The DH geometry is longer and slacker to provide you stability and speed on the most hardcore trails.
27.5" Wheels are a great for a balance of control and speed for maximum downhill capability.
SRAM Guide brakes efficiently deal with heat and provide excellent stopping power.
Coil shocks deal with long periods of constant hits better than air shocks to give you more control.
What makes downhill bikes so special? They’re dependable. They get you through the craziest sections of trail. They’re fast. They teach you confidence. They’ve always been the go-to machines for when the going gets rough and tough. With a RockShox Boxxer Select Debonair up front and a Super Deluxe Coil Select in the rear, and a dependable SRAM drivetrain, the Operator is your trusty companion for the heaviest hits and the fastest tracks.
KONA 6061 ALUMINUM
Kona 7005 and 6061 Aluminum alloys are used extensively throughout our fleet of mountain and asphalt bicycles. A tough, durable, light alloy, both Kona 7005 and 6061 deliver fantastic, reliable performance that lasts for thousands of rides. Much of our 7005/6061 tubing is butted and/or formed, meaning the tubing’s wall thickness can be increased or decreased, as well as shaped, so we can fine-tune a particular frame’s strength and ride characteristics depending on its intended application.
INTERNAL HEADSET
Bearing cups are actually pressed into the frame and are easily removable. An internal headset also reduces stack height, so the height of the stem and bars are more adjustable, giving the rider the best fit possible.
TAPERED HEAD TUBE
More girth at the bottom of the head tube better distributes shock force, prolonging the bearing life of the headset itself and eliminating brake shudder, while providing confident steering performance. The inherent strength of its triangular design also means a stronger steering position and improved balance, giving the rider more control in rough terrain. A zero-stack, tapered head tube also puts strength where the load is going—into the lower headset cup—maximizing bearing durability where it’s needed.
12x157mm AXLE
12x142mm, 12x148 and 12x157 rear axle standards provide two major advantages to the Kona rider: the 12mm diameter of the rear axle provides the rear hub and frame with a stiff interface, while the 142/148/157mm outer diameter of the hub allows the wheel to be quickly and properly positioned in the frame before the rear axle is inserted. For 2017, you’ll see the 12x148 Boost standard in the mix. Boost spacing provides more tire clearance at the chainstay yoke, while the rear wheel is stiffer and more durable relative to a 12x142 thru-axle.
BEAMER INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION
Built to be off-the-top progressive, Beamer Independent Suspension helps the bike to stay higher in the travel and recover from hits more quickly. The Operators are instilled with what our product managers like to call “pure shock movement,” whereby the shock is protected from side load. Designed to be highly tuneable and extremely durable, the Beamer IS is our version of greased lightning.
27.5" WHEELS
The benefits of the 27.5-inch wheel are simple: they roll over obstacles and track better than 26-inch wheels, but are more maneuverable and nimble than 29-inch ones.
| sizes | M, L, XL |
| rear shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Coil Select Trunnion |
| fork | RockShox Boxxer Select DebonAir 200mm |
| crankarms | RaceFace Chester |
| chainrings | 36t |
| b/b | Shimano PF107 |
| pedals | N/A |
| chain | KMC X9 |
| freewheel | SRAM PG950 11-28t 9spd |
| chainguide | MRP G3 Steel |
| f/d | n/a |
| r/d | SRAM X7 Short Cage |
| shifters | SRAM X5 |
| brake calipers | SRAM Guide T |
| front brake rotor | SRAM Centerline 200mm |
| rear brake rotor | SRAM Centerline 200mm |
| brake levers | SRAM Guide T |
| headset | FSA No.57B |
| handlebar | RaceFace Chester 35mm |
| stem | RaceFace Chester DM 35mm |
| seatpost | Kona OB 34.9mm |
| seat clamp | Kona Clamp |
| grips | Kona Key Grip |
| saddle | Kona DH |
| front hub | Formula 110x20mm |
| rear hub | Formula 157x12mm |
| spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| rims | Sun Ringle MTX 33 Sleeved |
| frontire | Maxxis Minion DHF DH 27.5x2.5" |
| rear tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II DH 27.5x2.4" |
| paint color | Gloss Faux Chrome & Black w/ Black, Faux Orange & Metallic Dark Silver Decals |
| SIZES | M, L, XL |
| REAR SHOCK | RockShox Super Deluxe Coil Select Trunnion |
| Fork | RockShox Boxxer Select DebonAir 200mm |
| CRANKARMS | RaceFace Chester |
| CHAINRINGS | 36t |
| B/B | Shimano PF107 |
| PEDALS | N/A |
| Chain | KMC X9 |
| FREEWHEEL | SRAM PG950 11-28t 9spd |
| CHAINGUIDE | MRP G3 Steel |
| F/D | n/a |
| R/D | SRAM X7 Short Cage |
| Shifters | SRAM X5 |
| Brake Calipers | SRAM Guide T |
| FRONT BRAKE ROTOR | SRAM Centerline 200mm |
| Rear brake rotor | SRAM Centerline 200mm |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide T |
| Headset | FSA No.57B |
| Handlebar | RaceFace Chester 35mm |
| Stem | RaceFace Chester DM 35mm |
| Seatpost | Kona OB 34.9mm |
| SEAT CLAMP | Kona Clamp |
| GRIPS | Kona Key Grip |
| Saddle | Kona DH |
| FRONT HUB | Formula 110x20mm |
| REAR HUB | Formula 157x12mm |
| SPOKES | Stainless Black 14g |
| RIMS | Sun Ringle MTX 33 Sleeved |
| FRONTIRE | Maxxis Minion DHF DH 27.5x2.5" |
| REAR TIRE | Maxxis Minion DHR II DH 27.5x2.4" |
| PAINT COLOR | Gloss Faux Chrome & Black w/ Black, Faux Orange & Metallic Dark Silver Decals |
| Ride Style | Downhill |
| Fork Brand | Rockshox |
| Fork Travel | 171 - 220mm |
| Frame Material | Alloy |
| Groupset Brand | Sram |
| Groupset Model | X7 |
| Pedals Included | No |
| Shock Travel | 171 - 220mm |
| DH Geometry | The DH geometry is longer and slacker to provide you stability and speed on the most hardcore trails. |
| 27.5" Wheels | 27.5" Wheels are a great for a balance of control and speed for maximum downhill capability. |
| SRAM Guide Brakes | SRAM Guide brakes efficiently deal with heat and provide excellent stopping power. |
| Coil Shock | Coil shocks deal with long periods of constant hits better than air shocks to give you more control. |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.
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