2022 Kona

Hei Hei CR/DL

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$6,999
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 120 / 120mm
ForkRockShox SID Ultimate
ShockRockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetGX Eagle AXS, Truvativ Descendant Carbon
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Gearing

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Lowest gear

(climbing)

29 mph

Hei Hei CR/DL

26 mph

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Spec Level

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Sizing
SM

5'0" – 5'8"

MD

5'2" – 6'1"

LG

5'9" – 6'6"

XL

5'10" – 6'6"

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Reviews
BIKEPACKING.com
Kona Hei Hei Review: Fastpacker Extraordinaire

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…

Highs
  • 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

Lows
  • 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

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Beta
The Beta Tests: Kona Hei Hei CR/DL

Mar 2021 · Mike Ferrentino

Think 120mm of travel is overkill for an XC race weapon? Think again.

Highs
  • Light

  • Snappy

  • Fast

Lows
  • Not as plush as similar travel linkage bikes

  • A bit squirrely at high speed

  • Cable management could be more sano

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Vital MTB
2020 Kona Hei Hei CR/DL Bike

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.

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BIKE Magazine
First Ride: 2020 Kona Hei Hei CR/DL

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.

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Pinkbike
Review: Kona's Fresh Hei Hei Can Make Cross-Country Fun - Pond Beaver 2020

Apr 2020 · Mike Levy

The new Hei Hei is a 120mm-travel cross-country-ish 29er that's ideal for all-day adventures.

Highs
  • Active, forgiving suspension

  • Sturdy frame and spec

  • Responsive, quick handling

Lows
  • Racers may want to use the lockout

  • Responsive, quick handling

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Singletrack World
First Ride Review: Kona Hei Hei CR/DL | For XC And More

Apr 2020 · Daz Hall

The 2020 Kona Hei Hei continues its metamorphosis from XC race machine to something much more trail-capable.

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MBR
Kona Hei Hei CR/DL review - MBR

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.

Highs
  • Fast, efficient and fun.

Lows
  • It’s expensive.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Kona Race Light Carbon 120mm Travel

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorGloss Metallic Yellow w/ Charcoal & Yellow Decals

Fork

RockShox Sid Ultimate DebonAir 120mm Tapered 110mm Spacing

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Sid Luxe Ultimate

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB PF92

Headset

FSA No.57E

Stem

RaceFace Turbine R 35

Handlebar

RaceFace Next 35

Saddle

WTB Volt

Seatpost

RockShox Reverb w/1x Remote Lever 31.6mm

TypeDropper

Pedals

n/a

Grips

Kona Key Grip

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX AXS

Front Derailleur

n/a

Crank

SRAM Descendant DUB Carbon, 34t X-Sync Eagle

Shifters

SRAM GX AXS

Cassette

SRAM X01-Eagle 10-52t 12spd

Chain

SRAM GX-Eagle

Chain Guide

n/a

Brakes

SRAM G2 RSC

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

SRAM G2 RSC

Wheels
Rims

WTB KOM Team i30 TCS 2.0

Spokes

Sandvik Stainless Black 2.0/1.8 Butted

Front Hub

DT Swiss 350 110x15mm

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 350 148x12mm

Tires

Front: Maxxis Rekon Race EXO TR DUAL 29x2.4WT", Rear: Maxxis Rekon Race EXO TR DUAL 29x2.4WT"

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline 180mm

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