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2026 Kona Unity
Mountain bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2026
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $2,699.00
- Sizes
- S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Gloss Future Dusk w/ Blackcurrant, Nectarine, Wisteria & Pale Moss Decals
- Geometry
- 4 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 20 preserved details · 8 archived images · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900001155
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Kona Butted Cromoly |
|---|---|
| Fork | Kona Cromoly |
Drivetrain
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
|---|---|
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT |
| Crankset | RaceFace Aeffect Cinch 28t / S 165mm / M-L 170mm / XL 175mm |
| Bottom Bracket | RaceFace BSA 73 |
| Cassette | Shimano XT 11-50t 11spd |
| Chain | KMC eGlide Turbo |
| Pedals | Kona JS2 |
Brakes
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Tektro Gemini M535 4-piston; Front Brake Rotor: Tektro 203mm 6B 2.3mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro 203mm 6B 2.3mm; Brake Levers: Tektro Gemini M535 |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | FSA no.10 ZS44/ZS44 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Kona 31.8mm / Back 9º / Up 5º / Rise 15mm / Width 780mm |
| Stem | Kona 31.8mm / Rise 0º / Length S-M 35mm / M-L 45mm |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Medium |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm / 375mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) DT Swiss 370 15x110mm / (R) DT Swiss 370 12x148mm HG |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless 2.0mm Black |
| Front Tire | WTB Ranger TCS Tough 29x3.0" |
| Rear Tire | WTB Ranger TCS Tough 27.5x3.0" |
| 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 | 370 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 530 mm |
| Top tube | 591 mm | 623 mm | 656 mm | 691 mm |
| Head tube | 160 mm | 165 mm | 175 mm | 190 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 65.8° | 65.8° | 65.8° | 65.8° |
| Seat-tube angle | 75.8° | 75.3° | 74.8° | 74.3° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 440-456 | 440-456 | 440-456 | 440-456 |
| Wheelbase | 1176-1191 | 1203-1219 | 1232-1248 | 1263-1279 |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Reach | 435 mm | 460 mm | 485 mm | 510 mm |
| Stack | 615 mm | 620 mm | 629 mm | 643 mm |
| Standover height | 725 mm | 760 mm | 816 mm | 849 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Front center | 745 mm | 772 mm | 796 mm | 831 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 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
The archived table contains multiple manufacturer geometry states. Velopedia preserves source order and analyzes each state separately rather than averaging the published values.
S geometry
Configuration
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 440 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its reach of 435 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 168 distinct mountain 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 S · Configuration 1 geometry Archive context: The chainstay of 456 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. Its reach of 435 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 168 distinct mountain 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 S · Configuration 2 geometry M geometry
Configuration
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 440 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. Its reach of 460 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 171 distinct mountain 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 M · Configuration 1 geometry Archive context: The chainstay of 456 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. Its reach of 460 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 171 distinct mountain 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 M · Configuration 2 geometry L geometry
Configuration
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. Its reach of 485 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. The seat angle of 74.8° sits somewhat more relaxed than typical.
Compared with 166 distinct mountain 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 L · Configuration 1 geometry Archive context: The chainstay of 456 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. Its reach of 485 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 166 distinct mountain 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 L · Configuration 2 geometry XL geometry
Configuration
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The seat angle of 74.3° sits toward the more relaxed end. Its reach of 510 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 145 distinct mountain 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 XL · Configuration 1 geometry Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 456 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. The seat angle of 74.3° sits toward the more relaxed end.
Compared with 145 distinct mountain 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 XL · Configuration 2 geometry Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
CassetteShimano XT 11-50t 11spdNamed component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Front tireWTB Ranger TCS Tough 29x3.0"Named tire and published size
Rear tireWTB Ranger TCS Tough 27.5x3.0"Named tire and published size
More qualified parts (1)
SaddleWTB Volt MediumNamed archived component — verify exact version
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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 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 →
- 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 Unity · Mountain · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Kona Butted Cromoly · Fork: Kona Cromoly
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Rear derailleur: Shimano XT · Crankset: RaceFace Aeffect Cinch 28t / S 165mm / M-L 170mm / XL 175mm · Bottom bracket: RaceFace BSA 73 · Cassette: Shimano XT 11-50t 11spd · Chain: KMC eGlide Turbo
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Tektro Gemini M535 4-piston; Front Brake Rotor: Tektro 203mm 6B 2.3mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro 203mm 6B 2.3mm; Brake Levers: Tektro Gemini M535
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 29" · Hubs: (F) DT Swiss 370 15x110mm / (R) DT Swiss 370 12x148mm HG · Front tire: WTB Ranger TCS Tough 29x3.0" · Rear tire: WTB Ranger TCS Tough 27.5x3.0"
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: FSA No.10 ZS44/ZS44 · Handlebar: Kona 31.8mm / Back 9º / Up 5º / Rise 15mm / Width 780mm · Stem: Kona 31.8mm / Rise 0º / Length S-M 35mm / M-L 45mm · Seatpost: Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm / 375mm · Saddle: WTB Volt Medium · Pedals: Kona JS2
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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