1997  Kona  AA
Bicycle TypeMountain bike, front suspension
MSRP (new) $1,299.00
Weight24.8
Sizes14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 21"
ColorsMatte silver
Item ID62984

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Frame & Fork
Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame Tubing MaterialEaston Elite
Fork Brand & ModelRock Shox Indy XC
Fork MaterialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear ShockNot applicable

Components
Component GroupShimano Deore XT/LX
BrakesetShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-1.9 levers
Shift LeversShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front DerailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear DerailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetSugino Mighty 900, 22/32/42 teeth
PedalsWellgo WPD-700 (clipless)
Bottom BracketShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
SeatpostTahoma DP 127, 27.0 mm diameter
SaddleSelle Italia Expedia
HandlebarKona Slim 165
Handlebar ExtensionsNot included
Handlebar StemTahoma Sonne IV
Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset STC

Wheels
HubsFront: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
RimsMavic 221N, 32-hole
TiresFront: 26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Kona Sniff
Spoke BrandDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples


Reviews Reviews

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uzzi
2/26/2012 7:18:07 PM
7 to 12 Months
great bike, if you dont crash.
Pros: Light weight, stiff frame, and good parts make this an insanely good XC trail/race bike.
Cons: The welded on rear derailleur hanger means the frame is worthless if it bends. I had it for less than a year before the hanger bent and stripped out beyond repair. I then switched brands.
Comments: Mine came equipped with a Marzocchi Bomber, and it was my first serious bike. I won many races, including my first with it. I wish I had kept it and converted it to single speed, or had a frame builder repair it.

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