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Satori
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,699| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 140mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Gold RL |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'0" – 5'8"
5'2" – 6'1"
5'9" – 6'6"
5'10" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Kona Satori is a trail bike with radical geometry, featuring a steep seat tube angle that enhances climbing efficiency and a forward riding position. It offers playful handling, capable descending, and good value with durable builds, though some find the suspension setup harsh and the geometry takes adjustment. Overall, it's a versatile bike suited for aggressive cross-country and varied terrain.
Steep seat tube angle improves climbing efficiency and traction
Playful and nimble handling with quick cornering
Good value for price with solid, durable components
Capable descender on moderate to technical trails
External cable routing for easy maintenance
Dropper post remote is poorly positioned and inconvenient
Suspension can feel harsh, especially on small bumps
Steep geometry may feel awkward initially and limit performance on flat terrain
Limited upgrade options due to trunnion shock mount
Stock components like wheels and brakes may not suit all riders
The Satori DL is a damn steal as far as I’m concerned.
BIKE MagazineIt really did it all for me: climbed very well, descended with confidence and had enough travel that I could tackle the full range of my terrain selection in southwestern Colorado.
Mountain FlyerThe Satori doesn't have the mojo that makes the Honzo and Process bikes a special kind of fun. It's all business up and down.
NSMBThe Satori a confusing build that is not so much playful or aggressive cross country as a fundamentally confused soul searching for a home in trail bike territory.
off.road.ccThe Satori is untraditional. It's different than almost anything else out at the moment, but it works and can handle a variety of terrain well.Pinkbike
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Dec 2018
The Satori is a solid bike at its core. The frame is made of 6061 aluminum and sports a single-pivot flex stay design, which means there is no pivot above the axle. Kona calls this its Fuse Independent Suspension, and it’s also used on the Kona Hei Hei models. The rear seat stays flex a little bit. The hydroformed tubing looks bomber, and the welds are big and stout but not easily seen as the bike is just so dang bright. All you see is orange when this thing is between your legs.
Sep 2018
Even just a few years ago, the mountain bike industry was on a trend of “bigger is always better.”, Wheel size, travel, geometry… the list goes on. But thankfully, there’s been a recent curb of this shoot-for-the-moon attitude and companies are doing more with less. The reason for this: Not everyone needs—or wants—160mm of travel. Kona has an impressive lineup of bikes, but until this year their 29er offering was noticeably slim. To round out the whole roster, Kona brought back the Satori, a bike last seen in 2014. As a mid-travel (140mm up front, 130mm in back) bike, the Satori’s wheel size, aggressive geometry and suspension are aimed at creating an a do-it-all trail rig. The hiatus has done the Satori well, and with the 2019 model release, it’s pushing the limits of modern geometry. Most noticeably, the seat tube angle—78.3 degrees on a large—is steep. Like, really steep. At 68 degrees, the head tube angle isn’t revolutionary, but it’s nearing the aggressiveness of the Process. Thus, the Satori sits in a unique spot not just in Kona’s lineup, but the mountain bike world itself. Fully capable of climbing anything, big wheel rolling proficiency and a progressive geometry, the Satori is a proven, yet ambitious bike.
Sep 2018 · Antony de Heveningham
The Satori is a bike that’s returned to Kona’s lineup after a lengthy leave of absence. It was originally released back in 2012 when longer travel 29ers were considered a...
Jul 2018 · Daniel Sapp
The Satori isn't your typical 130mm 29er - find out what makes this orange machine stand out from the crowd.
Climbs and descends tight and technical terrain well
Solid build inspires confidence
Capable in a variety of situations - a real all day aggressive XC trail bike
Hangs up in flatter technical terrain
Seat tube angle takes some getting used to
Reverb plunger lever
May 2018
Settling in the relatively new category of aggressive cross country, the Kona Satori DL is a mixed bag of parts, geometry and characteristics. On the trail, the Satori is a wannabe; it’s got all the hallmarks of a good trail bike but a harsh suspension set up and steep head angle limits its capabilities to more cross-country pursuits. The best mountain bikes you can buy for under £1,500 Feature: Talking disc brake tech with SRAM The Kona Satori DL is the 29er version of the Hei Hei trail and is a bike the brand says is built for long days in the saddle.
Apr 2018
Kona pegs this bike as a do anything machine but is it up to the rigours of aggressive technical trail riding...
Feb 2018
The new Kona Satori does something radical—a ridiculously steep seat angle—and it pays off.
| Frame | Aluminum BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon Gold RL SoloAir, Boost Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe RL DebonAir, Trunnion Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano PF92 |
| Headset | FSA No.57B |
| Stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Sport SE (Volt 250 Sport SE size S) |
| Seatpost | Trans-X Dropper Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Kona JS2 |
| Grips | Kona Key |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Race Face Aeffect |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore, 10-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore, 11-42 tooth, 10-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG54 |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | Shimano with 180mm front/160mm rear Centerlock rotors Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano |
| Rims | WTB STP i29 TCS |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Sandvik Stainless 14g, black |
| Front Hub | Shimano Deore, Boost front and rear |
| Rear Hub | Shimano Deore, Boost front and rear |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 2.3" TR Dual, Rear: Maxxis Tomahawk, 2.3" TR Dual |
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Last updated September 3
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