Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Surly
2017 Surly Karate Monkey Singlespeed
Value Guide market data · 2017 Surly Karate Monkey Singlespeed
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Overview
About this bike
2017 Surly Karate Monkey Singlespeed value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- Horizontal slotted with derailleur hanger; Surly “Gnot Boost” 135, 142, and/or 148mm hub spacing compatibility
- Fork Brand & Model
- 4130 CroMoly. 51mm I.S. disc mount, 47mm offset
- Fork
- 4130 CroMoly. 51mm I.S. disc mount, 47mm offset
- Frame
- Horizontal slotted with derailleur hanger; Surly “Gnot Boost” 135, 142, and/or 148mm hub spacing compatibility
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2017 Surly Karate Monkey Singlespeed
- Crankset
- SRAM NX
- Bottom Bracket
- SRAM Powerspline
- Rear Cogs
- Surly 17t cog w/Surly spacer kit
- Chain
- KMC X11
- Chainrings
- 30T
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- SRAM Level
- Brakes
- SRAM NX
Cockpit
- Saddle
- WTB Volt Sport
- Headset
- Cane Creek
- Stem
- H.L. 4-bolt, 31.8mm
- Handlebars
- Answer Pro Taper
- Seat Post
- H.L. 30.9mm
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Salsa 110mm, 15mm thru-axle, 32h; Rear: Salsa 148mm, 12mm thru-axle, 32h
- Tires
- Maxxis Ardent 29 x 2.4
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- Alex MD40
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.