Rove LTD

Available as Frame w/Kona Carbon Disc Fork & Kona axles
“This bike has it all.” “How can it get any better?” “I’m speechless. It’s perfect.” It’s not uncommon to hear people talk about the Rove LTD in similar terms. Simply put, there’s nothing left out of this thoughtfully spec’d bike. Reynolds 853 steel is the chassis for SRAM Force 1 components, our full carbon flat mount CX race disc fork, and WTB ASYM i23 wheels.

“Whether weaving through lush, green ferns like a speeder bike on Endor, or sprinting it out on the pavement, the Rove LTD felt stable without being too muted, but still playful enough to wear the Kona badge.”

- Bike Rumor

  • Frame Material: Reynolds 853 Cromoly
  • Fork: Kona Full Carbon Flat mount CX Race Disc
  • Wheels: WTB Asym i23 TCS 650b
  • Crankset: SRAM Force 1
  • Drivetrain: SRAM Force 1 11spd
  • Brakes: SRAM Force 1 160mm front / 160mm rear rotor
  • Seat Post: Kona Thumb w/Offset
  • Cockpit: Kona Road Bar/Kona Road Stem
  • Front Tire: WTB Horizon Road Plus TCS 650x47c
  • Rear tire: WTB Horizon Road Plus TCS 650x47c
  • Saddle: WTB Volt Comp

SPECIFICATIONS

Frame Material Reynolds 853 Butted Cromoly
Sizes 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Rear Shock n/a
Fork Kona Full Carbon Flat mount CX Race Disc
Crankarms SRAM Force 1 X-Sync
Chainrings 40t X-Sync
B/B SRAM GXP 68mm
Pedals n/a
Chain SRAM PC1110
Freewheel SRAM XG1150 10-42t 11spd
Chainguide n/a
F/D n/a
R/D SRAM Force 1
Shifters SRAM Force 1
Brake Calipers SRAM Force 1 Flat Mount
Front Brake Rotor SRAM Centerline 160mm
Rear Brake Rotor SRAM Centerline 160mm
Brake Levers SRAM Force 1 HRD
Headset FSA No.57E
Handlebar Kona Road
Stem Kona Road
Seatpost Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
Seat Clamp Kona Clamp
Grips Kona Cork Tape
Saddle WTB Volt Comp
Front Hub Formula 100x12mm
Rear Hub Formula 142x12mm
Spokes Stainless Black 14g
Rims WTB Asym i23 TCS
Front Tire WTB Horizon Road Plus TCS 650x47c
Rear Tire WTB Horizon Road Plus TCS 650x47c
Paint Color Gloss Deep Red w/ Cream & Silver Decals
Extras n/a

All specifications are subject to change without notice

GEOMETRY mminches

  Size 48 50 52 54 56 58
1 ST Length 480 500 520 540 560 580
2 TT Length 515 531 546 563 579 599
3 Reach 373 378 383 388 392 400
4 Stack 530 550 570 590 610 630
5 Standover 735 755 775 795 815 835
6 HT Angle 70.5 70.5 71.0 71.0 71.5 71.5
7 HT Length 102 123.2 144.5 165.6 187.6 207.9
8 ST Angle 75.0 74.5 74.0 73.5 73.0 72.5
9 CS Length 435 435 435 435 435 435
10 BB Drop 74 74 72 72 70 70
11 BB Height 268 268 270 270 272 272
12 Wheelbase 1011 1023 1031 1043 1050 1064
13 Front Center 587 599 606 618 624 639
14 Fork Length 395 395 395 395 395 395
15 Fork Offset 45 45 45 45 45 45
  Size 48 50 52 54 56 58
1 ST Length 18.9 19.7 20.5 21.3 22.0 22.8
2 TT Length 20.3 20.9 21.5 22.2 22.8 23.6
3 Reach 14.7 14.9 15.1 15.3 15.4 15.7
4 Stack 20.9 21.7 22.4 23.2 24.0 24.8
5 Standover 28.9 29.7 30.5 31.3 32.1 32.9
6 HT Angle 70.5 70.5 71.0 71.0 71.5 71.5
7 HT Length 4.0 4.9 5.7 6.5 7.4 8.2
8 ST Angle 75.0 74.5 74.0 73.5 73.0 72.5
9 CS Length 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1
10 BB Drop 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.8 2.8 2.8
11 BB Height 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.7 10.7
12 Wheelbase 39.8 40.3 40.6 41.1 41.3 41.9
13 Front Center 23.1 23.6 23.9 24.3 24.6 25.2
14 Fork Length 15.6 15.6 15.6 15.6 15.6 15.6
15 Fork Offset 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8
KONA Geometry

SIZING + FIT

ROAD/CX/ASPHALT

Height/InchesHeight/MetricInseam/InchesInseam/MetricRoad/RoveLibreCX/SutraDews CoCo
4'10"-5'1"147-155 cm24”-27”61-69 cm46-48 cm46 cm46-48 cm46-48 cmSmall
5'0"-5'3"152-160 cm26"-29"66-74 cm48-50 cm46-49 cm48-50 cm46-49 cmSmall, Medium
5'2"-5'7"157-170 cm27"-30"69-76 cm48-52 cm49-51 cm48-52 cm48-54 cmMedium, Large
5'6"-5'10"168-178 cm29"-31"74-79 cm52-54 cm51-54 cm52-54 cm52-56 cmMedium, Large
5'9"-6'0"175-183 cm30"-33"76-84 cm52-56 cm54-55 cm52-56 cm54-59 cmLarge, XL
5'11"-6'2"180-188 cm32"-35"81-89 cm54-58 cm54-55 cm54-58 cm58-61 cmLarge, XL
6'1"-6'5"185-196 cm33"-36"84-91 cm56-58 cm55 cm56-58 cm58-61 cmXL

MTB/ALL MOUNTAIN/GRAVITY

Height/InchesHeight/MetricInseam/InchesInseam/Metric CrosstrailMTB/XC Trail/FatAll Mountain/EnduroGravity/DH
4'10"-5'1"147-155 cm24”-27”61-69 cmSmallXSXSN/A
5'0"-5'3"152-160 cm26"-29"66-74 cmSmallSmallSmallN/A
5'2"-5'7"157-170 cm27"-30"69-76 cmSmall, MediumSmall, MediumSmall/MediumMedium
5'6"-5'10"168-178 cm29"-31"74-79 cmMediumMediumMediumMedium
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 cmLarge, XLLarge, XLLarge/XLLarge/XL
6'1"-6'5"185-196 cm33"-36"84-91 cmLarge/XLLarge/XLLarge/XLLarge/XL

FEATURES

REYNOLDS 853 CROMOLY

Reynolds 853 tubing is seamless air-hardened, heat-treated steel. The benefits of air-hardening steels are particularly noticeable in the weld area where, unlike conventional steel alloys, strength can actually increase after cooling. Reynolds 853 is heat-treated to give high strength and damage resistance, and the steel properties allow thin walls to be used, resulting in lower weight, fatigue-resistant frames

Models: Roadhouse, Wheelhouse

INTERNAL HEADSET

Bearing cups are actually pressed into the frame and are easily removable. 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.

Models: Supreme Operator, Operator DL, Operator, Stinky 26, Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Precept 120, Precept 130, Precept 150, Honzo AL DL, Honzo AL, Big Honzo DL, Big Honzo, Hei Hei Race Supreme, Hei Hei Race DL, Hei Hei Race, Hei Hei Supreme, Hei Hei DL, Hei Hei, Hei Hei Trail Supreme, Hei Hei Trail DL, Hei Hei Trail, Kahuna DDL, Kahuna DL, Kahuna, Big Kahuna, Lana’i, Fire Mountain, Blast, Cinder Cone, Explosif, Shred, Unit, Lava Dome, Mahuna, Wozo, Wo, Mohala, Tika, Coco, Stinky 24, Shred 24, Shred 20, Splice, Splice Deluxe, Jake, Jake the Snake, Jake the Snake CR, Private Jake, Esatto DDL, Esatto Disc, Esatto, Esatto Fast, Zone LTD, Big Rove AL, Dr Dew, Dew Deluxe, Dew Plus, Dewey, Ute, Honzo Ti Frame

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 confident 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.

Models: Supreme Operator, Operator DL, Operator, Stinky 26, Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Precept 120, Precept 130, Precept 150, Honzo CR Trail DL, Honzo CR Trail, Honzo CR Race, Honzo AL DL, Honzo AL, Big Honzo DL, Big Honzo, Hei Hei Race Supreme, Hei Hei Race DL, Hei Hei Race, Hei Hei Supreme, Hei Hei DL, Hei Hei, Hei Hei Trail Supreme, Hei Hei Trail DL, Hei Hei Trail, Kahuna DDL, Kahuna DL, Kahuna, Big Kahuna, Lana’i, Fire Mountain, Blast, Cinder Cone, Explosif, Shred, Mahuna, Wozo, Wo, Mohala, Tika, Stinky 24, Jake the Snake, Jake the Snake CR, Private Jake, Esatto DDL, Esatto Disc, Esatto, Esatto Fast, Roadhouse, Wheelhouse, Zing CR, Zing AL, Zone LTD, PhD, Raijin Ti Frame, Explosif Ti Frame,

TUBELESS COMPATIBLE RIMS

Tubeless rims allow for tires with more puncture resistance; the ability to run lower tire pressure, which provides better tire grip on the trail; lower rolling resistance; and weight savings over traditional tube and tire systems.

Models: Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Honzo CR Trail DL, Honzo CR Trail, Honzo CR Race, Honzo AL DL, Big Honzo DL, Hei Hei Race Supreme, Hei Hei Race DL, Hei Hei Race, Hei Hei Supreme, Hei Hei DL, Hei Hei, Hei Hei Trail Supreme, Hei Hei Trail DL, Hei Hei Trail, Kahuna DDL, Explosif, Unit, Jake the Snake, Jake the Snake CR, Private Jake, Esatto DDL, Tonk, Zone LTD, Sutra LTD

12x142mm AXLE

12x142mm, 12x148 and 12x157 rear axle standards provide two major advantages to the Kona rider: the 12mm diameter of the rear axle provides the rear hub and frame with a stiff interface, while the 142/148/157mm outer diameter of the hub allows the wheel to be quickly and properly positioned in the frame before the rear axle is inserted. For 2017, you’ll see the 12x148 Boost standard in the mix. Boost spacing provides more tire clearance at the chainstay yoke, while the rear wheel is stiffer and more durable relative to a 12x142 thru-axle.

Models: Supreme Operator, Operator DL, Operator, Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Honzo CR Trail DL, Honzo CR Trail, Honzo CR Race, Honzo AL DL, Honzo AL, Big Honzo DL, Big Honzo, Private Jake, Esatto DDL, Esatto Disc, Esatto Fast, Roadhouse, Wheelhouse, Zone LTD, PhD, Honzo Ti frame, Esatto Ti Disc Frame

650b WHEELS

650b wheels and tires have a similar overall diameter to a traditional 700c gravel or commuting tire, but with a smaller diameter rim and a wider, taller tire. The extra air volume in this new generation of urban and mixed-surface tires means they can be run comfortably at lower pressures while still rolling quickly on a variety of surfaces. It’s the best of both worlds.

LIFETIME WARRANTY

Register a new 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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