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2026 Kona Rove
Cyclocross/Gravel bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2026
- Category
- Gravel & Cyclocross
- Original MSRP
- $1,499.00
- Sizes
- 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
- Colors
- Gloss Faux Chrome w/ Dark Concrete & Blue Smoke Decals
- Geometry
- 6 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 22 preserved details · 8 archived images · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900000998
Model history 1 other year
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Kona Butted Cromoly |
|---|---|
| Fork | Kona Cromoly |
| Rear Shock | n/a |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano CUES 6030 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES 6000 |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES 6030 40t / 48 165mm / 50 170mm / 52-54 172.5mm / 56-58 175mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BSA 68mm |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES LG300 11-48t 10spd |
| Chain | Shimano CUES LG500 |
| Pedals | n/a |
Brakes
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES 6030; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: Shimano CUES 6030 |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | FSA Orbit No.1 EC34/EC34 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Kona Gravel Dropbar 31.8mm / Width 48 42cm / 50-52 44cm / 54 46cm / 56-58 48cm |
| Stem | Kona 31.8mm / Rise 6º / Length 48-52 60mm / 54-56 70mm / 58 80mm |
| Saddle | Kona Gravel |
| Seatpost | Kona w/Offset 27.2mm / 48-52 350mm / 54-58 375mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) Formula 12x100mm / (R) Formula 12x142mm HG |
|---|---|
| Rims | WTB ST I23 TCS 2.0 |
| Spokes | Stainless 2mm Black |
| Front Tire | Maxxis Rambler 700x40mm |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Rambler 700x40mm |
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 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 480 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Top tube | 524 mm | 539 mm | 554 mm | 570 mm | 586 mm | 603 mm |
| Head tube | 90 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 69.5° | 69.5° | 70° | 70° | 70° | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 75° | 74.5° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° | 72.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1035 mm | 1047 mm | 1055 mm | 1066 mm | 1079 mm | 1091 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 281 mm | 281 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm |
| Reach | 380 mm | 385 mm | 390 mm | 395 mm | 400 mm | 405 mm |
| Stack | 536 mm | 555 mm | 573 mm | 592 mm | 609 mm | 628 mm |
| Standover height | 749 mm | 769 mm | 790 mm | 809 mm | 829 mm | 847 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Front center | 611 mm | 623 mm | 630 mm | 641 mm | 653 mm | 665 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm |
Geometry source: Manufacturer HTML geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry tools
Analyze a published size
48 geometry
Archive context: The seat angle of 75° sits toward the steeper end. Its stack of 536 mm sits somewhat lower than typical. The head angle of 69.5° sits somewhat slacker than typical.
Compared with 79 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 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 48 geometry 50 geometry
Archive context: Its wheelbase of 1047 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. Its reach of 385 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. The head angle of 69.5° sits somewhat slacker than typical.
Compared with 79 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 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: The head angle of 70° sits somewhat slacker than typical. The chainstay of 435 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. The seat angle of 74° sits somewhat steeper than typical.
Compared with 91 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 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 wheelbase of 1066 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. Its reach of 395 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. The head angle of 70° sits somewhat slacker than typical.
Compared with 91 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 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 bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits somewhat shallower than typical. The seat angle of 73° sits somewhat more relaxed than typical. The head angle of 70° sits somewhat slacker than typical.
Compared with 64 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 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: The seat angle of 72.5° sits toward the more relaxed end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits somewhat shallower than typical. The chainstay of 435 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 70 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 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
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ChainShimano CUES LG500Exact archived model
CassetteShimano CUES LG300 11-48t 10spdExact archived model
Bottom bracketShimano BSA 68mmNamed archived component — verify dimensions
More qualified parts (3)
Rear derailleurShimano CUES 6000Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
ShiftersShimano CUES 6030Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
RimsWTB ST I23 TCS 2.0Named 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 complete frame and fork in bright light for cracks, dents, distortion, corrosion, impact marks, suspicious paint differences or signs of repair. Check the head tube, bottom-bracket area, dropouts, joints and clamped surfaces especially closely.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 10-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 →
- Bottom bracketTurn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Creaking under load deserves investigation but does not identify the source by itself.Inspect the bottom bracket and shell →
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: 2026 Kona Rove · Cyclocross/Gravel · Published sizes: 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Kona Butted Cromoly · Fork: Kona Cromoly
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano CUES 6030 · Rear derailleur: Shimano CUES 6000 · Crankset: Shimano CUES 6030 40t / 48 165mm / 50 170mm / 52-54 172.5mm / 56-58 175mm · Bottom bracket: Shimano BSA 68mm · Cassette: Shimano CUES LG300 11-48t 10spd · Chain: Shimano CUES LG500
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES 6030; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: Shimano CUES 6030
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Rims: WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 · Hubs: (F) Formula 12x100mm / (R) Formula 12x142mm HG · Front tire: Maxxis Rambler 700x40mm · Rear tire: Maxxis Rambler 700x40mm
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: FSA Orbit No.1 EC34/EC34 · Handlebar: Kona Gravel Dropbar 31.8mm / Width 48 42cm / 50-52 44cm / 54 46cm / 56-58 48cm · Stem: Kona 31.8mm / Rise 6º / Length 48-52 60mm / 54-56 70mm / 58 80mm · Seatpost: Kona w/Offset 27.2mm / 48-52 350mm / 54-58 375mm · Saddle: Kona Gravel
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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