Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Kona
1996 Kona King Kahuna Hei Hei
Value Guide market data · 1996 Kona King Kahuna Hei Hei
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
22%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1996 Kona King Kahuna Hei Hei
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All King model years
2015$4,928 - $5,723▲ 33% vs. 1996
2014$4,278 - $4,968▲ 15% vs. 1996
2012$3,162 - $3,672▼ 15% vs. 1996
2011$2,883 - $3,348▼ 22% vs. 1996
2010$2,604 - $3,024▼ 30% vs. 1996
2009$2,139 - $2,484▼ 42% vs. 1996
2006$4,649 - $5,399▲ 25% vs. 1996
2001$2,696 - $3,131▼ 28% vs. 1996
2000$3,719 - $4,3190% vs. 1996
1999$3,719 - $4,3190% vs. 1996
1998$2,231 - $2,591▼ 40% vs. 19961997$2,417 - $2,807▼ 35% vs. 19961996$3,719 - $4,319Currently viewing1996 King Kahuna Hei Hei lineup
Overview
About this bike
1996 Kona King Kahuna Hei Hei value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Judy XC
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Frame Construction
- Welded titanium
- Frame Tubing Material
- 3Al/2.5V titanium w/6Al/4V titanium
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1996 Kona King Kahuna Hei Hei
- Bottom Bracket
- Curve ZVL, 113 mm spindle
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Shimano XTR
- Crankset
- Cook Bros. E, 28/36/46 teeth
- Shifters
- Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Brakes
- Brakes
- Magura Hydraulic HS22 brakes, Magura Hydrostop levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Easton, aluminum
- Stem
- Control Tech
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch Kona Race Light Control Center
- Saddle
- Selle Italia Max Flite
- Seatpost
- Syncros Pro Series aluminum, 27.0 mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Rims
- Mavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- DT Competition stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.10inch Kona Sniff, Rear: 26 x 2.10inch Kona Scratch
Pedals
- Pedals
- Shimano PD-M747 SPD (clipless)
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Polished
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 22.1
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.