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Process 153 29
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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$1,899| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 153 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Yari RC |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | microSHIFT Advent X |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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View Comparison5'2" – 6'1"
5'9" – 6'6"
5'10" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Kona Process 153 is a versatile enduro bike praised for its updated suspension kinematics, flip chip for geometry adjustment, and improved usability features like better bottle cage placement. It handles steep descents and pedals efficiently, though some reviews note limitations in technical climbs and stability at high speeds. The bike is compared favorably to its siblings and stands out for its all-around performance.
Updated suspension kinematics work well with air or coil shocks
Flip chip allows geometry adjustment for 29er or 27.5" wheels
Better bottle cage placement and tool mounting points
Handled steep, chunky descending and bigger pedaling missions well
Pedaled and climbed well despite 153mm of rear travel
Single pivot seemed to get overworked on more technical climbs
Lack of stability at higher speeds
Some pedal feedback at higher speeds
Underpowered and underwhelming SRAM G2 brakes
SRAM Reverb hydraulic dropper post developed squish when fully extended
The Kona Process has been their go-big-or-go-home play bike since 2014, topping out with a very long-travel for park, DH, and enduro racing, but mostly living in the big trail bike world of s#!t eating grins.
BikerumorClimbing ability combined with descending prowess makes the Process 153 a standout all-arounder for those who don’t mind pedaling, but still want to get rowdy on descents.
Loam WolfKona has managed to create a bike that’s versatile enough for the demands of modern all-mountain without losing its iconic character.
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Jun 2025 · Travis Reill
The Kona Process 153 boasts clean lines and an overall sleek look with riding performance to match. Check out our long-term review.
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.
Jul 2024 · Tyler Benedict
Kona refines their process to deliver two trail bikes ready to shred anything, with affordable alloy and dreamy carbon options.
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
Feb 2022 · Henry Quinney
The Process 153's geometry is modern without going to extremes, which adds to its versatility. It's also very yellow.
Balanced geometry that has an emphasis on trail riding
Comfortable climber, especially on more gradual climbs
A good frame that would be worthy of future upgrades
Shock tune didn’t offer enough support
For a bike that isn't an enduro bike, it's not that light
Brakes are underpowered for the bike's capabilities
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...
| Frame | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 153mm Travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Matte Midnight w/ Blue-Grey 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 29x2.5" WT, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO TR DUAL 29x2.4" WT |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline 200mm or Shimano RT64 203mm (centerlock) |
First added June 17
Last updated October 18
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