Details
Commuters have been asking for a beefed-up version of the Dew-E, and our answer is the creatively named Dew-E DL. An aluminum frame features a Kona Rove Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc fork, while the 10-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain works in perfect harmony with their E6100 motor. Powered by a 504 Wh battery, your long commute can now be much less taxing. Sturdy aluminum fenders and lights keep you dry and seen throughout your ride. Powerful Shimano hydraulic disc brakes and 160mm rotors stop on a dime, even in wet conditions, and puncture-resistant WTB Horizon TCS 650B x 47 tires keep the road rolling by smoothly whether you're cruising on pavement or a dirt path.
Kona 6061 Aluminum
Kona 7005 and 6061 Aluminum alloys are used extensively throughout our fleet of mountain and asphalt bicycles. A tough, durable, light alloy, both Kona 7005 and 6061 deliver fantastic, reliable performance that lasts for thousands of rides. Much of our 7005/6061 tubing is butted and/or formed, meaning the tubing's wall thickness can be increased or decreased, as well as shaped, so we can fine-tune a particular frame's strength and ride characteristics depending on its intended application.
Internal Headset
Bearing cups are actually pressed into the frame and are easily removable. An internal headset also reduces stack height, so the height of the stem and bars are more adjustable, giving the rider the best fit possible.
Tapered Head Tube
More girth at the bottom of the head tube better distributes shock force, prolonging the bearing life of the headset itself and eliminating brake shudder, while providing confident steering performance. The inherent strength of its triangular design also means a stronger steering position and improved balance, giving the rider more control in rough terrain. A zero-stack, tapered head tube also puts strength where the load is going—into the lower headset cup—maximizing bearing durability where it's needed.
Tubeless Compatible Rims
Tubeless rims allow for tires with more puncture resistance; the ability to run lower tire pressure, which provides better tire grip on the trail; lower rolling resistance; and weight savings over traditional tube and tire systems.
12x142mm Axle
12x142mm, 12x148 and 12x157 rear axle standards provide two major advantages to the Kona rider: the 12mm diameter of the rear axle provides the rear hub and frame with a stiff interface, while the 142/148/157mm outer diameter of the hub allows the wheel to be quickly and properly positioned in the frame before the rear axle is inserted.
650B Wheels
650B wheels and tires have a similar overall diameter to a traditional 700c gravel or commuting tire, but with a smaller diameter rim and a wider, taller tire. The extra air volume in this new generation of urban and mixed-surface tires means they can be run comfortably at lower pressures while still rolling quickly on a variety of surfaces. It's the best of both worlds.
Specs
Motor | Shimano E6100 |
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Battery | Shimano 504Wh |
Display | Shimano SC-E7000 Display |
Max Assisted Speed | 20mph |
Charger | Shimano STEPS 2A |
Frame | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted |
Fork | Kona Rove Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc |
Headset | FSA No.57BP |
Axles |
Front: 100 x 12mm thru-axle Rear: 142 x 12mm thru-axle |
Rims/Wheels | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 |
Hubs | Shimano Tiagra |
Spokes | Stainless 14g |
Tires | WTB Horizon TCS w/Puncture Protection 650B x 47 |
Crankset | Shimano E6100 |
Chainrings | 38T |
Chain | Shimano HG54 |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
Cassette/Rear Cogs | Shimano Deore 11-46T 10spd |
Shifters | Shimano Deore |
Handlebars | Kona Aluminum Flat |
Tape/Grips | Kona Key Grip |
Stem | Kona Control |
Brake Levers | Shimano Altus |
Brakes | Shimano Altus |
Pedals | Sold separately |
Saddle | WTB Volt |
Seat Post | Kona Commuter 31.6mm |
Accessories & Extras | Fenders, Busch & Müller Front & Rear Light, Kickstand |
* Subject to change without notice.
Part Numbers
Option | UPC | MPN | Store SKU |
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Gloss Metallic Green / Small | 841073138753 | B21EDWD01 | 210000043407 |
Gloss Metallic Green / Medium | 841073138760 | B21EDWD03 | 210000043408 |