Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Surly
2021 Surly Karate Monkey
Value Guide market data · 2021 Surly Karate Monkey
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Price over time - 2021 Surly Karate Monkey
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All Karate Monkey model years
2025$1,720 - $1,997▼ 20% vs. 2021
2023$2,464 - $2,861▲ 15% vs. 2021
2021$2,138 - $2,483Currently viewing
2020$1,558 - $1,809▼ 27% vs. 2021
2019$1,442 - $1,674▼ 33% vs. 2021
2015$1,837 - $2,133▼ 14% vs. 2021
2014$1,139 - $1,323▼ 47% vs. 2021
2013$1,139 - $1,323▼ 47% vs. 2021
2012$1,042 - $1,210▼ 51% vs. 2021
2011$977 - $1,134▼ 54% vs. 2021
2010$1,093 - $1,269▼ 49% vs. 20212021 Karate Monkey lineup
Overview
About this bike
2021 Surly Karate Monkey value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2021 Surly Karate Monkey
- Shifters
- Shimano Deore SL-M6100
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- Tektro HD-M275
- Brakes
- Tektro HD-M275
Cockpit
- Handlebars
- Salsa Rustler without logo
- Tape/Grips
- Velo - lock on
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: 110mm, Novatec, 32h, Thru-Axle<br>Rear: 148mm, Novatec, 32h, Thru-Axle
- Rims
- WTB ST i40 TCS
- Tires
- Surly Dirt Wizard 27 x 3", 60 tpi, Tubeless Ready
Pedals
- Pedals
- Sold separately
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.