Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 200mm -
Travel Rear 200mm -
Fork RockShox BoXXer
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Groupset X9, X7 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 170cm
MD
157cm - 182cm
LG
175cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona DH Carbon w/6061 Aluminum Stays 200mm Travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Boxxer RC 200mm 20mm DO
Rear Shock
RockShox Kage RC
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X9 Type 2
Shift Levers
SRAM X7
Cassette
SRAM PG1050 11-28t 10spd
Crank
36t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Press Fit 104.5mm
Chain
KMC X10
Chain Guide
The Hive SS
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 20mm
Rear Hub
Formula 157x12mm
Rims
Sun MTX33 Sleeved
Spokes
Sandvik Stainless 14g
Tires
Maxxis DHF DH 3C 26x2.5"
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Code R
Brake Levers
Avid Code R
Disk Rotors
Avid G2 Clean Sweep 200mm
Cockpit
Stem
Kona Jerk
Handlebar
Kona DH
Grips
Kona S-LOG
Headset
FSA Orbit C-40 No.42
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport SE 250
Seatpost
Kona OB
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.494 mm | 1.398 mm | 1.348 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 347 mm | 347 mm | 347 mm |
| Front Center | 721 mm | 758 mm | 796 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 121 mm | 121 mm | 121 mm |
| Stack | 581 mm | 590 mm | 608 mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 422 mm | 451 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 535 mm | 573 mm | 612 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1141 mm | 1178 mm | 1216 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -4 mm | -4 mm | -4 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 725 mm | 725 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 157 cm | 175 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 182 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
OPERATOR belongs to the Kona Operator model. There are 17 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Downhill bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Downhill bike you should know that the average price is 3391$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Downhill bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
OPERATOR components
Fork
The OPERATOR comes factory-installed with the RockShox BoXXer fork. This has a travel range of 200mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Kage RC rear shock model, which has a travel of 200mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The wheels on OPERATOR are the 26″ aluminum type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Kona OPERATOR has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 152 cm – 195 cm (4.99 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.