Overview
Do you want a bike that looks great, rides exceptionally well, and can stay with you for years to come? If you’re searching for a capable gravel bike that balances performance, comfort, and style without breaking the bank, the Rove DL is the one. A proven workhorse for years, it delivers reliable performance whether you’re exploring back roads, commuting, heading out for weekend adventures, or loading up for your next bikepacking trip. Could the Rove DL be the bike that checks all your boxes?
Features
Steel Frame & Fork: Kona Butted Cromoly frame and Project Two fork provide a smooth, durable ride.
Gravel-Ready Wheels: WTB ST i23 rims and Maxxis Rambler 650x47c tires offer grip and comfort across varied terrain.
Comfort Features: WTB Volt saddle and Kona Cork Tape keep long rides comfortable.
Specs
| Size | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | |
| 1 | ST Length | 480 | 500 | 520 | 540 | 560 | 580 |
| 2 | TT Length | 515 | 531 | 546 | 562 | 578 | 598 |
| 3 | Reach | 372 | 378 | 383 | 388 | 392 | 400 |
| 4 | Stack | 532 | 551 | 570 | 588 | 607 | 626 |
| 5 | Standover | 737 | 755 | 777 | 807 | 828 | 847 |
| 6 | HT Angle | 70.5 | 70.5 | 71.0 | 71.0 | 71.5 | 71.5 |
| 7 | HT Length | 90 | 110 | 130 | 150 | 170 | 190 |
| 8 | ST Angle | 75.0 | 74.5 | 74.0 | 73.5 | 73.0 | 72.5 |
| 9 | CS Length | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 |
| 10 | BB Drop | 74 | 74 | 72 | 72 | 70 | 70 |
| 11 | BB Height | 270 | 270 | 272 | 284 | 286 | 286 |
| 12 | Wheelbase | 1016 | 1029 | 1036 | 1048 | 1054 | 1068 |
| 13 | Front Center | 592 | 604 | 612 | 623 | 628 | 643 |
| 14 | Fork Length | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 |
| 15 | Fork Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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Frameset
Frame: Kona Butted Cromoly
Fork: Kona Cromoly
Rear Shock: N/A
Drivetrain
Crankset: Shimano CUES 6030, 40T
- Size 48: 165mm
- Size 50: 170mm
- Sizes 52–54: 172.5mm
- Sizes 56–58: 175mm
Bottom Bracket: Shimano BSA, 68mm
Shifters: Shimano CUES 6030
Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES 6000
Cassette: Shimano CUES LG400, 11–50T, 11-speed
Chain: Shimano CUES LG500
Front Derailleur: N/A
Chainguide: N/A
Pedals: Not included
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES 6030
Brake Levers: Shimano CUES 6030
Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT54, 180mm, 6-bolt
Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT54, 180mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
Headset: FSA Orbit No.1/No.10, EC34/ZS44
Handlebar: Kona Gravel Drop Bar, 31.8mm
- Size 48: 40cm
- Size 50: 42cm
- Size 52: 44cm
- Size 54: 46cm
- Sizes 56–58: 48cm
Stem: Kona, 31.8mm, 6° rise
- Size 48: 60mm
- Size 50: 70mm
- Sizes 52–54: 80mm
- Sizes 56–58: 90mm
Grips/Bar Tape: Kona Cork Tape
Seating
Saddle: WTB Volt Medium SL
Seatpost: Kona with Offset, 27.2mm
- Sizes 48–52: 350mm
- Sizes 54–58: 375mm
Seat Clamp: Kona Clamp, 31.8mm
Wheels
Front Hub: Shimano 105, 12 × 100mm
Rear Hub: Shimano 105, 12 × 142mm, HG freehub
Rims: WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0
Spokes: Stainless steel, 2.0mm, black
Tires
Front Tire: Maxxis Rambler
- Sizes 48–52: 650 × 47mm
- Sizes 54–58: 700 × 40mm
Rear Tire: Maxxis Rambler
- Sizes 48–52: 650 × 47mm
- Sizes 54–58: 700 × 40mm
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Warranty
Registration is no longer necessary for your Kona warranty to be valid.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Kona Bicycle Company ( “Kona” ) makes the following limited Warranty:
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON COMPLETE BICYCLE (USA, UK & CANADA)
Kona warrants to the original owner that this new Kona bicycle shall be free of defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase in the United States or Canada and operated under normal conditions and use. During this one-year period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, all parts that are found by Kona to be defective and subject to this limited warranty. The original owner shall pay all labor charges connected with the repair or replacement of all parts. On Kona electric pedal-assist bikes, the electronic system is covered by a two-year warranty, whereby accidents or consumer mistakes like shorting polarity are not covered. Warranty on the battery is for one year, at the end of that period, the battery is guaranteed to retain at least 70% of its original capacity.
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON COMPLETE BICYCLE (EUROPE)
Kona warrants to the original owner that this newly purchased Kona bicycle shall be free of defective materials and workmanship for the two-year period stated under EU consumer protection laws, dated from the original purchase and subject to normal conditions and use. During this two-year period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, all parts that are found by Kona to be defective and therein subject to this limited warranty.
THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON KONA BRANDED BICYCLE FORKS.
LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY ON BICYCLE FRAME (USA, CANADA, UK & EUROPE ONLY)*
Kona further warrants to the original owner that the frame of this new Kona bicycle purchased from an authorized Kona dealer shall be free of defective materials or workmanship for the lifetime of the product. This is ONLY VALID ON NON-CARBON FRAMES. During this warranty period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, the bicycle frame if Kona determines the frame is defective and subject to this limited warranty. The color on the warranty frame may vary from the color of the original frame. The original owner shall pay all labor and shipping charges connected with the repair or replacement of the bicycle frame. This warranty is only valid in the UK, USA, Canada, and Europe.
*This is valid on all non-carbon Kona bicycle frames. CARBON FRAMES receive 3-year warranty.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
This limited warranty is made only to the original owner of this Kona bicycle purchased from an authorized Kona dealer, and it shall remain in force only as long as the original owner retains ownership of the Kona bicycle. This limited warranty is not transferable. In order to obtain service under this Limited Warranty, the original owner must deliver the Kona bicycle, and the bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase document identifying the Kona bicycle by frame number/serial number, to an authorized Kona dealer. This Limited Warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear, nor to defects, malfunctions or failures that result from the abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, alteration, modification, accident, or misuse (including without limitation bicycle racing, bicycle motocross, stunt bicycling, commercial use or rental use) of the Kona bicycle. Damage caused by transporting bicycle, especially across the tailgate of a pickup truck – even when a pad is used – voids warranty.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS OR LIMITED WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO KONA BICYCLES. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN SCOPE AND DURATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. KONA SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES SUFFERED BY ANY PARTY. THE FOREGOING STATEMENTS OF WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS; YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE. SOME STATES OR PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; SO, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH HEREIN MAY NOT BE EXTENDED, ENLARGED OR OTHERWISE MODIFIED BY ANY KONA DEALER, AGENT OR EMPLOYEE, AND KONA DOES NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITY OR MAKE ANY WARRANTY EXCEPT AS STATED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
WARRANTY ONLY APPLIES IN USA, CANADA, UK AND EUROPE. PLEASE SEE YOUR DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR FOR THE SPECIFIC WARRANTY IN YOUR COUNTRY. WARRANTY VALID ONLY IF BICYCLE IS ASSEMBLED BY AN AUTHORIZED KONA DEALER.
NOTE:
Warranty is made only to the original owner of this Kona bicycle purchased from an authorized Kona dealer, and it shall remain in force only as long as the original owner retains ownership of the Kona bicycle. This limited warranty is not transferable.