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Eurobike 2010: Kuota's revamped range for 2011

  • Kuota has revamped its KOM to form the new KOM Evo, a burlier and stiffer version of the already-responsive predecessor.

    Kuota has revamped its KOM to form the new KOM Evo, a burlier and stiffer version of the already-responsive predecessor.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The KULT isn't as light as the KOM Evo with its more aero shapes and increased surface area.

    The KULT isn't as light as the KOM Evo with its more aero shapes and increased surface area.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Kuota's new KOM Evo comes in either mechanical or Shimano Dura-Ace Di2-specific versions.

    Kuota's new KOM Evo comes in either mechanical or Shimano Dura-Ace Di2-specific versions.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The new KOM Evo is built with carbon fibre dropouts.

    The new KOM Evo is built with carbon fibre dropouts.

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  • Kuota has upsized the KOM's lower steerer diameter from 1 1/4" to 1 1/2".

    Kuota has upsized the KOM's lower steerer diameter from 1 1/4" to 1 1/2".

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  • The KOM Evo's wishbone-style seat stays are a bit smaller than those of the previous version.

    The KOM Evo's wishbone-style seat stays are a bit smaller than those of the previous version.

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  • The KOM Evo Di2 uses specific internal routing and has no provisions for traditional cables.

    The KOM Evo Di2 uses specific internal routing and has no provisions for traditional cables.

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  • Dual seat tube slots puts more even pressure on the seatpost.

    Dual seat tube slots puts more even pressure on the seatpost.

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  • The Kueen-K carries on unchanged for 2011 and remains the flagship of Kuota's aero range.

    The Kueen-K carries on unchanged for 2011 and remains the flagship of Kuota's aero range.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The front brake is tucked behind the fork crown on the Kueen-K.

    The front brake is tucked behind the fork crown on the Kueen-K.

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  • The deep-section semi-integrated seatmast on the Kueen-K closely follows the profile of the rear wheel.

    The deep-section semi-integrated seatmast on the Kueen-K closely follows the profile of the rear wheel.

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  • Cables tuck into the frame behind the stem on the Kueen-K.

    Cables tuck into the frame behind the stem on the Kueen-K.

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  • Chain stays on the new KOM Evo mimic those of the previous generation KOM.

    Chain stays on the new KOM Evo mimic those of the previous generation KOM.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Kuota continues to use an oversized BB30 bottom bracket on its flagship bikes.

    Kuota continues to use an oversized BB30 bottom bracket on its flagship bikes.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Some Kuota models will come with house-brand brakes for 2011.

    Some Kuota models will come with house-brand brakes for 2011.

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  • Kuota offers its own BB30-compatible crank on some 2011 bikes.

    Kuota offers its own BB30-compatible crank on some 2011 bikes.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Kuota has revamped its Kalibur frame for 2011.

    Kuota has revamped its Kalibur frame for 2011.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The deep-profile seat tube closely follows the curve of the rear wheel.

    The deep-profile seat tube closely follows the curve of the rear wheel.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The Kebel swaps its standard threaded shell for a BB30-compatible one for 2011.

    The Kebel swaps its standard threaded shell for a BB30-compatible one for 2011.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Kuota has given the Kebel a modest update with new stays and a BB30 bottom bracket.

    Kuota has given the Kebel a modest update with new stays and a BB30 bottom bracket.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Kuota's Kebel sticks with the 1 1/8"-to-1 1/4" front end - for now.

    Kuota's Kebel sticks with the 1 1/8"-to-1 1/4" front end - for now.

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  • Seat stays on the Kuota Kebel slim down a bit to provide a little more rider comfort.

    Seat stays on the Kuota Kebel slim down a bit to provide a little more rider comfort.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The K-Factor is Kuota's least expensive aero model.

    The K-Factor is Kuota's least expensive aero model.

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  • The internally routed cables on the K-Factor exit the frame at the bottom bracket.

    The internally routed cables on the K-Factor exit the frame at the bottom bracket.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The Kharma is mostly unchanged with the exception of a BB30 bottom bracket for 2011.

    The Kharma is mostly unchanged with the exception of a BB30 bottom bracket for 2011.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Kuota's KULT is the workhorse racer of the line with a tapered head tube, BB30 bottom bracket, and semi-integrated seatmast.

    Kuota's KULT is the workhorse racer of the line with a tapered head tube, BB30 bottom bracket, and semi-integrated seatmast.

    Photo credit © James Huang