Kona Jake The Snake 1998 Technical specs and features

Brand Kona
Model Jake The Snake
First production 1998
Bike category Cyclo-cross
Bike sub-category Cyclo-cross
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Parts And Accessories Kona Jake the Snake Parts   
Available Sizes - 49 cm (centimeters)
- 52 cm (centimeters)
- 55 cm (centimeters)
- 58 cm (centimeters)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tireRitchey Speed Max
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel sizeNot Available
Brakeset type Shimano 105SC Levers
Avid 1D-20 Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Rear: Shimano 105SC
Front: Javva The Hub
Rims manufacturerMavic MA-2
Spoke nipples typeNot Available
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Straight Gauge
DT Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Double-butted
Kona 7005 Aluminum
Frame typeWelded
Handlebar constructionTTT Forma
Handlebar extenderNot Available
Handlebar stem detailsRitchey CompLite
Headset size1 (inches) Aheadset SAS

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-HG70
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeSugino SG-75
Crankset parts and sizesSugino SG-75
Gear shift leversShimano 105SC STI Dual Control
Rear gear set 12 - 25 Teeth
8-speed

Kona Jake the Snake Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano 105SC
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano 105SC GS
Fork materialUnicrown
Fork typeKona

Other Specs of Kona Jake the Snake

Component group setsCross Mix
Available colors - Esse Blue
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsOptional
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatSelle Italia Nitrox PD
Seat post extensionKona O-Beam


Kona Jake the Snake bike review

Kona produced the Jake the Snake bike in 1998 and can be classified as a Cyclo-cross bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,049.00.
Jake the Snake bike is available in many sizes such as 49 cm (centimeters), 52 cm (centimeters), 55 cm (centimeters) and 58 cm (centimeters).
Kona Cyclo-cross Jake the Snake can be found in one single color which is Esse Blue.
This bike is equiped with Ritchey Speed Max tires and DT stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic MA-2. Kona equiped this exact model with Avid 1D-20 brakes, Shimano 105SC levers braking system and Front: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano 105SC hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Kona used Kona 7005 aluminum, double-butted material for the frame. TTT Forma high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Jake the Snake to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Ritchey CompLite.
For the smoothest biking experience Sugino SG-75 is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG70 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Kona, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano 105SC STI Dual Control gear shift levers.