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Process 134 DL 27.5
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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$3,899| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 134 / 140mm |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Select |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Ultimate |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | GX Eagle, NX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RS Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
4'9" – 5'1"
5'0" – 5'8"
5'2" – 6'1"
5'9" – 6'6"
5'10" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Kona Process 134 is celebrated as a versatile and capable trail bike, excelling in both climbing and descending with a lively, efficient ride. Its modern geometry and well-balanced suspension make it a joy on a wide range of terrains, from technical climbs to aggressive descents. The bike's design and performance have been praised for offering a boutique-level attention to detail and a playful, yet stable ride.
Versatile on a wide range of terrain
Lively and efficient ride
Modern geometry and well-balanced suspension
Boutique-level attention to detail
Playful yet stable handling
A little expensive
Rear end may stiffen under heavy braking
Low BB height requires caution on technical climbs
Some models may have underpowered brakes
The Process 134 has a lively, energetic feel under power, and it’s by far the most pedal-efficient Process Kona has ever made.
BetaThe mix of agility, efficiency, and trustworthy descending make the Process 134 a perfect do-everything steed that feels at home on a wide range of terrain.
BetaThe Kona is a really welcome slice of live wire insolence.
Bike PerfectA bike that climbs this well should be expected to have some compromise on the descent – maybe nervous in this or that terrain, or perhaps scary on the steeps? No, not the Process 134.
Vital MTBFeedback?
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Mar 2022 · Guy Kesteven
Can Kona’s ‘mountain biker’s mountain bike’ prove 27.5in wheels still have a place for hard rallying riders?
Top spec rear shock and tires
Tight, responsive rear end
High control brakes
Plenty of tire room
External controls for easy servicing
Front end lacks stiffness and confidence
Feels steeper and shorter than it is
Sits high relative to axles
Below par component value
Relatively heavy
Basic frame
Jul 2021 · Ryan Palmer
Despite being released way back in 2019, the Process 134 is holding its own the trail category, ranking highly in all three testers' books.
Supportive, efficient climber
Lively, responsive descender
Stout, laterally stiff chassis
I mean, just look at it
A little expensive
Standard-offset forks are becoming uncommon
Mar 2021 · Robin Weaver
This versatile all-rounder isn’t afraid of being ridden fast
Balanced suspension feel
Geometry balances stability and agility well
Happy lapping up the miles or hammering downhill
Compact rear end may not suit taller riders on the larger frame sizes
Expensive compared to some of the competition
Sep 2020 · Steve Fisher
Kona updates the Process 134 29ers for 2021, offering a Supreme model with a high-end, wireless build for discerning riders.
Jan 2020 · Mike Kazimer
The new Process 134 29 is a modern trail bike with a voracious appetite for tight turns.
Lively and energetic handling
Very easy to wheelie and manual
Loves tight turns
Short chainstays have drawbacks at higher speeds
Actual seat tube angle isn't that steep
A few parts don't seem to match up with the price
Jan 2020 · Jeremy Benson
Kona redesigned the Process 134 for the 2020 model year and the result is an impressively fun and capable mid-travel trail bike at a reasonable price. The...
Hard charging on descents
Long dropper post
Modern trail bike geometry
Heavy
Mediocre fork specification
Not the fastest climber
Aug 2019
Kona's Process 111 was a special bike. It was one of, if not the first, North Shore-ready short travel 29ers available. We've been anxiously awaiting a new version of the beloved 111 for some time now, and, well, it's finally here. Sort of.
| Frame | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 134mm Travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Matt Faux Raw w/ Gloss Metallic Blue & Black Decals |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Pike Select RC charger DebonAir 140mm Tapered 110mm Spacing Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Ultimate Trunnion Travel: 134mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB PF92 |
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5 EP ZS |
| Stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal 31.6mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Grips | Kona Key Grip |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX-Eagle |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
| Crank | SRAM NX Eagle DUB, 34t X-Sync Eagle |
| Shifters | SRAM NX-Eagle |
| Cassette | SRAM NX-Eagle 11-50t 12spd |
| Chain | SRAM SX-Eagle |
| Chain Guide | n/a |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RS Type: SRAM G2 RS Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM G2 RS |
| Rims | WTB KOM Light i30 TCS |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| Front Hub | Formula 110x15mm |
| Rear Hub | Formula 148x12mm |
| Tires | Maxxis Dissector EXO TR 3C 27.5x2.4" WT |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline 200mm |
First added August 4
Last updated January 7
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