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| Specification | 2018 Kona Operator | 2017 Kona Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | Operator | Operator |
| Bicycle type | Mountain | Mountain |
| Archive ID | 900003548 | 900003195 |
| Colors | Matt Charcoal & Black w/ Orange Decals | Matt Cyan/Black/White/Silver |
| Sizes | M; L; XL | M; L; XL |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Kona DH 6061 Aluminum Butted 200mm Travel | Kona DH 6061 Aluminum Butted 200mm Travel |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Fork | RockShox Boxxer RC Spring 200mm | RockShox Boxxer RC Coil Spring 200mm |
| Rear shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Coil R Trunnion | RockShox Kage R |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Shifters | SRAM X5 | SRAM X5 |
| Front derailleur | n/a | n/a |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM X7 | SRAM X7 |
| Crankset | RaceFace Chester; Chainring: 36t | RaceFace Chester; Chainring: 36t |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano PF107 | Shimano PF107 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG950 11-28t 9spd | SRAM PG950 11-28t 9spd |
| Chain | KMC X9 | KMC X9 |
| Pedals | n/a | n/a |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: SRAM Guide R; Front Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 200mm; Rear Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 200mm; Brake Levers: SRAM Guide R | Brake Calipers: SRAM Guide R; Front Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 200mm; Rear Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 180mm; Brake Levers: SRAM Guide R |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | FSA No.57B | FSA Orbit 1.5ZS SC |
| Handlebar | RaceFace Chester 35mm | Kona DH |
| Stem | RaceFace Chester DM 35mm | Kona Direct Mount |
| Saddle | Kona DH | Kona DH |
| Seatpost | Kona OB 34.9mm | Kona OB 34.9mm |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | (F) Formula 110x20mm / (R) Formula 157x12mm | (F) Formula 110x20mm / (R) Formula 157x12mm |
| Rims | Sun Ringle MTX 33 Sleeved | Sun Ringle MTX 33 Sleeved |
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g | Stainless Black 14g |
| Front tire | Maxxis Minion DHF DH 27.5x2.5" | Maxxis Minion DHF DH 27.5x2.5" |
| Rear tire | Maxxis Minion DHF DH 27.5x2.5" | Maxxis Minion DHF DH 27.5x2.5" |
| Wheel size | 27.5" | 27.5" |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2018 Kona Operator | 2017 Kona Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | M | M |
| Reach | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Stack | 615 mm | 615 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 63° | 63° |
| Seat-tube angle | 76.5° | 76.5° |
| Seat tube | 410 mm | 410 mm |
| Head tube | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay / rear center | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 349 mm | 349 mm |
| Standover height | 720 mm | 720 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Front center | 797 mm | 797 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 5, 2026.