version
Shimano GRX 810
Interpreted as Shimano GRX · 11-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Before ordering: Confirm whether the drivetrain is mechanical or electronic before ordering.
Shimano GRX 810
Interpreted as Shimano GRX · 11-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Before ordering: Confirm whether the drivetrain is mechanical or electronic before ordering.
Shimano GRX 600
Interpreted as Shimano GRX · 11-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Before ordering: Confirm whether the drivetrain is mechanical or electronic before ordering.
FSA no.42ACB
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 →- FrameInspect the frame in bright light, especially around the head tube, bottom bracket, chainstays and clamped areas. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of a previous impact.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 →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 11-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 19 checks based on 5 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 Libre CR · Cyclocross/Gravel · Published sizes: 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Kona Race Light Carbon · Fork: Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc · Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano GRX 600 · Front derailleur: Shimano GRX 810 · Rear derailleur: Shimano GRX 810 · Crankset: Shimano GRX 600; Chainring: 30/46t · Bottom bracket: Shimano PF86 · Cassette: Shimano 105 11-34t 11spd · Chain: Shimano 105
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Shimano GRX 400; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT54 160mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT54 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano GRX
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 650b · Rims: WTB KOM Light Team i25 TCS 2.0 · Hubs: (F) Formula 100x12mm (centerlock) / (R) Formula 142x12mm (centerlock) · Front tire: WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650x47c · Rear tire: WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650x47c
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: FSA No.42ACB · Handlebar: Kona Road · Stem: Kona Road Deluxe · Seatpost: Kona Deluxe Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm · Saddle: WTB SL8
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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