ORIGINALS

Raijin

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OVERVIEW

Augment your cross-country adventures into smooth-sailing performance speed. One of our most sought-after framesets, the Raijin features 3-2.5Ti tube materials, weighing in at a feathery four pounds (1.8kgs) for a 17-inch frame. We have a long history of working with Titanium and some serious expertise in designing unique, category-leading bikes tuned to its application. Made in the USA by Lynskey Performance Designs, and with features like a sliding replaceable dropout system with 135x10 included—singlespeed and 12x142 available—the Raijin is one of our sexiest frames.

SPEC HIGHLIGHTS

  • Updated Geometry
  • New tapered headtube
  • Seamless 3-2.5 Titanium
  • Modular dropout system
  • Manufactured in the USA by Lynskey

SPECIFICATIONS

GEOMETRY
mm   |   inches

  Size 15 17 19 21
1 Reach 395 419 439 459
2 Stack 617 620 638 657
3 HT Angle 69 69 69 69
4 HT Length 102 105 125 145
5 ST Angle 74 74 74 74
6 ST Length 381 432 483 533
7 CS Length 428 428 428 428
8 BB Drop 58 58 58 58
9 Wheelbase 1084 1109 1136 1163
10 Front Center 663 688 714 741
11 Fork Length 506 506 506 506
12 Fork Offset 47 47 47 47
13 TT Length 572 597 622 647
14 Standover 730 765 800 830
  Size 15 17 19 21
1 Reach 15.6 16.5 17.3 18.1
2 Stack 24.3 24.4 25.1 25.9
3 HT Angle 69 69 69 69
4 HT Length 4 4.1 4.9 5.7
5 ST Angle 74 74 74 74
6 ST Length 15 17 19 21
7 CS Length 16.9 16.9 16.9 16.9
8 BB Drop 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.3
9 Wheelbase 42.7 43.7 44.7 45.8
10 Front Center 26.1 27.1 28.1 29.2
11 Fork Length 19.9 19.9 19.9 19.9
12 Fork Offset 1.9 1.9 1.9 1.9
13 TT Length 22.5 23.5 24.5 25.5
14 Standover 28.7 30.1 31.5 32.7

SIZING CHART

ROAD/CX/ASPHALT

Height/Inches Height/Metric Inseam/Inches Inseam/Metric Road CX/Freerange Asphalt CoCo
4'10" - 5'1"147 - 155 cm25” - 27”64 - 69 cm48SmallSmall
5'0" - 5'3" 152 - 160 cm26" - 28" 66 - 71 cm49 cm48/49/49.5Small, Small MediumSmall, Medium
5'2" - 5'7" 157 - 170 cm27" - 29" 69 - 74 cm49/52/53 cm49/49.5/51/53Small Medium, MediumMedium, Large
5'6" - 5'11"168 - 180 cm29" - 31"74 - 79 cm53/54/56 cm51/53/54/56Medium, Medium LargeMedium, Large
5'10" - 6'3"178 - 190 cm31" - 33"79 - 84 cm56/58/59 cm 54/56/57/59Medium Large, LargeLarge, XL
6'2" - 6'5"188 - 196 cm33" - 36"84 - 91 cm61 cm59/61/63Large, XLN/A

MTB/ALL MOUNTAIN/GRAVITY

Height/Inches Height/Metric Inseam/Inches Inseam/Metric Crosstrail MTB Trail/Fat All Mountain/Enduro Gravity
4'10" - 5'1"147 - 155 cm24” - 27”61 - 69 cmSmallXS/SmallXS/SmallSmall
5'0" - 5'3" 152 - 160 cm26" - 29" 66 - 74 cmSmall, MediumSmall, MediumSmallSmall
5'2" - 5'7" 157 - 170 cm27" - 30" 69 - 76 cmSmall, MediumSmall, MediumSmall/MediumSmall/Medium
5'6" - 5'10"168 - 178 cm29" - 31"74 - 79 cmSmall, Medium, LargeSmall, Medium, LargeSmall/MediumSmall/Medium
5'9" - 6'0"175 - 183 cm30" - 33"76 - 84 cmMedium, LargeMedium, LargeMedium/LargeMedium/Large
5'11" - 6'2"180 - 188 cm32" - 35"81 - 89 cmMedium, Large, XLMedium, Large, XLLarge/XLMedium/Large
6'1" - 6'5"185 - 196 cm33" - 36"84 - 91 cmLarge, XLLarge, XLLarge/XLLarge

TECH

ORIGINALS MTB Trail, XC Trail

Introducing a new platform grouping for 2016: the Originals—our ever-evolving Kona staples that have graced millions of miles of trail the world over. From the cult flow of the fully rigid, singlespeed Unit, to the storied performance and reliability of the Cinder Cone, Blast, Explosif and Lana’i. These are the bikes that built our reputation. And we build them today with innovation that never sleeps and performance that makes the Kona Ride as sweet as honey.

3-2.5 TITANIUM

At Kona we only use 3-2.5 Titanium, an incredibly strong and lightweight metal consisting of 3 percent aluminum, 2.5 percent vanadium, and 94.5 percent pure titanium. Excellent fatigue life, lightweight property consistency, form-ability, and corrosion resistance are but a few of the reasons we use 3-2.5. Our titanium frames, aside from the Honzo Ti which is made in Taiwan, are manufactured in Tennessee, U.S.A. by Lynskey Performance Designs, one of the top titanium fabricators in the world.

2016 Ti bikes: Honzo Ti, Raijin Ti, Explosif Ti, Esatto Ti, Rove Ti

INTERNAL HEADSETS

The major benefit of an internal headset, whereby the bearing cups are actually pressed into the frame and are easily removable, is the extra layer of protection it provides the bearings against the elements. An internal headset also reduces stack height, so the height of the stem and bars are more adjustable, giving the rider the best fit possible.

TAPERED HEAD TUBE

More girth at the bottom of the head tube better distributes shock force, prolonging the bearing life of the headset itself and eliminating brake shudder, while providing positive steering performance. The inherent strength of its triangular design also means a stronger steering position and improved balance, giving the rider more control in rough terrain. A zero-stack, tapered head tube also puts strength where the load is going—into the lower headset cup—maximizing bearing durability where it’s needed.

LIFETIME WARRANTY

Register a new 2016 Kona bike within three months of purchase, and the original owner qualifies the Kona frame for a free Lifetime Warranty. Note: this does not apply to Kona Carbon models.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON COMPLETE BICYCLE
Kona warrants to the original owner that this new Kona bicycle shall be free of defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase in the United States or Canada and operated under normal conditions and use. During this one-year period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, all parts that are found by Kona to be defective and subject to this limited warranty. The original owner shall pay all labor charges connected with the repair or replacement of all parts.

LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY ON BICYCLE FRAME
When warranty on non-carbon Kona bikes and frames is NOT registered within three months of purchase, Kona warrants to the original owner that the frame of this new Kona bicycle purchased from an authorized Kona dealer shall be free of defective materials or workmanship for a three-year period. IF THE WARRANTY IS REGISTERED WITH KONA WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF THE BICYCLE, THE WARRANTY IS EXTENDED FOR THE LIFETIME OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER, with the exception of carbon bikes and frames. During warranty period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, the bicycle frame if Kona determines the frame is defective and subject to this limited warranty. The original owner shall pay all labor and shipping charges connected with the repair or replacement of the bicycle frame. Please see the Kona owner’s manual, provided with your bicycle, for additional information.

Note: this Limited Lifetime Warranty applies to purchases from Kona U.S.A., Kona Canada and Kona Europe.

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Lana'i

lanai
ORIGINALS
  • Frame Material: Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
  • Wheel Size: Four sizes in 27.5" and XS size in 26"
  • Wheels: Double wall rims
  • Front Suspension: 100mm
  • Fork: Suntour XCT 32mm stanchion fork
  • Crankset: Suntour XCE
  • Drivetrain: Shimano 11-34t 8-speed
  • Cockpit: Kona Aluminum riser bar, Kona Control stem, Kona Race Light grips
  • Brakes: Tektro mechanical disc
  • Tires: Kenda Slant Six 27.5/26x2.1"
  • Saddle: Kona XC
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MOUNTAIN XC 27.5" 26" Front Suspension

Fire Mountain

fire_mountain
ORIGINALS
  • Frame Material: Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
  • Wheel Size: Four sizes in 27.5" and XS size in 26"
  • Wheels: Double wall rims
  • Front Suspension: 100mm
  • Fork: Suntour XCR 32 fork with lockout and rebound adjust
  • Crankset: SRAM S600
  • Drivetrain: Shimano HG200 11-34t 9-speed
  • Cockpit: Kona Aluminum riser bar, Kona Control stem, Kona Race Light grips
  • Brakes: Tektro hydraulic disc
  • Tires: Kenda Slant Six 27.5/26x2.1"
  • Saddle: Kona XC
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MOUNTAIN XC 27.5" 26" Front Suspension

Blast

blast
ORIGINALS
  • Frame Material: Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum
  • Wheel Size: 27.5-inch
  • Wheels: WTB SX 19
  • Front Suspension: 100mm
  • Fork: RockShox 30 Silver TK 100mm
  • Crankset: Shimano Alivio
  • Drivetrain: Shimano HG200 11-34t 9-speed
  • Cockpit: Kona XC/BC riser bar, Kona XC/Road stem, Kona Race Light grips
  • Brakes: Shimano Hydraulic Disc
  • Tires: Maxxis Ardent 27.5x2.25" / CrossMark 27.5x2.1"
  • Saddle: Kona XC
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MOUNTAIN XC Trail 27.5" Front Suspension

Cinder Cone

cindercone
ORIGINALS
  • Frame Material:Kona SuperLight 7046 Aluminum Butted tubeset
  • Wheel Size: 27.5-inch
  • Wheels: WTB SX19
  • Front Suspension: 100mm
  • Fork: Tapered RockShox
  • Crankset: Shimano M521
  • Drivetrain: Shimano HG200 11-34t 9-speed
  • Cockpit: Kona XC/BC riser bar, Kona XC/Road stem, Kona Race Light grips
  • Brakes: Shimano Hydraulic
  • Tires: Maxxis Ardent 27.5x2.25"/ CrossMark 27.5x2.1"
  • Saddle: WTB Volt Sport SE
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MOUNTAIN XC Trail 27.5" Front Suspension

Explosif

explosif
ORIGINALS
  • Frame Material: Reynolds 520 tubing with tapered HT
  • Wheel Size: 27.5-inch
  • Wheels: WTB i25 tubeless ready rims
  • Front Suspension: 120mm
  • Fork: Fox 34 Float Performance 120mm tapered
  • Crankset: RaceFace Æffect 1x
  • Drivetrain: Shimano XT
  • Cockpit: Kona XC/BC 35 riser bar, Kona XC/Road 35 stem, ODI Ruffian MX grips
  • Brakes: Shimano SLX
  • Tires: Maxxis Tomahawk EXO TR 27.5x2.3"
  • Saddle: WTB Volt Comp
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MOUNTAIN XC Trail 27.5" Front Suspension

Explosif Ti

explosif_ti_frame
ORIGINALS
  • Updated Geometry
  • New tapered headtube
  • Seamless 3-2.5 Titanium
  • Modular dropout system
  • Manufactured in the USA by Lynskey
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MOUNTAIN XC Trail 27.5" Front Suspension

Lava Dome

lava_dome
ORIGINALS
  • Frame Material: Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
  • Wheel Size: 29-inch
  • Wheels: Double wall aluminum
  • Front Suspension: 100mm
  • Fork: Suntour XCT fork w/ lockout
  • Crankset: Suntour XCE
  • Drivetrain: Shimano 11-34t 8-speed
  • Cockpit: Kona XC/BC riser bar, Kona XC/BC stem, Kona Race Light grips
  • Brakes: Tektro Hydraulic disc
  • Tires: Vittoria Saguaro 29x2.2"
  • Saddle: Kona XC
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MOUNTAIN XC 29" Front Suspension

Mahuna

mahuna
ORIGINALS
  • Frame Material: Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
  • Wheel Size: 29-inch
  • Wheels: WTB SX19
  • Front Suspension: 100mm
  • Fork: Suntour XCR 32 fork with lockout and rebound control
  • Crankset: SRAM S600
  • Drivetrain: Shimano HG20 11-34t 9-speed
  • Cockpit: Kona XC/BC riser bar, Kona XC/BC stem, Kona Race Light LOG grips
  • Brakes: Shimano Hydraulic Disc
  • Tires: Vittoria Saguaro 29x2.2"
  • Saddle: Kona XC
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MOUNTAIN XC 29" Front Suspension

Unit

unit
ORIGINALS
  • Frame Material: Reynolds 520 tubing
  • Wheel Size: 29-inch
  • Wheels: WTB i25 tubeless ready rims
  • Fork: New redesigned Kona Cromoly rigid
  • Crankset: FSA
  • Drivetrain: 32x18 singlespeed
  • Cockpit: Kona XC/BC riser bar, Kona XC/BC stem, Kona Race Light LOG grips
  • Brakes: Avid BB7 mechanical disc
  • Tires: Maxxis Ardent 29x2.25"
  • Saddle: WTB Volt Comp
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MOUNTAIN XC Trail 29" No Suspension

Big Unit

big_unit_frame
ORIGINALS
  • Kona Race Light Scandium 6069 frameset
  • Available in new sizing geometry: S (14.6”), M(16.5”), L(18.5”), XL(20.9”)
  • Adjustable wheelbase via sliding rear dropouts
  • Singlespeed or geared compatibility
  • Modular dropout system
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MOUNTAIN XC Trail 29" Front Suspension