2021

Kona Rove DL

Name: 2021 Kona Rove DL
Brand: Kona

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Colour / Matte Faux Raw

Size / 48cm, 50cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm

At a glance

The 2021 Kona Rove DL is an Touring road bike. It is priced at $1,699 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including 48cm, 50cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm and a sram drivetrain. The bike is part of Kona's Rove DL range of road bikes.

How do you improve on a bike that already feels pretty damn close to perfect? Steel seemed like a solid move. Helping to smooth out your ride and turn heads, the Rove DL (formerly called the Rove ST) features a stunning Kona Butted Cromoly frame and Project Two Cromoly Disc fork. A reliable SRAM Rival 1×11 drivetrain and TRP Spyre C brakes ensure the bike functions as nicely as it looks. The all-new Rove DL is running on WTB KOM Light Team i23 TCS rims wrapped in WTB Venture TCS 47mm tires, making it ready for anything!

Kona Cromoly
Very few materials offer as much shock absorption, durability and supple-ride characteristics as steel.

We’ve never strayed from cycling’s original material and have worked tirelessly to adapt, refine and innovate Kona Cromoly framesets as rider demands continue to evolve.

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.

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.

12x142mm Axle
12x142mm, 12×148, and 12×157 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 dimension of the hub allows the wheel to be quickly and properly positioned in the frame before the rear axle is inserted.

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.

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Specifications

Frameset

Frame

Kona Butted Cromoly

Wheels

Hubs

Formula
Wheels

Front: 100 x 12mm thru-axle
Rear: 142 x 12mm thru-axle
Tires

[F] WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650B x 47

Drivetrain

Chain

SRAM PC1110
Crank

SRAM S350
Bottom Bracket

SRAM GXP 68mm
Rear Derailleur

SRAM Rival 1
Shifters

SRAM Rival 1

Components

Brakeset

TRP Spyre C w/TRP TR160mm rotors
Handlebar

Kona Road
Saddle

WTB Volt
Seatpost

Kona Deluxe Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
Stem

Kona Road Deluxe
Grips

Kona Cork Tape
Headset

FSA No.1/No.10

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FAQ

Q: How much is a 2021 Kona Rove DL?

A 2021 Kona Rove DL is typically priced around $1,699 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: What size 2021 Kona Rove DL should I get?

The 2021 Kona Rove DL comes in sizes 48cm, 50cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Kona Rove DL size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm)	Rider Height (in)	Frame Size
148cm - 158cm	4'10" - 5'2"	XS
158cm - 168cm	5'2" - 5'6"	S
168cm - 178cm	5'6" - 5' 10"	M
178cm - 185cm	5'10" - 6'1"	L
185cm - 193cm	6'1" - 6'4"	XL
193cm - 198cm	6'4" - 6'6"	XXL

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