Kona Rove DL
You’re looking for a smooth ride across mixed terrain. Fun is the main goal. You have discerning taste but aren't caught up in fleeting trends, and you appreciate the timeless ride quality of steel. Meet the Kona Rove DL. It’s been a reliable workhorse in the Kona lineup for years, delivering every ounce of performance without asking you to overpay.
Built around a classic butted cromoly steel frame and fork, the Rove DL pairs a beautifully simple Shimano CUES 1x11 drivetrain with plush, high-volume 650b wheels. It’s an incredibly capable setup designed to eat up gravel roads, smooth out broken city streets, and keep you comfortable on long days in the saddle.
Key Features:
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Kona Cromoly Steel & Fork: Delivers the legendary smooth, damp, and durable ride quality that steel is famous for, ensuring maximum comfort and longevity whether you're commuting or touring.
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High-Volume Tires: Rolling on Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c tires mounted to tubeless-ready WTB ST i23 rims, you get incredible traction, puncture protection, and a plush ride over gravel, dirt, and rough pavement.
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Reliable 1x Drivetrain: The 11-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain features a massive 11-50t cassette and a 40t chainring, offering exceptional climbing range while keeping shifting brilliantly simple and low maintenance.
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All Weather Braking: Equipped with Shimano CUES disc brakes and 160mm centerlock rotors to deliver powerful, consistent, and predictable stopping power in all conditions—rain or shine, mud or dust.
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Commuter & Adventure Ready: Outfitted with comfortable Kona Gravel drop bars and versatile geometry, it's ready to be stripped down for quick fitness rides or loaded up with racks and bags for your next big bikepacking trip.
Technical Specifications
| Component | Specification |
| Frame Material | Kona Butted Cromoly |
| Fork | Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc |
| Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 |
| Front Hub | Shimano 105 Road TA 100x12mm Centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Shimano 105 Road TA 100x12mm Centerlock |
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| Front Tire | Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES |
| Chainring | 40t |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB68 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES 11spd |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES 11-50t 11spd |
| Chain | Shimano CUES |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES |
| Brakes | Shimano CUES |
| Front Brake Rotor | Shimano RT54 160mm Centerlock |
| Rear Brake Rotor | Shimano RT54 160mm Centerlock |
| Handlebars | Kona Gravel Dropbar |
| Bar Tape | Kona Cork Tape |
| Stem | Kona Gravel |
| Headset | FSA No.1/No.10 |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm |
| Seat Clamp | Kona Clamp |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
All specifications subject to change without notice
Sizing Guide
| Rider Height | Suggested Frame Size |
| 4'10" - 5'1" | 48cm |
| 5'0" - 5'3" | 48-50cm |
| 5'2" - 5'7" | 48-52cm |
| 5'6" - 5'10" | 52-54cm |
| 5'9" - 6'0" | 52-56cm |
| 5'11" - 6'2" | 54-58cm |
| 6'1" - 6'5" | 56-58cm |
Sizing
Available in multiple sizes to fit a wide range of riders.
Contact us if you need help choosing the correct size.
🛒 Ready to Ride?
Order your Kona Rove DL today and experience one of the most respected mountain bikes ever made.
Description
You’re looking for a smooth ride across mixed terrain. Fun is the main goal. You have discerning taste but aren't caught up in fleeting trends, and you appreciate the timeless ride quality of steel. Meet the Kona Rove DL. It’s been a reliable workhorse in the Kona lineup for years, delivering every ounce of performance without asking you to overpay.
Built around a classic butted cromoly steel frame and fork, the Rove DL pairs a beautifully simple Shimano CUES 1x11 drivetrain with plush, high-volume 650b wheels. It’s an incredibly capable setup designed to eat up gravel roads, smooth out broken city streets, and keep you comfortable on long days in the saddle.
Key Features:
-
Kona Cromoly Steel & Fork: Delivers the legendary smooth, damp, and durable ride quality that steel is famous for, ensuring maximum comfort and longevity whether you're commuting or touring.
-
High-Volume Tires: Rolling on Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c tires mounted to tubeless-ready WTB ST i23 rims, you get incredible traction, puncture protection, and a plush ride over gravel, dirt, and rough pavement.
-
Reliable 1x Drivetrain: The 11-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain features a massive 11-50t cassette and a 40t chainring, offering exceptional climbing range while keeping shifting brilliantly simple and low maintenance.
-
All Weather Braking: Equipped with Shimano CUES disc brakes and 160mm centerlock rotors to deliver powerful, consistent, and predictable stopping power in all conditions—rain or shine, mud or dust.
-
Commuter & Adventure Ready: Outfitted with comfortable Kona Gravel drop bars and versatile geometry, it's ready to be stripped down for quick fitness rides or loaded up with racks and bags for your next big bikepacking trip.
Technical Specifications
| Component | Specification |
| Frame Material | Kona Butted Cromoly |
| Fork | Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc |
| Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 |
| Front Hub | Shimano 105 Road TA 100x12mm Centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Shimano 105 Road TA 100x12mm Centerlock |
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| Front Tire | Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES |
| Chainring | 40t |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB68 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES 11spd |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES 11-50t 11spd |
| Chain | Shimano CUES |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES |
| Brakes | Shimano CUES |
| Front Brake Rotor | Shimano RT54 160mm Centerlock |
| Rear Brake Rotor | Shimano RT54 160mm Centerlock |
| Handlebars | Kona Gravel Dropbar |
| Bar Tape | Kona Cork Tape |
| Stem | Kona Gravel |
| Headset | FSA No.1/No.10 |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm |
| Seat Clamp | Kona Clamp |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
All specifications subject to change without notice
Sizing Guide
| Rider Height | Suggested Frame Size |
| 4'10" - 5'1" | 48cm |
| 5'0" - 5'3" | 48-50cm |
| 5'2" - 5'7" | 48-52cm |
| 5'6" - 5'10" | 52-54cm |
| 5'9" - 6'0" | 52-56cm |
| 5'11" - 6'2" | 54-58cm |
| 6'1" - 6'5" | 56-58cm |
Sizing
Available in multiple sizes to fit a wide range of riders.
Contact us if you need help choosing the correct size.
🛒 Ready to Ride?
Order your Kona Rove DL today and experience one of the most respected mountain bikes ever made.
