Surly Karate Monkey Suspension Edition

The Surly Karate Monkey is a versatile trail and bikepacking bike available in 27.5+ and 29-inch sizes. The robust CrMo steel frame, modern standards and the choice between a suspension fork and a rigid fork make it ideal for adventures, technical trails and long tours with luggage.
Perfectly suited to custom builds with SRAM GX or AXS, DT Swiss wheels and Schwalbe 29×2.50 tyres.

Available colours & sizes

• Hi-Viz Black: XL
• Snow Mold: XS, S, XL

• Colour changes to RAL colours possible (professional paint finish)

Specifications (customisable) Frame & Fork (specification changes are possible)

• Surly Karate Monkey, compatible with 29" / 27.5+
• RockShox MY23, 120–140 mm or optional
• Additionally: Rigid fork (ideal for bikepacking)
• Headset: Cane Creek ZS44

Cockpit

• Ritchey Trail Flatbar 800 mm
• Ritchey WCS Trail stem 45 mm
• BikeYoke Divine 160 mm dropper post
• SQ Lab
• ODI MTB grips
• S‑pÉDO SPRY pedals

Drivetrain & Gears

• SRAM GX 12-speed (10–50/52)
• Optional: SRAM GX AXS electronic
• SRAM GX 1×32 crankset, 175 mm
• SRAM XG 10–50 cassette

Brakes

• SRAM DB8
• Brake discs: 203 mm front, 180 mm rear
• Robust 4-piston performance for trail, enduro & e-MTB

• Wheels & tyres
• DT Swiss M1900, 29" × 30 mm or option
• Schwalbe Hans Dampf 29×2.50 (front) or option
• Schwalbe Nobby Nic 29×2.50 (rear) or option

Advantages of this configuration

• High stability – even with luggage
• Strong grip on technical trails
• Comfort on long rides
• Reliable 1×12 drivetrain
• Modern standards & high durability

Note

Specifications are subject to change.