2026 Kona Unity

Archived: 2026 Kona Unity · Mountain · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.
• Find the size marking on the bicycle and confirm the fit before judging the condition or price.

Archived: Frame: Kona Butted Cromoly · Fork: Kona Cromoly

• Inspect the complete frame for cracks, dents, distortion, heavy abrasion, suspicious paint differences or evidence of a previous repair.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.
• Inspect the fork crown, blades, dropouts and visible steerer area. Check that it is straight, securely installed and free of cracks or impact damage.

Archived: Rear derailleur: Shimano XT · Crankset: RaceFace Aeffect Cinch 28t / S 165mm / M-L 170mm / XL 175mm · Bottom bracket: RaceFace BSA 73 · Cassette: Shimano XT 11-50t 11spd · Chain: KMC eGlide Turbo

• 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: Brake Calipers: Tektro Gemini M535 4-piston; Front Brake Rotor: Tektro 203mm 6B 2.3mm; Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro 203mm 6B 2.3mm; Brake Levers: Tektro Gemini M535

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Wheel size: 29" · Hubs: (F) DT Swiss 370 15x110mm / (R) DT Swiss 370 12x148mm HG · Front tire: WTB Ranger TCS Tough 29x3.0" · Rear tire: WTB Ranger TCS Tough 27.5x3.0"

• 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. This record indicates different front and rear wheel diameters, so verify each tire at its correct end.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.

Archived: Headset: FSA No.10 ZS44/ZS44 · Handlebar: Kona 31.8mm / Back 9º / Up 5º / Rise 15mm / Width 780mm · Stem: Kona 31.8mm / Rise 0º / Length S-M 35mm / M-L 45mm · Seatpost: Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm / 375mm · Saddle: WTB Volt Medium · Pedals: Kona JS2

• 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.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.