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Surly Karate Monkey Fool's Gold ,, S"

incl. VAT, plus delivery
Delivery weight: 23 kg
In stock
Delivery time: 5-10 day(s)
Ready for pickup in: 5-10 hour(s)

Description

Karate Monkey – A versatile hardtail for trail riding and bikepacking.

Sturdy steel frame, compatible with 29" and 27.5+ wheels, thru-axles, dropper post and Gnot-Boost.

Tyre clearance up to 29 × 2.5" or 27.5 × 3.0". Perfect for custom builds and challenging terrain.

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Colour and size: Fool’s Gold ‘S’ (Last one)


Specification: Production (minor changes possible)

Frame: Surly Karate Monkey – 4130 chromoly, Natch tubes, double-butted main frame, flared tubes, TIG-welded, ED-coated

• Fork: Surly Karate Monkey – 4130 chromoly, Natch tubes, double-butted, tapered fork legs, TIG-welded, ED-coated

Components

• Headset: Cane Creek 15

• Seatpost clamp: Surly stainless steel, 33.1 mm

• Seatpost: Promax, 30.9 mm

• Stem: Promax, 31.8 mm

• Grips / handlebar tape: Velo Lock-On

• Saddle: WTB Volt 142

• Handlebars: Salsa Rustler

Drivetrain

• Front derailleur: –

• Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore RD-M6100, 12-speed

• Cassette: SunRace CSMZ800, 11–51 teeth, 12-speed

• Chain: KMC X12 NP/BK

• Crankset: Shimano Deore FC-MT510-1, 30 teeth

• Shift levers: Shimano Deore SL-M6100

Brakes

• Brake levers: Tektro HD-M275

• Brake calipers: Tektro HD-M275

• Bottom bracket: Shimano

• Brake discs: Tektro 180/160 mm, 6-hole

Wheels

• Front tyre: Surly Dirt Wizard 27.5 × 3.0", 60 TPI, tubeless-ready

• Rear tyre: Surly Dirt Wizard 27.5 × 3.0", 60 TPI, tubeless-ready

• Front hub: Novatec 15 × 110 mm, 32-hole

• Rear hub: Novatec 12 × 148 mm, 32-hole

• Rims: WTB ST i40 TCS 27.5"

Karate Monkey - Versatile hardtail mountain bike

The Karate Monkey is a real all-rounder among hardtails - robust, playful and ready for any terrain. The versatile steel frame is the perfect canvas for your customised bikepacking or trail project. According to our maths brain "Thor", the bike can be assembled in around 487 different configurations - there are no limits to your creativity.

🔄 29" or 27.5+? You decide!

Originally designed as a 29er and pioneer of the 29-inch movement, the current Karate Monkey also shines as a 27.5+ setup. Whether you prefer surfing over roots or ploughing through sand and snow with fat tyres - this bike can do it all. And with a big grin on your face.

⚙️ Modern trail standards:

- Compatible with dropper posts

- 44 mm head tube for modern forks

- Gnot-Boost rear triangle (fits 142, 148 & 177 mm axles)

- Thru axles front and rear

- Suspension fork compatible geometry

🛠️ Maximum compatibility:

- Ideal as a "parts-bin bike" - fits most MTB standards

- No rim brakes possible - disc brakes only

- Tyre clearance for 29" x 2.5" or 27.5" x 3.0" tyres

Conclusion: The Karate Monkey is your faithful companion for trails, tours and creative conversions - a bike that grows, thinks and participates with you