2025 Kona Rove DL vs 2024 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR
The 540 is the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR size closest to your 56 Kona Rove DL. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR
Compared with the Kona Rove DL in 56, the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR in 540 places the top of the head tube 16 mm lower and 8 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −16 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +8 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Only the Kona Rove DL is drawn. The Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR numbers we have for size 540 are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Kona Rove DL 56 | Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR 540 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 392 | 400 | +8 mm |
| Stack | 607 | 591 | −16 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 71.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.0 | 73 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 578 | 581 | +3 mm |
| Chainstay length | 435 | 430 | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1054 | not listed | |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 286 | not listed | |
| Standover | 828 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 560 | 540 | −20 mm |
| Fork length | 410 | 406 | −4 mm |
| Head tube length | 170 | not listed |
Differences are the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR minus the Kona Rove DL. Full charts: 2025 Kona Rove DL, 2024 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR.
Where each sits in its class
Kona Rove DLColnago G4-X SRAM XPLR
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Kona Rove DLDL | Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLRSRAM Force XPLR AXS |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Kona Project Two Cromoly | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano CUES | SRAM Force AXS |
| Derailleur | Shimano CUES 11spd | SRAM Force AXS |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES | SRAM Force XPLR |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 | not listed |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES | SRAM Force XPLR |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB68 | SRAM DUB Road T47 |
| Wheelset | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 | Vision SC 45 Disc |
| Tire | Maxxis Rambler EXO | Pirelli Cinturato Gravel |
| Brake | Shimano CUES U6030 | SRAM Force HRD |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT54 | SRAM Centerline |
| Handlebar | Kona Gravel Dropbar | Colnago CC.01 Wide |
| Stem | Kona Gravel | Colnago CC.01 Wide |
| Grips | Kona Cork Tape | not listed |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb | Colnago D-shape |
| Saddle | WTB Volt | Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo Superflow FeC |
| Frame | not listed | Colnago G4-X |
| Chainring | not listed | SRAM Force XPLR |
| Headset | not listed | Acros 42x52x7 |
| Bottle cage | not listed | Colnago Matt Black |
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