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Process 153
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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$3,599| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 153 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Pike RC |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RT |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | GX |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
152cm – 171cm
157cm – 183cm
175cm – 196cm
180cm – 196cm
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Summary
The Kona Process 153 is celebrated for its playful yet aggressive personality, outstanding standover clearance, and smart component choices, making it a formidable enduro bike. Its suspension performance, particularly the Rocker Independent Suspension system, is noted for being supple and responsive, excelling in downhill and technical terrains. However, it faces criticism for being heavier than some competitors and less efficient on climbs.
Playful and aggressive personality
Outstanding stand over clearance
Smart spec with impressive components
Supple and responsive suspension
Excellent downhill and technical terrain performance
Heavier than some competitors
Less efficient on climbs
Can be sluggish on uphill or undulating trails
"Capable" is the appropriate adjective here, and that’s an obviously good thing.
BIKE MagazineThe Process just felt planted regardless of what we threw it down.
BikeRadarThe Kona Process 153 DL will most certainly be one of the key bikes that puts Kona back in the picture.
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Dec 2017
Bigger wheels make the Process 153 29er ride like an all-around bigger bike compared to its 27.5-inch brother. That is both good and bad.
Oct 2017 · McCoy
After much anticipation, Kona has finally released their all new carbon fiber Process. The dudes over at Kona recently sent out the G2 Process 153 CR DL
Sept 2016 · James Love
James' longterm relationship with the Kona Process 153 has sadly come to an end. See how his bike evolved in this final review
Jun 2016 · Tom Marvin
A likeable and confidence-inspiring gravity oriented sled – just don't expect any KOMs on the way back up. Buy if you're willing to trade lethargy under power for masses of descending confidence
Awesomely planted descender, supple suspension and simply a grin-inducing overall package
Kit list doesn't quite hit the spot, can be a bit of a chore when the trail isn't pointing down
Feb 2016
Aug 2014
The Process 153 has a different geometry than we’re used to seeing historically. It’s long, low, and was designed around a stubby stem. The bike put me...
Jul 2014 · Alan Muldoon
Read the full review of the Kona Process 153 DL enduro race bike
Balanced handling and the 'best of both worlds' spec.
Weight is maybe 1kg above ideal; chain drops too regularly
Jan 2014 · Dirt HQ
We checked out the Konda Process 153 Dl. Words by Steve Jones.
| Frame | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 153mm Travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Pike RC Solo Air 160mm QR15 Tapered Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RT Travel: 153mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM Press Fit GXP 92 |
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5 ZS No.57B |
| Stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 Riser |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Sport SE / Volt Sport SE 250 |
| Seatpost | KS Lev Integra Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Grips | ODI Ruffian MX |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
| Crank | 32t, X-Sync w/Guard |
| Shifters | SRAM GX |
| Cassette | SRAM XG1150 10-42t 11spd |
| Chain | SRAM PC1130 |
| Chain Guide | n/a |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore |
| Rims | WTB STp i29 TCS |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Sandvik Stainless 14g Black |
| Front Hub | Novatech QR15 |
| Rear Hub | Novatech 142x12mm |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 27.5x2.3", Rear: Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 27.5x2.3" |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano Deore 203mm (centerlock) |
First added 18 April
Last updated 18 April
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