Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Kona
2016 Kona Operator
Previous used estimate
$980 - $1,008
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 2016 Kona Operator
12-month projected trend
4%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
3%
Drops faster than category avg
Price over time - 2016 Kona Operator
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Operator model years
2021$1,987 - $2,044▲ 103% vs. 2016
2020$1,720 - $1,769▲ 76% vs. 2016
2019$1,711 - $1,760▲ 75% vs. 2016
2018$1,266 - $1,302▲ 29% vs. 2016
2017$825 - $849▼ 16% vs. 20162016$980 - $1,008Currently viewing
2015$872 - $897▼ 11% vs. 2016
2014$858 - $882▼ 12% vs. 2016
2013$689 - $709▼ 30% vs. 2016
2012$693 - $713▼ 29% vs. 2016
2011$627 - $646▼ 36% vs. 2016Compare Operator models
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Overview
About this bike
From pickup shuttle runs to zipping on a number plate, Kona's carbon Operator ushers in a fast era of downhilling with simple, plush suspension. This bike soaks up the biggest hits and rips with tons of maneuverability for the ideal combo of speed and handling. The RockShox Boxxer and Kage shock both sport 200mm of travel, plus external rebound and compression adjustments to set to your specifications and/or course and terrain needs. No matter what you're charging down, SRAM's powerful Guide R discs give you smooth stopping power, while the 26-inch Sun wheels with Maxxis Minion 3C tires bite into lines for pinned cornering. Other gear includes a precision SRAM/Shimano drivetrain, a Kona DH bar, stem and seatpost, and a Hive chainguide. It doesn't get much better... or faster.
Specifications
- Category
- Mountain
- Component Hubs
- Formula
- Product Family
- Operator
- Component Tires
- Maxxis DHF DH 3C, 26 x 2.5
- Component Saddle
- WTB Volt Sport SE 250
- Component Cassette
- SRAM PG-1050, 10-speed: 11-28
- Component Crankset
- Shimano Zee
- Component Seatpost
- Kona OB
- Component Rear Shock
- RockShox Kage RC
- Component Rear Derailleur
- SRAM X9 Type 2
- Component Fork Brand Model
- RockShox BoXXer RC, 200mm-travel, 20mm thru-axle
- Component Front Derailleur
- The Hive LG1 chainguide
- Component Frame Construction
- Kona DH Carbon w/aluminum stays, 200mm-travel, 157x12mm rear spacing
- Frame Construction
- Kona DH Carbon w/aluminum stays, 200mm-travel, 157x12mm rear spacing
- Fork Brand & Model
- RockShox BoXXer RC, 200mm-travel, 20mm thru-axle
- Rear Shock
- RockShox Kage RC
- Hubs
- Formula
- Tires
- Maxxis DHF DH 3C, 26 x 2.5
- Crankset
- Shimano Zee
- Seatpost
- Kona OB
- Saddle
- WTB Volt Sport SE 250
- Front Derailleur
- The Hive LG1 chainguide
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM X9 Type 2
- Cassette
- SRAM PG-1050, 10-speed: 11-28
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.