Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Surly
2023 Surly Skid Loader
Value Guide market data · 2023 Surly Skid Loader
12-month trend
12%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
2%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2023 Surly Skid Loader
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Overview
About this bike
2023 Surly Skid Loader value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame
- 100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, TIG welded, E.D. coated
- Fork
- 100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted tapered fork blades, TIG welded, E.D. coated
- Frame Construction
- 100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, TIG welded, E.D. coated
- Fork Construction
- 100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted tapered fork blades, TIG welded, E.D. coated
- Rigid Fork Spec
- 420 x 50mm
- Bottle Mounts Frame
- 1 Standard (S); 2 Standard (M–L)
- Bottle Mounts Fork
- Two 4-pack mounts
- Rack Mounts Frame
- Yes (M6 bosses for dedicated rack)
- Rack Mounts Fork
- Yes (upper, lower, and mid-blade threaded)
- Fender Mounts Frame
- Yes
- Fender Mounts Fork
- Yes
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano SLX
- Rear Derailleur
- microSHIFT Advent X 10-speed
- Cassette
- microSHIFT Advent X H-Series 10-speed, 11-48t
- Chain
- TAYA 10-speed
- Crankset
- FSA Mega Arm set for Bosch, with FSA Mega Ring Steel, 38t
- Shifter
- microSHIFT Advent X Pro
- Shifters
- microSHIFT Advent X Pro single click
Brakes
- Rear Brake
- Disc - 74mm Post (180-203mm rotor)
- Front Brake
- Disc - 51mm I.S. (203mm max rotor)
- Brake Levers
- Tektro M745
- Brakes
- Tektro 4 piston M745
- Rotors
- Tektro 180mm 6 bolt
Cockpit
- Headset
- Cane Creek ViscoSet/40 series
- Stem
- Kalloy 4-bolt 31.8 mm clamp
- Handlebar
- Surly Terminal Bar
- Seatpost
- Trans-X Dropper Post, 120 mm/400 mm / Ø30.9mm
- Saddle
- WTB Volt
- Grips/Bar Tape
- Velo Grips
- Stock Headset Upper (S.H.I.S)
- EC34/28.6
- Stock Headset Lower (S.H.I.S)
- EC34/30
- Grips
- Velo Grips
Wheels & Tires
- Front Hub
- Novatec thru-axle, 36h, 15 x 110mm
- Rear Hub
- Novatec HG spline cassette hub, sealed bearing, thru-axle, 36h, 12 x 148 mm
- Spokes
- Stainless 14g
- Tires
- Surly ExtraTerrestrial 27.5 x 2.5", Tubeless Ready, 60tpi
- Rim
- WTB i35 27.5 HTZ, 36h
- Front Hub Spacing
- 15 x 110mm (Surly axle included)
- Steerer Tube
- Ø28.6mm (1-1/8")
- Front Tire
- Surly ExtraTerrestrial 27.5x2.5 60tp
- Hubs
- Front: Novatec Thru Axle 36h, 15x110mm , Rear: Novatec HG spline cassette hub, sealed bearing, CrMo axle, Thru Axle, 36h, 12x148mm
- Rear Tire
- Surly ExtraTerrestrial 27.5x2.5 60tp
- Rims
- WTB i35 27.5 HTZ 36 hole
Pedals
- Pedals
- Sold Separately
E-System
- Drive Unit
- Bosch Performance Cargo Drive Unit (20 mph)
- Motor Torque
- 85Nm
- Max Motor Assist
- 600W
- Battery Capacity Watt Hours
- 500 Wh
- Removable Battery
- Yes
- Charger Included
- Yes
- Battery
- 500wh
- Motor
- Bosch Performance Cargo Drive Unit 20mph
Accessories
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- E-Bike Classification
- Class 1
- Drive Type
- Mid-Drive
- Max Assist Speed
- 20 mph
- Assist Levels
- Four Ride Assist Levels: Eco, Tour, Sport, and Turbo
- Walk Assist
- Yes
- Throttle
- No
- Gross Payload
- 400 lb. max weight capacity (rider plus cargo)
- Estimated Charge Time
- 2–7.5 hours
- Lights Included
- No
- Brakes & Rotors
- Tektro 4-piston M745, Tektro 6-bolt 180 mm
- Headtube
- Ø34mm
- Crown Race
- Ø30mm (1-1/8")
- Seat Collar
- Ø33.1mm
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Battery health
Request battery cycle count and any diagnostic report; older packs lose range and capacity.
Inspection
Motor warranty
Verify motor warranty status and any firmware updates from the manufacturer dealer.