Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Kona
1998 Kona Explosif
Previous used estimate
$272 - $280
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 1998 Kona Explosif
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Price over time - 1998 Kona Explosif
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All Explosif model years
2018$796 - $819▲ 193% vs. 1998
2017$596 - $613▲ 119% vs. 1998
2016$532 - $547▲ 95% vs. 1998
2015$562 - $578▲ 107% vs. 1998
2014$498 - $512▲ 83% vs. 1998
2013$500 - $514▲ 84% vs. 1998
2006$200 - $206▼ 26% vs. 1998
2003$221 - $228▼ 19% vs. 1998
2002$221 - $228▼ 19% vs. 1998
2001$493 - $507▲ 81% vs. 19981998$272 - $280Currently viewing1994$188 - $193▼ 31% vs. 1998Compare Explosif models
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Overview
About this bike
1998 Kona Explosif value depends on condition, original build, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
- Category
- Mountain
- Component Hubs
- Front: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
- Component Rims
- Mavic X221
- Product Family
- Explosif
- Component Chain
- Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Tires
- Front: Kona Enter, Rear: Kona Break
- Component Pedals
- Ritchey Logic
- Component Saddle
- Selle Italia XO
- Component Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Aheadset SAS
- Component Brakeset
- Avid 1D-20 brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers
- Component Cassette
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Component Crankset
- Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth
- Component Seatpost
- Kona O-Beam
- Component Handlebar
- Kona Bulge
- Component Extensions
- Not included
- Component Rear Shock
- Not applicable
- Component Spoke Brand
- DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Component Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
- Component Fork Material
- Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
- Component Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN52
- Component Handlebar Stem
- Tahoma Sonne IV
- Component Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Component Fork Brand Model
- Marzocchi Bomber Z-2 Atom Bomb
- Component Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Component Frame Tubing Material
- Reynolds 853
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Reynolds 853
- Fork Brand & Model
- Marzocchi Bomber Z-2 Atom Bomb
- Fork Material
- Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
- Hubs
- Front: Javva the Hub, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
- Rims
- Mavic X221
- Tires
- Front: Kona Enter, Rear: Kona Break
- Spoke Brand
- DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Brakeset
- Avid 1D-20 brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth
- Pedals
- Ritchey Logic
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN52
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Seatpost
- Kona O-Beam
- Saddle
- Selle Italia XO
- Handlebar
- Kona Bulge
- Extensions
- Not included
- Handlebar Stem
- Tahoma Sonne IV
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Aheadset SAS
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork and rear shock service intervals and check pivot bearings for play.