Total Weight:
42.4 lbs (19.23 kg)
Battery Weight:
6.7 lbs (3.03 kg)
Motor Weight:
6.35 lbs (2.88 kg)
Frame Material:
6061 Aluminum Alloy, Butted (Increased Thickness Near Joints for Strength with Thinner Material Elsewhere to Reduce Weight)
Frame Sizes:
16.53 in (41.98 cm)18.50 in (46.99 cm)20.47 in (51.99 cm)22.83 in (57.98 cm)Geometry Measurements:
Large 52cm Frame: 20.5" Seat Tube, 18.5" Reach, 24" Top Tube Length, 30.25" Stand Over Height, 34" Minimum Saddle Height, 42" Maximum Saddle Height, 25.25" Width, 73" Length, 45.25" Wheelbase
Frame Types:
High-Step
Frame Colors:
Gloss Metallic Green with Dark Green and Slime Green Decals
Frame Fork Details:
Kona Rove Verso Carbon Fiber (Flat Mount Disc, Three Bosses), 100mm Hub Spacing, 12mm Thru-Axle with 6mm Allen Key Hex Bolt
Frame Rear Details:
142mm Hub Spacing, 12mm Thru-Axle with 6mm Allen Key Hex Bolt
Attachment Points:
Rear Rack Mount, Front Fork Mounts, Fender Mounts, Two Bottle Mounts
Gearing Details:
10
Speed 1x10 Shimano Deore 11-46 Tooth Cassette, Shimano Deore Derailleur with One-Way ClutchShifter Details:
Shimano Deore 10S Triggers on Right (Two-Way High, Three-Shift Low)
Cranks:
Shimano FC-E6100 Crank Arms with Hollowtech II Spindle, Aluminum Alloy, 170mm Length, 38 Tooth Steel Chainring with Plastic Guard
Pedals:
NA (Might Not Come with Pedals)
Headset:
FSA No.57BP, Internal, Straight 1-1/8"
Stem:
Kona Control, Aluminum Alloy, 70mm Length, 6-Degree Rise, One 15mm Tapered Spacer, One 10mm Spacer, Two 5mm Spacers, One 2mm Spacer, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter
Handlebar:
KONA, Aluminum Alloy, Flat, 620mm Width, 31.8mm Bore
Brake Details:
Shimano Altus Hydraulic Disc with 160mm Rotors, Dual-Piston Calipers, Shimano Two-Finger Levers with Adjustable Reach
Grips:
KONA Key Grip, Slip On, Rubber, Locking
Saddle:
Kona Branded, Matching Colors, WTB Volt, Chromoly Steel Rails
Seat Post:
KONA Commuter, Aluminum Alloy, 2-Bolt Clamp
Seat Post Length:
350 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
31.6 mm
Rims:
WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall, ETRTO Rim Size 23 x 584, 32 Hole
Spokes:
Stainless Steel, 14 Gauge, Black with Nipples
Tire Brand:
WTB Horizon TCS, 26" x 1.75" 47-584 (650x47c)
Wheel Sizes:
27.5 in (69.85cm)Tire Details:
35 to 55 PSI, 2.4 to 3.8 BAR, Puncture Resistant
Tube Details:
Presta Valve
Accessories:
Aluminum Alloy Fenders (Gloss Black, Silver Stays, 55.5mm Width), Atran Velo cycleLAB Rear-Mount Adjustable Kickstand (40mm Mounting Point, 4mm Star Bolt), Fork Arch Mounted Busch & Müller IQ-XS DC12 Integrated Headlight (70 LUX, Side Windows), Rear Fender-Mounted Busch & Müller μ "Micro" Integrated Rear Light (1 LED)
Other:
Bolt-Secured Removable Downtube Mounted Battery Pack (4mm Allen Hex Key to Unlock from Bottom of Downtube), 1.4lb 42 Volt 1.8 Amp Shimano EC-E6002 Charger, Shimano HG54 Chain, Motor Support up to 130 RPM Pedal Stroke Speed, 168mm Q-Factor Bottom Bracket
Alan Koslowski
3 years agoGreat review that seems thorough and accurate. My LBS has one in stock. I agree it’s a very nice bike, but you’re right about its shortcomings. When I saw it I was also baffled it didn’t have a key-locking battery system for security and easy removal/installation. Other than that, it it’s very nice, though it does seem pricey.
I’d also like to see a class 3 version, but Kona seems to use Shimano systems exclusively now. Currently I don’t think Shimano offers a class 3 system, so who knows if or when a class 3 Dew-E might be available.
ReplyCourt
3 years agoYeah, I think you’re spot on with your assessment Alan. Shimano seems pretty traditional, and hasn’t had any Class 3 products to date (that I’m aware of). I really like Kona because they have a cool history, seem down to Earth, are easy to work with, design unique and “real” bikes… but I wish that their end product didn’t have to suffer from the design decisions and limitations of other companies. I tried to list out the advantages of the Shimano drive system (light, compact, surprisingly powerful), so I guess everything has its trade-offs. I appreciate your input!
ReplySteve
3 years agoAny idea what the maximum useable tyre width would be?
ReplyCourt
3 years agoHi Steve! I’m hazarding a guess here, based on the photos that show the fork and front fender. It looks like the stock WTB Horizon TCS, 26″ x 1.75″ is already pretty right, so I’m guessing the bike won’t fit much larger. Since I’m not an expert on tires, I don’t know how much higher to guess. Something slightly larger than 1.75″ wide could work, but if you go too large then the fenders might have to be manually adjusted out (which appears possible with these fenders) and if you go even larger or choose tires with knobs, they could start to touch the sides of the fork. I hope this helps guide your research and considerations of different 26″ tires.
ReplyChris
3 years agoI recently picked up my new Kona Dew-e DL and once I set the lights to “on” they come on every time I turn the bike on. I do not have to reset them to “on” every time.
ReplyCourt
3 years agoOh cool, thanks for that information Chris! It has been a while since I looked at the bike, I hope most of the other info was accurate and helpful :)
ReplyChris
3 years agoYes. I did a lot of comparing using your reviews and tools. All very useful. I love my bike and wouldn’t have found it without your help.
Chris
2 years agoAnother very small difference between the review and my bike is that my kickstand is held on with 2 screws that use a regular Allen wrench. I found out because one screw fell out on a ride and I was about to start begging for a star wrench so the kickstand wouldn’t dangle, when I checked to be sure that was what I needed.
Though Kona lists WTB tires, mine came with Maxxis Re-fuses. Not so different but I suspect a supply chain issue. Anyway for the kind of city riding that I do, I want a little more tread but not knobbies. Not a lot of choices in this size.
ReplyCourt
2 years agoThanks for the detailed update Chris! Yeah, maybe it’s a supply chain issue with the tires. I’ve noticed variations lately from even the big companies like Giant! They were using microSHIFT components instead of SRAM as listed on their sites. I hope the bike works out well enough for you, and you can find perfect tires. I looked up the Maxxis Re-fuses and see that the tread is very minimal.
ReplyFred
2 years agoThanks for the review. I’m considering commuting with an Ebike. Considering the distance (18km) and the steep ride it looks like this bike could be a good match although I’m not a rider expert.
I have seen a 35% discount on this bike which would price below 3k. Considering the discount would think it is a bargain or in the meantime are there any models that are more worth?
ReplyCourt
2 years agoNice discount, Fred! Yeah, I think they’ve used an excellent drive system and battery. The bike is a classic city design with some nice accessories. There are other similar products from Trek, Giant, and Specialized… but I like the Kona brand, the style, and the reduced weight and increased efficiency of a rigid frame. Again, to me this is classic. Hope this helps, and yes I do think that it could make the 18k distance easily and would also climb well. The motor offers above average Shimano hardware that is known for being reliable, efficient, and a bit quieter than competitors.
ReplyFred
2 years agoJust wanted to thank you for your review. I have the bike for a bit more than 2 weeks and after 150km I must say I’m super happy with it. I’m no expert there, but Ifind it super reactive and very good to handle. Where I live I often have to face steep hills and with the motor it just go through without problems. As an urban bike to commute to work it’s just perfect! On the top of it is also a really nice looking one! I have it in kind of mauv colour love it!!