Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Kona
2017 Kona Operator
Value Guide market data · 2017 Kona Operator
12-month trend
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Price over time - 2017 Kona Operator
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All Operator model years
2021$4,835 - $5,615▲ 63% vs. 2017
2020$4,649 - $5,399▲ 56% vs. 2017
2019$5,579 - $6,479▲ 88% vs. 2017
2018$4,277 - $4,967▲ 44% vs. 20172017$2,975 - $3,455Currently viewing
2016$3,998 - $4,643▲ 34% vs. 2017
2015$3,719 - $4,319▲ 25% vs. 2017
2014$3,720 - $4,320▲ 25% vs. 2017
2013$2,976 - $3,4560% vs. 2017
2012$3,069 - $3,564▲ 3% vs. 2017
2011$2,883 - $3,348▼ 3% vs. 20172017 Operator lineup
Overview
About this bike
2017 Kona Operator value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Rear Shock
- RockShox Kage RC
- Fork
- RockShox BoXXer RC Coil Spring 200mm travel
- Frame
- Kona DH 6061 Aluminum Butted 200mm travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2017 Kona Operator
- Crankset
- RaceFace Chester
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano PF107
- Rear Cogs
- SRAM PG-950, 9-speed: 11-28
- Chain
- KMC X9
- Front Derailleur
- MRP G3 Steel
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM X7
- Chainrings
- 36T
- Shifters
- SRAM X5
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- SRAM Guide R
- Brakes
- SRAM Guide R hydraulic disc, 200/180mm rotors
Cockpit
- Saddle
- Kona DH
- Headset
- FSA Orbit 1.5ZS SC
- Stem
- Kona Direct Mount
- Handlebars
- Kona DH
- Seat Post
- Kona OB 34.9mm
- Tape/Grips
- Kona S-LOG
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Formula
- Tires
- Maxxis Minion DHF DH 27.5x2.5
- Axles
- Front: 110x20mm; Rear: 157x12mm
- Spokes
- Black stainless steel 14g
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- Sun Ringle MTX 33 Sleeved
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.