2022 Kona
Hei Hei
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,199| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RL |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX, Deore |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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5'2" – 6'1"
5'9" – 6'6"
5'10" – 6'6"
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Jun 2021 · Miles Arbour
The Kona Hei Hei is a short-travel full-suspension mountain bike on a mission to blur the lines between cross-country and trail bike. Its modern geometry and cavernous main triangle had us wondering how it would perform as a loaded bikepacking rig, and after four months of testing, we’re ready to share our findings. Find our detailed review of the Kona Hei Hei CR / DL here…
Impressive pedaling efficiency and suspension characteristics while in the saddle
Lightweight, high-performance build is thoughtfully designed and suits the bike
Lots of space in main triangle on carbon builds for a custom frame bag or two full-sized water bottles
Progressive cross-country geometry can handle a lot more than other short-travel XC bikes
CR/DL build is pricey
2.5” tire clearance is pushing it
2.25” Rekons are limiting
Not a diehard race bike or a true trail rig, which might not suit your needs
Mar 2021 · Mike Ferrentino
Think 120mm of travel is overkill for an XC race weapon? Think again.
Light
Snappy
Fast
Not as plush as similar travel linkage bikes
A bit squirrely at high speed
Cable management could be more sano
Aug 2020 · Sspomer
Any rider interested in covering ground quickly without having to sacrifice a great deal on the descents would be stoked with the Kona Hei Hei.
Apr 2020
As XC racing evolves, brands are left with a choice. Keep things traditional or change with the times. Kona's new carbon Hei Hei does a little of both.
Apr 2020 · Mike Levy
The new Hei Hei is a 120mm-travel cross-country-ish 29er that's ideal for all-day adventures.
Active, forgiving suspension
Sturdy frame and spec
Responsive, quick handling
Racers may want to use the lockout
Responsive, quick handling
Apr 2020 · Daz Hall
The 2020 Kona Hei Hei continues its metamorphosis from XC race machine to something much more trail-capable.
Apr 2019 · Alan Muldoon
Kona is better known for its freeride bikes but it’s no stranger to XC racing either, the 100mm travel Kona Hei Hei being its weapon of choice.
Fast, efficient and fun.
It’s expensive.
| Frame | Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted 100mm Travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Satin Metallic Gose Blue w/ Metallic Mint & Silver Decals |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID 35 DebonAir 120mm Tapered 110mm Spacing Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RL Solo Air Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA PF92 |
| Headset | FSA No.57B |
| Stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper Internal 31.6mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Grips | Kona Key Grip |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
| Crank | FSA Comet, 30t |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore 12spd |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore 10-51t 12spd |
| Chain | Shimano Deore 12spd |
| Chain Guide | n/a |
| Brakes | Shimano MT410 Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano MT410 |
| Rims | WTB ST i27 TCS 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Black |
| Front Hub | Shimano 110x15mm (centerlock) |
| Rear Hub | Shimano 148x12mm (centerlock) |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Forekaster EXO TR DUAL 29x2.35", Rear: Maxxis Forekaster EXO TR DUAL 29x2.35" |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT30 180mm (centerlock) |
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