The Honzo is the perfect trail hardtail for a balance of speed and control.
Hydraulic disc brakes have excellent stopping power and can deal with heat more efficiently.
Shimano Deore 11 speed groupsets have great shifting capabilities and have a full range of gears.
29" Wheels are fast and efficient while still maintaining control.
Often imitated, but never duplicated, the Honzo is a part of Kona’s foundation. The Honzo gets a geo update that slackens the headtube to 67 degrees and steepens the seat tube angle. With a Shimano Deore drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, and a long-travel adjustable dropper post, it’s a killer bike for the money. Squish is provided by a RockShox Recon RL Solo Air fork. Folding bead tubeless Maxxis rubber surrounds the WTB ST i30 TCS rims, providing proper grip on any surface.
“Longer and slacker bikes can feel like they’re on autopilot while climbing, while the Honzo delivers a more engaging experience.” – Pinkbike
KONA 6061 ALUMINUM
Kona 7005 and 6061 Aluminum alloys are used extensively throughout our fleet of mountain and asphalt bicycles. A tough, durable, light alloy, both Kona 7005 and 6061 deliver fantastic, reliable performance that lasts for thousands of rides. Much of our 7005/6061 tubing is butted and/or formed, meaning the tubing’s wall thickness can be increased or decreased, as well as shaped, so we can fine-tune a particular frame’s strength and ride characteristics depending on its intended application.
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.
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.
12x148mm 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.
sizes | S, M, L, XL |
rear shock | N/A |
fork | RockShox Recon RL Solo Air 120mm Tapered 110mm Spacing |
crankarms | Shimano Deore |
chainrings | 30T |
b/b | Shimano Deore 73mm |
pedals | N/A |
chain | Shimano Deore 11spd |
freewheel | Shimano Deore 11-50t 11spd |
chainguide | n/a |
f/d | n/a |
r/d | Shimano Deore 11spd |
shifters | Shimano Deore 11spd |
brake calipers | Shimano MT410 Hydraulic |
front brake rotor | Shimano RT30 180mm (centerlock) |
rear brake rotor | Shimano RT30 160mm (centerlock) |
brake levers | Shimano MT410 Hydraulic |
headset | FSA No.57B |
handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 |
stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
seatpost | Trans-X Dropper +RAD Internal 31.6mm |
seat clamp | Kona Clamp |
grips | Kona Key Grip |
saddle | Kona Trail |
front hub | Shimano 110x15mm (centerlock) |
rear hub | Shimano 148x12mm (centerlock) |
spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
rims | WTB ST i30 TCS |
frontire | Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR DUAL 29x2.5" WT |
rear tire | Maxxis Dissector EXO TR DUAL 29x2.4" WT |
paint color | Satin Fatigue Green w/ Gloss Yellow, Nicotine & Flame Fade Decals |
Bike Category | Trail |
Fork Brand | Rockshox |
Fork Travel | 101 - 120mm |
Frame Material | Alloy |
groupset brand | Shimano |
groupset model | Deore |
Pedals Included | No |
SIZES | S, M, L, XL |
REAR SHOCK | N/A |
Fork | RockShox Recon RL Solo Air 120mm Tapered 110mm Spacing |
CRANKARMS | Shimano Deore |
CHAINRINGS | 30T |
B/B | Shimano Deore 73mm |
PEDALS | N/A |
Chain | Shimano Deore 11spd |
FREEWHEEL | Shimano Deore 11-50t 11spd |
CHAINGUIDE | n/a |
F/D | n/a |
R/D | Shimano Deore 11spd |
Shifters | Shimano Deore 11spd |
Brake Calipers | Shimano MT410 Hydraulic |
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR | Shimano RT30 180mm (centerlock) |
Rear brake rotor | Shimano RT30 160mm (centerlock) |
Brake Levers | Shimano MT410 Hydraulic |
Headset | FSA No.57B |
Handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 |
Stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
Seatpost | Trans-X Dropper +RAD Internal 31.6mm |
SEAT CLAMP | Kona Clamp |
GRIPS | Kona Key Grip |
Saddle | Kona Trail |
FRONT HUB | Shimano 110x15mm (centerlock) |
REAR HUB | Shimano 148x12mm (centerlock) |
SPOKES | Stainless Black 14g |
RIMS | WTB ST i30 TCS |
FRONTIRE | Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR DUAL 29x2.5" WT |
REAR TIRE | Maxxis Dissector EXO TR DUAL 29x2.4" WT |
PAINT COLOR | Satin Fatigue Green w/ Gloss Yellow, Nicotine & Flame Fade Decals |
Trail Geometry | The Honzo is the perfect trail hardtail for a balance of speed and control. |
Hydraulic Disc Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes have excellent stopping power and can deal with heat more efficiently. |
Shimano Deore Groupset | Shimano Deore 11 speed groupsets have great shifting capabilities and have a full range of gears. |
29" Wheels | 29" Wheels are fast and efficient while still maintaining control. |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.