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Process 153 CR/DL
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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$5,999| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 153 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Eagle AXS, GX Eagle Transmission |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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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 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.
Jun 2025 · Nelson
Discover the 2025 Kona Process 153 CR/DL G3—an all-mountain machine blending classic Kona durability with modern geometry and carbon performance.
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
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
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
| Frame | Kona DH Carbon 153mm Travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Hanger Standard: UDH Color: Gloss Faux Dark Chrome w/ Satin Lead Decals |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate RC2 Charger 3 DebonAir+ w/ButterCups 160mm Tapered 110mm Spacing Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Trunnion Travel: 153mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB PF92 Wide |
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5 E ZS |
| Stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Seatpost | Rock Shox Reverb w/1x Remote Lever 31.6mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Grips | Kona Key Grip |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
| Crank | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission, 32t |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS Pod Controller |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission 10-52t 12spd |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Chain Guide | n/a |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RSC Type: SRAM G2 RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM G2 RSC |
| Rims | WTB KOM Trail i30 TCS |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| Front Hub | DT Swiss 350 110x15mm |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 350 148x12mm |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai EXO+ TR 3C 29x2.5" WT, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO+ TR 3C 29x2.4" WT (27.5x2.4" WT size S) |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline 200mm |
First added July 11
Last updated October 18
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