Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Kona
1998 Kona Fire Mountain
Value Guide market data · 1998 Kona Fire Mountain
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Price over time - 1998 Kona Fire Mountain
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All Fire Mountain model years
2023$814 - $945▲ 59% vs. 1998
2022$883 - $1,025▲ 73% vs. 1998
2021$743 - $863▲ 45% vs. 1998
2020$697 - $809▲ 36% vs. 1998
2019$697 - $809▲ 36% vs. 1998
2018$650 - $755▲ 27% vs. 1998
2017$650 - $755▲ 27% vs. 1998
2016$697 - $809▲ 36% vs. 1998
2015$706 - $820▲ 38% vs. 1998
2014$651 - $756▲ 27% vs. 1998
2013$651 - $756▲ 27% vs. 1998
2012$679 - $788▲ 33% vs. 1998
2011$558 - $648▲ 9% vs. 1998
2010$530 - $616▲ 4% vs. 1998
2001$395 - $459▼ 23% vs. 1998
2000$405 - $470▼ 21% vs. 19981998$511 - $593Currently viewing1993$464 - $539▼ 9% vs. 19981998 Fire Mountain lineup
Overview
About this bike
1998 Kona Fire Mountain value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Chromoly, butted
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Indy S
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1998 Kona Fire Mountain
- Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Shift Levers
- Shimano STX RapidFire SL
- Crankset
- Cyclone 345, 22/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-LP26
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Tektro 820A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-342A levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Kona Race Lite
- Saddle
- Ritchey Vector
- Handlebar
- Kona Bulge
- Handlebar Stem
- Tahoma Sonne IV
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Tioga TG
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Shimano Alivio, Rear: Shimano AceraX
- Rims
- Ritchey Rock Comp
- Tires
- Front: Kona Enter, Rear: Kona Break
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Pedals
- Pedals
- Aluminum cage w/clips & straps
Accessories
- Colors
- Esse Blue
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 27.3
- Sizes
- 14inch, 16inch, 18inch, 19inch, 20inch, 21inch
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
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.