2022 Kona Libre EL 650b E-Gravel Bike Pewter

Adventure Ready

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Go Further, Faster

The large 504 Wh battery and lightweight alloy/carbon frame and fork pairing combine for a bike that's easily maneuverable, accelerates quickly, and has enough range for all-day riding.

1x Drivetrain

A 1x drivetrain offers a wide range of gears without the complexity of a front derailleur.

Clean Look

Internal cable routing and an internal battery combine for a clean appearance.


The Libre EL has made itself known as a go-to adventure bike for people of all abilities. Looking to up your distance? Want a tool that allows you to ride farther in less time? The Libre EL is a versatile machine that has the legs to go just about anywhere. Built on our wildly popular Libre platform, the Libre EL features an aluminum frame and Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc fork. Like its CR DL sibling, it runs a gravel-specific drivetrain and brakes, ensuring the grime that you’ll inevitably get from a mucky ride doesn’t affect shifting and braking performance. Unlike its analog sibling it gets a power boost from a Shimano motor and internal battery. In other words, it’ll get you to the top of that insanely steep mountain you’ve been eyeing up, and let you enjoy the benefits of rippin’ gravel on the way down!

“What I found most interesting about this e-bike was its ability to explore places that would otherwise be hard, if not impossible, to reach.” - Ebikes International

POWER TO THE GRAVEL GRINDER! 

The Libre EL has made itself known as a go-to adventure bike for people of all abilities. Looking to up your distance? Want a tool that allows you to ride farther in less time? The Libre EL is a versatile machine that has the legs to go just about anywhere. Built on our wildly popular Libre platform, the Libre EL features an aluminum frame and Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc fork. Like its CR DL sibling, it runs a gravel-specific drivetrain and brakes, ensuring the grime that you’ll inevitably get from a mucky ride doesn’t affect shifting and braking performance. Unlike its analog sibling it gets a power boost from a Shimano motor and internal battery. In other words, it’ll get you to the top of that insanely steep mountain you’ve been eyeing up, and let you enjoy the benefits of rippin’ gravel on the way down!

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.

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.

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.

SPECIFICATIONS

sizes 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
fork Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc
crankarms Shimano E8000
chainrings Direct Mount Samox 38t
chain Shimano 105
freewheel Shimano Deore 11-42t 11spd
shifters Shimano GRX 810
brake calipers Shimano GRX 810
front brake rotor Shimano RT66 160mm
rear brake rotor Shimano RT66 160mm
brake levers Shimano GRX 810
headset Orbit 1.5 ZS, No.57-T
handlebar Kona Road
stem Kona Road Deluxe
seatpost TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal w/ Shimano Lever 31.6mm
seat clamp Kona Clamp
grips Kona Cork Tape
saddle WTB VOLT
front hub Formula 100x12mm
rear hub Formula 142x12mm
spokes Stainless 14g
rims WTB HTZ i25 TCS 2.0
frontire WTB Venture TCS w/ Puncture Protection 650x47c
rear tire WTB Venture TCS w/ Puncture Protection 650x47c
drive unit Shimano E7000 20MPH
battery Shimano 504Wh
display Shimano SC-E7000 Display
charger Shimano STEPS 2A
paint color Gloss Metallic Pewter w/ Charcoal & Turquoise Decals

SPECIFICATIONS

Fork Material Carbon
groupset brand Shimano
groupset model Deore
Pedals Included No
Bike Category Gravel
SIZES 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
Fork Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc
CRANKARMS Shimano E8000
CHAINRINGS Direct Mount Samox 38t
Chain Shimano 105
FREEWHEEL Shimano Deore 11-42t 11spd
Shifters Shimano GRX 810
Brake Calipers Shimano GRX 810
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR Shimano RT66 160mm
Rear brake rotor Shimano RT66 160mm
Brake Levers Shimano GRX 810
Headset Orbit 1.5 ZS, No.57-T
Handlebar Kona Road
Stem Kona Road Deluxe
Seatpost TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal w/ Shimano Lever 31.6mm
SEAT CLAMP Kona Clamp
GRIPS Kona Cork Tape
Saddle WTB VOLT
FRONT HUB Formula 100x12mm
REAR HUB Formula 142x12mm
SPOKES Stainless 14g
RIMS WTB HTZ i25 TCS 2.0
FRONTIRE WTB Venture TCS w/ Puncture Protection 650x47c
REAR TIRE WTB Venture TCS w/ Puncture Protection 650x47c
DRIVE UNIT Shimano E7000 20MPH
Battery Shimano 504Wh
Display Shimano SC-E7000 Display
Charger Shimano STEPS 2A
PAINT COLOR Gloss Metallic Pewter w/ Charcoal & Turquoise Decals
Frame Material Alloy
Go Further, Faster The large 504 Wh battery and lightweight alloy/carbon frame and fork pairing combine for a bike that's easily maneuverable, accelerates quickly, and has enough range for all-day riding.
1x Drivetrain A 1x drivetrain offers a wide range of gears without the complexity of a front derailleur.
Clean Look Internal cable routing and an internal battery combine for a clean appearance.

* 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.

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