Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Kona
2018 Kona Operator DL
Value Guide market data · 2018 Kona Operator DL
12-month trend
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Price over time - 2018 Kona Operator DL
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All Operator model years
2021$4,835 - $5,615▲ 13% vs. 2018
2020$4,649 - $5,399▲ 9% vs. 2018
2019$5,579 - $6,479▲ 30% vs. 20182018$4,277 - $4,967Currently viewing
2017$2,975 - $3,455▼ 30% vs. 2018
2016$3,998 - $4,643▼ 7% vs. 2018
2015$3,719 - $4,319▼ 13% vs. 2018
2014$3,720 - $4,320▼ 13% vs. 2018
2013$2,976 - $3,456▼ 30% vs. 2018
2012$3,069 - $3,564▼ 28% vs. 2018
2011$2,883 - $3,348▼ 33% vs. 20182018 Operator DL lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Kona Operator DL value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Rear Shock
- RockShox Super Deluxe Coil RC Trunnion
- Fork
- RockShox Boxxer Team Coil Spring 200mm
- Frame
- Kona DH 6061 Aluminum Butted 200mm Travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2018 Kona Operator DL
- Crankset
- SRAM Descendant DH
- Bottom Bracket
- SRAM GXP PF
- Rear Cogs
- SRAM GX DH 11-25t 7spd
- Chain
- SRAM PC1110
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM GX DH
- Chainrings
- 36t
- Shifters
- SRAM GX DH
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- SRAM Code R
- Brakes
- SRAM Code R calipers w/SRAM Centerline 200mm/200mm rotors
Cockpit
- Saddle
- WTB Volt Race
- Headset
- FSA No.57SC
- Stem
- RaceFace Atlas DM 35mm
- Handlebars
- RaceFace Atlas 35mm
- Seat Post
- Kona OB 34.9mm w/ Kona Clamp seat clamp
- Tape/Grips
- Kona Key Grip
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Formula 110x20mm<br/>Rear: Formula 157x12mm
- Tires
- Front: Maxxis Minion DHF DH 3C 27.5x2.5"<br/>Rear: Maxxis Minion DHF DH 3C 27.5x2.5"
- Axles
- Front: 110x20mm<br/>Rear: 157x12mm
- Spokes
- Stainless Black 14g
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- Mavic EX729
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.