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Process 153 27.5
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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$3,399| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 153 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Yari RC |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | microSHIFT Advent X |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'0" – 5'8"
5'2" – 6'1"
5'9" – 6'6"
5'10" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Kona Process 153 is a versatile enduro bike that excels on steep and technical trails, offering a confident and natural feel on descents. Its geometry strikes a good balance between stability and maneuverability, though it may feel less energetic on mellower terrain. While the bike's suspension performs well, some components like brakes and tires could see improvements.
Excels on steep and technical trails
Confident and natural feel on descents
Good balance between stability and maneuverability
Comfortable climbing position
Supple rear suspension soaks up heavy hits
Feels less energetic on mellower trails
Some components like brakes could be improved
External cabling not very neat
Limited sizing options
Heavy for its category
The Process feels natural and confident from the get-go with a nicely centred ride position that’s easy to get acquainted with.
BikeRadarPedal up. Party down. Repeat.
Vital MTBIt’s a no nonsense, well constructed frame, designed for years of abuse
Singletrack WorldFeedback?
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Dec 2024 · Henry Quinney
"A balanced bike that absolutely rips on tighter, medium-paced trails."
Well balanced on tighter, medium gradient trails
Great suspension feel at low-medium speed
Well executed single pivot
Some neat frame features
Geometry and suspension begins to feel overwhelmed at higher speeds
Slack seattube will punish taller riders
Underpowered brakes
Dec 2024
The Supreme Council might have a tough time putting a stamp on the Gen. 3 Process 153. In some ways it handles like an enduro bike, stomping big lines and landing softly, but it's not too much for lower angle trails or janky business thanks to its modest length and sensible geometry. Based on my experience on really rough and fast stuff, it may not be suited to everyone looking for an enduro beast, but that's the only situation where it wasn't up to the task. It's great in the air, beastly in corners and it devours flow trails, even technical ones with quick left to right switches and surprises to keep you on your toes.
Solid feeling build with no rattles
Very quiet on the trail
Versatile geometry feels at home in many situations
Pedals well with minimal bob without climb switch engaged
Good suspension performance
Roomy standover accommodates riders of different sizes
Corners beautifully
Handles big hits like it has more than 153mm of travel
SRAM G2 brakes are suitable for trail bike territory but out-gunned on more challenging lines
Effective seat angle looks good on paper but taller riders may find themselves too far behind the bottom bracket
Chunk, or repeated heavy impacts, or rough and loose conditions, when paired with speed, are not the P153s strength
Stack a little low; preferred with a 50mm riser bar
Rockshox Reverb Stealth seat post limited to 200mm, overly complicated, requires more insertion length
Jun 2023 · Jessie-May Morgan
Destined for Tito Tomasi and Noah Hoffmann, respectively, Kona Bikes were showing the new Process X Alloy and Process 152 Carbon at Eurobike
Jul 2022 · James Vincent
The latest Kona Process 153 rolls on 29in wheels and sits in the middle of the Process range; Process X on one side, Process 134 on the other.
The geometry. Like all Konas it’s sorted
The rear suspension
That yellow
Average brakes
And fork
Heavy for what it is
Apr 2022 · ArmyB
All metal, all good, all the fun.
Updated geometry
Confidence-inspiring on descents
Pedals efficiently
Snappy through turns
Great price point
Single-ply tires
Not the strongest wheelset
Rear brake felt underpowered
Apr 2021 · Robin Weaver
Not the sprightliest on mellower trails, but comes alive on steep, chunky stuff. This build doesn’t offer the best value for money, though
Really comes to life when the going gets steep and rough
Great geometry
Winning tyre combo
Not great value for money
Doesn’t feel the most energetic on mellower trails
SRAM G2 brakes are okay, but I’d prefer more powerful Codes
Jan 2021 · McCoy
Riders looking for a bike that will handle their local climbs and take full advantage of descents will find the new...
Jun 2020 · James Bracey
With chunky tubing and a tidal wave of travel with the Kona Process 153 CR/DL 29, is Kona out to prove that bigger is better?
Playful, agile ride. Specification needs nothing changing.
The rear suspension can feel a little over-worked on rockier trails. The price has shot up.
| Frame | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 153mm Travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Gloss Metallic Dragonfly w/ Charcoal & Nimbus Decals |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Yari RC Motion Control DebonAir 160mm Tapered 110mm Spacing Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select Plus Trunnion Travel: 153mm |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA or Shimano Deore PF92 |
| Headset | FSA No.57B |
| Stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Saddle | Kona Trail |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal w/ Shimano Lever 31.6mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Grips | Kona Key Grip |
| Rear Derailleur | Microshift Advent X or Shimano Deore 11spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
| Crank | FSA Comet Heavy Duty or Shimano Deore, 30t |
| Shifters | Microshift Advent X or Shimano Deore 11spd |
| Cassette | Microshift Advent X 11-48t 10spd or Shimano Deore 11-50t 11spd |
| Chain | KMC X10 or X11 |
| Chain Guide | n/a |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8 or Shimano Deore Type: SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM DB8 or Shimano Deore |
| Rims | WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| Front Hub | Formula or Shimano 110x15mm |
| Rear Hub | Formula or Shimano 148x12mm |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai EXO TR DUAL 27.5x2.5" WT, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO TR DUAL 27.5x2.4" WT |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline 200mm or Shimano RT64 203mm (centerlock) |
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Last updated June 8
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