Kona Rove: Versatile Bike for All Seasons and Terrains | Specifications, Features, and Pricing
The Kona Rove is a versatile bike that can handle any season and any terrain. Whether you’re commuting to work, exploring gravel trails, or taking on challenging hills, the Rove is ready to accompany you on your cycling adventures. With its budget-friendly price tag, this 650x47c steel bike is accessible to riders of all levels.
The Rove is available in different build kits to suit various budgets. The Rove DL features an upgraded build kit with a Sram 1X groupset, providing a wide range of adventure gears. For those looking to take their Rove to the next level, the LTD edition offers a carbon fork and the option of a Shimano GRX or Sram Apex groupset with a hydraulic braking system.
Known for its reliability and durability, the Rove line from Kona has become synonymous with adventure. These bikes have traveled across continents as dependable bike-packing machines and have proven to be excellent commuters. Whether you prefer a 1x or 2x drivetrain, steel or aluminum frame, there’s a Rove that’s perfect for your riding style and preferences.
Let’s take a closer look at the specifications of the Kona Rove:
- Frame Material: Kona Butted Chromoly
- Fork: Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc
- Crankarms: Shimano Sora
- Chainring: 34/50t
- B/B: Shimano ES300
- Chain: KMC X9
- Cassette: Shimano HG400 11-34t 9Spd
- F/D: Shimano Sora
- R/D: Shimano Sora
- Shifters: Shimano Sora
- Brake Calipers: Tektro MDC550 Mechanical
- Front Brake Rotor: Tektro TR160mm
- Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro TR160mm
- Brake Levers: Shimano Sora
- Headset: FSA No.1/No.10
- Handlebar: Kona Road
- Stem: Kona Road
- Seatpost: Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
- Saddle: WTB Volt
- Front Hub: Shimano or Formula 100x12mm
- Rear Hub: Shimano or Formula 142x12mm
- Rims: WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0
- Tires: Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c
- Paint Color: Matte Bloodstone w/ Nimbus & Charcoal Decals
- Sizes: 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
- MSRP: $1599
If you’re looking for even more features and performance, the Rove DL might be the right choice for you. Here are the specifications for the Rove DL:
- Frame Material: Kona Butted Chromoly
- Fork: Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc
- Crankarms: Sram Apex
- Chainring: 40t X-Sync
- B/B: Sram GXP 68mm
- Chain: Sram PC1110
- Cassette: SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd
- R/D: Sram Rival 1
- Shifters: Sram Rival 1
- Brake Calipers: TRP HDC711C Mechanical / Hydraulic
- Front Brake Rotor: TRP TR 160mm
- Rear Brake Rotor: TRP TR 160mm
- Brake Levers: Sram Rival 1
- Headset: FSA No.1/No.10
- Handlebar: Kona Road
- Stem: Kona Road Deluxe
- Seatpost: Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
- Saddle: WTB Volt
- Front Hub: Formula 100x12mm
- Rear Hub: Shimano or Formula 142x12mm
- Rims: WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0
- Tires: Maxxis Rambler EXO TR 650x47c
- Paint Color: Gloss Kiwi w/ Charcoal & Cyan Decals
- Sizes: 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
- MSRP: $1999
For those seeking the ultimate Rove experience, the Rove LTD offers premium features and components. Here are the specifications for the Rove LTD:
- Frame Material: Kona Butted Chromoly
- Fork: Kona Rove Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc
- Crankarms: Shimano GRX 810 or SRAM Apex
- Chainring: 31/48t or 40t
- B/B: Shimano RS500 68mm or SRAM
- Chain: Shimano 11spd or SRAM
- Cassette: Shimano 105 11-34t 11spd or SRAM
- F/D: Shimano GRX 810
- R/D: Shimano GRX 810 or SRAM Apex
- Shifters: Shimano GRX 600 or SRAM Apex
- Brake Calipers: Shimano GRX 600 or SRAM Apex Hydraulic
- Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT54 160mm (centerlock) or SRAM Centerline 160mm
- Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT54 160mm (centerlock) or SRAM Centerline 160mm
- Brake Levers: Shimano GRX 600
- Headset: FSA No.1/12B/44
- Handlebar: Kona Road
- Stem: Kona Road Deluxe
- Seatpost: Kona Deluxe w/Offset 27.2mm
- Saddle: WTB Volt
- Front Hub: Shimano 105 100x12mm (centerlock) or Formula 100x12mm
- Rear Hub: Shimano 105 142x12mm (centerlock) or Formula 142x12mm
- Rims: WTB ST i23 TCS
- Tires: Maxxis Rambler EXO TR 650x47c
- Paint Color: Gloss Metallic Green w/ Satin Lead Decals
- Sizes: 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
- MSRP: $2599
