1999 Kona King Kahuna

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z-2 Super Fly, 2.75" travel · Aluminum, triple-clamp crown

• Inspect every weld for cracking and check that the seatpost, bottom bracket and other threaded components are not seized or galled in place.

Archived: Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z-2 Super Fly, 2.75" travel

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Group: Shimano XTR · Shifters: Shimano XTR RapidFire SL rear · Front derailleur: Shimano XTR top-swing · Rear derailleur: Shimano XTR SGS · Crankset: Shimano XTR M952, 24/34/46 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-M952 · Rear cogs: 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

• Inspect pads, cables and housings, then examine both rim braking surfaces for concavity, cracking or heavy wear. Confirm each caliper returns and centers correctly.

Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Mavic X517 · Hubs: Shimano XTR · Front tire: 26 x 1.90" Tioga Factory XC Slick kevlar

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SAS · Handlebar: Ritchey ForceLite · Stem: Race Face SyStem · Seatpost: Thomson Elite, 27.0mm diameter · Saddle: SDG Comp Belair, titanium rails · Pedals: Shimano PD-M747 SPD

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.