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2027 Kona Sutra
Cyclocross/Gravel bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2027
- Category
- Gravel & Cyclocross
- Original MSRP
- $2,299.00
- Sizes
- 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
- Colors
- Gloss Metallic Nickel w/ Charcoal Decals
- Geometry
- 6 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 22 preserved details · 8 archived images · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900000994
Model history 9 other years
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Kona Cromoly Butted |
|---|---|
| Fork | Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc Touring |
| Rear Shock | n/a |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano CUES 6030 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano CUES 6030 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES 6020 |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES 6030 32/46t / 48-54 165mm / 56-58 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BSA 68 |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES LG400 11-39t 10spd |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 |
| Pedals | n/a |
Brakes
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES 6030 Hydraulic; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: Shimano CUES 6030 Hydraulic |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | FSA no.1/no.10 EC44/ZS56 |
|---|---|
| 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 | Brooks B17 Leather Brown |
| Seatpost | Kona w/Offset 27.2mm / 48-52 350mm / 54-58 375mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) Formula 12x100mm / (R) Formula 12x142mm HG |
|---|---|
| Rims | WTB i25 |
| Spokes | Stainless 2.0mm Black |
| Front Tire | Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c |
| Rear Tire | Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c |
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 | 523 mm | 538 mm | 555 mm | 571 mm | 588 mm | 605 mm |
| Head tube | 105 mm | 125 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 195 mm | 215 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 75° | 74.5° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° | 72.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1036 mm | 1047 mm | 1061 mm | 1073 mm | 1086 mm | 1098 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 | 375 mm | 380 mm | 385 mm | 390 mm | 395 mm | 400 mm |
| Stack | 551 mm | 570 mm | 591 mm | 610 mm | 632 mm | 651 mm |
| Standover height | 752 mm | 770 mm | 794 mm | 817 mm | 835 mm | 854 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Front center | 602 mm | 613 mm | 626 mm | 638 mm | 651 mm | 662 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 415 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm | 415 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 chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. The seat angle of 75° sits toward the steeper end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 74 mm sits somewhat shallower than typical.
Compared with 70 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2025–2027 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: The chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its stack of 570 mm sits somewhat taller than typical. Its wheelbase of 1047 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 70 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2025–2027 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 chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its wheelbase of 1061 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. Its bottom-bracket drop of 72 mm sits somewhat shallower than typical.
Compared with 83 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2025–2027 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: The chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its stack of 610 mm sits toward the taller end. Its wheelbase of 1073 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 83 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2025–2027 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: The chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its stack of 632 mm sits toward the taller end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 70 mm sits somewhat shallower than typical.
Compared with 59 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2025–2027 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 chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. The seat angle of 72.5° sits toward the more relaxed end. Its stack of 651 mm sits toward the taller end.
Compared with 64 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2025–2027 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
Find replacement parts
ChainShimano LG500Exact archived model
CassetteShimano CUES LG400 11-39t 10spdExact archived model
Front tireSchwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40cNamed tire and published size
More qualified parts (6)
Bottom bracketShimano BSA 68Named archived component — verify dimensions
SaddleBrooks B17 Leather BrownNamed archived component — verify exact version
Front derailleurShimano CUES 6030Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Rear derailleurShimano CUES 6020Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
ShiftersShimano CUES 6030Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
RimsWTB i25Named 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: 2027 Kona Sutra · Cyclocross/Gravel · Published sizes: 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Kona Cromoly Butted · Fork: Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc Touring
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano CUES 6030 · Front derailleur: Shimano CUES 6030 · Rear derailleur: Shimano CUES 6020 · Crankset: Shimano CUES 6030 32/46t / 48-54 165mm / 56-58 170mm · Bottom bracket: Shimano BSA 68 · Cassette: Shimano CUES LG400 11-39t 10spd · Chain: Shimano LG500
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES 6030 Hydraulic; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm 6B; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm 6B; Brake Levers: Shimano CUES 6030 Hydraulic
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Rims: WTB i25 · Hubs: (F) Formula 12x100mm / (R) Formula 12x142mm HG · Front tire: Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c · Rear tire: Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40c
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: FSA NO.1/NO.10 EC44/ZS56 · 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: Brooks B17 Leather Brown
Before and during the test ride
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