Process 153 DL
“The Kona Process 153 DL is an absurdly fun bike.”
—Freehub Magazine (USA)
- Frame Material: Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 153mm Travel
- Wheel Size: 27.5
- Wheels: WTB Asym i35 TCS
- Suspension Platform: Rocker
- Front/Rear Suspension: 160mm/153mm
- Shock: RockShox Monarch Plus RC3
- Fork: RockShox Lyrik RCT3 160mm
- Crankset: SRAM X1 1200
- Drivetrain: SRAM XO1/X1 1x 11spd
- Cockpit: Kona XC/BC 35 bar and stem, ODI Ruffian MX grips
- Brakes: SRAM Guide RSC w/matchmaker
- Front Tire: Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 3C 27.5x2.5"
- Rear Tire: Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 3C 27.5x2.3"
- Saddle: WTB Volt Pro (Volt 250 size S)
SPECIFICATIONS
| Frame Material | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 153mm Travel |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL |
| Rear Shock | RockShox Monarch Plus RC3 |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik RCT3 Solo Air 160mm Tapered |
| Crankarms | SRAM X1 1200 |
| Chainrings | 30t X-Sync |
| B/B | SRAM GXP PF92 |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Chain | SRAM PC1130 |
| Cassette | SRAM XG1195 10-42t 11spd |
| Chainguide | n/a |
| F/D | n/a |
| R/D | SRAM XO1 |
| Shifters | SRAM X1 |
| Brake Calipers | SRAM Guide RSC |
| Front Brake Rotor | SRAM Centerline 200mm |
| Rear Brake Rotor | SRAM Centerline 180mm |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide RSC |
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5 ZS No.57B |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Stem | Kona XC/BC 35 |
| Seatpost | KS Lev Integra w/Southpaw Lever 31.6mm |
| Seat Clamp | Kona Clamp |
| Grips | ODI Ruffian MX |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Pro (Volt 250 size S) |
| Front Hub | Novatec 100x15mm |
| Rear Hub | SRAM 142x12mm |
| Spokes | Sandvik Stainless Black 14g |
| Rims | WTB Asym i35 TCS |
| Front Tire | Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 3C 27.5x2.5" |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 3C 27.5x2.3" |
| Paint Color | Matt Black/Yellow/Green |
| Extras | n/a |
All specifications are subject to change without notice
GEOMETRY mminches
| Size | S | M | L | XL | |
| 1 | ST Length | 405 | 410 | 460 | 485 |
| 2 | TT Length | 585 | 614 | 642 | 679 |
| 3 | Reach | 425 | 450 | 475 | 510 |
| 4 | Stack | 581 | 590 | 600 | 604 |
| 5 | Standover | 700 | 705 | 705 | 705 |
| 6 | HT Angle | 65.5 | 65.5 | 65.5 | 65.5 |
| 7 | HT Length | 105 | 115 | 125 | 130 |
| 8 | ST Angle | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| 9 | CS Length | 426 | 426 | 426 | 426 |
| 10 | BB Drop | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| 11 | BB Height | 348 | 348 | 348 | 348 |
| 12 | Wheelbase | 1157 | 1186 | 1215 | 1253 |
| 13 | Front Center | 732 | 761 | 790 | 827 |
| 14 | Fork Length | 539 | 539 | 539 | 539 |
| 15 | Fork Offset | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 |
| Size | S | M | L | XL | |
| 1 | ST Length | 15.9 | 16.1 | 18.1 | 19.1 |
| 2 | TT Length | 23 | 24.2 | 25.3 | 26.7 |
| 3 | Reach | 16.7 | 17.7 | 18.7 | 20.1 |
| 4 | Stack | 22.9 | 23.2 | 23.6 | 23.8 |
| 5 | Standover | 27.6 | 27.8 | 27.8 | 27.8 |
| 6 | HT Angle | 65.5 | 65.5 | 65.5 | 65.5 |
| 7 | HT Length | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.9 | 5.1 |
| 8 | ST Angle | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| 9 | CS Length | 16.8 | 16.8 | 16.8 | 16.8 |
| 10 | BB Drop | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| 11 | BB Height | 13.7 | 13.7 | 13.7 | 13.7 |
| 12 | Wheelbase | 45.6 | 46.7 | 47.8 | 49.3 |
| 13 | Front Center | 28.8 | 30 | 31.1 | 32.6 |
| 14 | Fork Length | 21.2 | 21.2 | 21.2 | 21.2 |
| 15 | Fork Offset | 1.7 | 1.7 | 1.7 | 1.7 |
SIZING + FIT
ROAD/CX/ASPHALT
| Height/Inches | Height/Metric | Inseam/Inches | Inseam/Metric | Road | CX/Freerange | Dews/Esatto/PhD/PW3/PHF | CoCo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10" - 5'1" | 147 - 155 cm | 25” - 27” | 64 - 69 cm | 48 | 46/48 cm | Small | |
| 5'0" - 5'3" | 152 - 160 cm | 26" - 28" | 66 - 71 cm | 49 cm | 48/49/49.5 | 46/48/49 cm | Small, Medium |
| 5'2" - 5'7" | 157 - 170 cm | 27" - 29" | 69 - 74 cm | 49/52/53 cm | 49/49.5/51/53 | 48/49/52/53/54 cm | Medium, Large |
| 5'6" - 5'11" | 168 - 180 cm | 29" - 31" | 74 - 79 cm | 49/53/54/56 cm | 51/53/54/56 | 52/53/54/55/56 cm | Medium, Large |
| 5'10" - 6'3" | 178 - 190 cm | 31" - 33" | 79 - 84 cm | 53/56/58/59/61 cm | 54/56/57/59 | 54/55/56/57/58/59/61 cm | Large, XL |
| 6'2" - 6'5" | 188 - 196 cm | 33" - 36" | 84 - 91 cm | 59/61 cm | 59/61/63 | 57/58/59/61 cm | N/A |
MTB/ALL MOUNTAIN/GRAVITY
| Height/Inches | Height/Metric | Inseam/Inches | Inseam/Metric | Crosstrail | MTB/XC Trail/Fat | All Mountain/Enduro | Gravity/DH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10" - 5'1" | 147 - 155 cm | 24” - 27” | 61 - 69 cm | Small | XS/Small | XS/Small | Small |
| 5'0" - 5'3" | 152 - 160 cm | 26" - 29" | 66 - 74 cm | Small, Medium | Small, Medium | Small | Small |
| 5'2" - 5'7" | 157 - 170 cm | 27" - 30" | 69 - 76 cm | Small, Medium | Small, Medium | Small/Medium | Small/Medium |
| 5'6" - 5'10" | 168 - 178 cm | 29" - 31" | 74 - 79 cm | Small, Medium, Large | Small, Medium, Large | Small/Medium | Small/Medium |
| 5'9" - 6'0" | 175 - 183 cm | 30" - 33" | 76 - 84 cm | Medium, Large | Medium, Large | Medium/Large | Medium/Large |
| 5'11" - 6'2" | 180 - 188 cm | 32" - 35" | 81 - 89 cm | Medium, Large, XL | Medium, Large, XL | Large/XL | Medium/Large |
| 6'1" - 6'5" | 185 - 196 cm | 33" - 36" | 84 - 91 cm | Large, XL | Large, XL | Large/XL | Large |
FEATURES
KONA 6061 ALUMINUM
Kona 7005 and 6061 Aluminum alloys are used extensively throughout our fleet of mountain and asphalt bicycles. A tough, durable, light alloy, both Kona 7005 and 6061 deliver fantastic, reliable performance that lasts for thousands of rides. Much of our 7005/6061 tubing is butted and/or formed, meaning the tubing’s wall thickness can be increased or decreased, as well as shaped, so we can fine-tune a particular frame’s strength and ride characteristics depending on its intended application.
Models: Supreme Operator, Operator DL, Operator, Stinky 26, Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Precept 120, Precept 130, Precept 150, Honzo AL DL, Honzo AL, Big Honzo DL, Big Honzo, Kahuna, Big Kahuna, Lana’i, Fire Mountain, Shred, Lava Dome, Mahuna, Wozo, Wo, Mohala, Tika, Coco, Stinky 24, Shred 24, Shred 20, Hula, Makena, Splice, Splice Deluxe, Big Rove AL, Rove AL, Dr Dew, Dew Deluxe, Dew Plus, Dewey, Dew, Ute
INTERNAL HEADSET
Bearing cups are actually pressed into the frame and are easily removable. An internal headset also reduces stack height, so the height of the stem and bars are more adjustable, giving the rider the best fit possible.
Models: Supreme Operator, Operator DL, Operator, Stinky 26, Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Precept 120, Precept 130, Precept 150, Honzo AL DL, Honzo AL, Big Honzo DL, Big Honzo, Hei Hei Race Supreme, Hei Hei Race DL, Hei Hei Race, Hei Hei Supreme, Hei Hei DL, Hei Hei, Hei Hei Trail Supreme, Hei Hei Trail DL, Hei Hei Trail, Kahuna DDL, Kahuna DL, Kahuna, Big Kahuna, Lana’i, Fire Mountain, Blast, Cinder Cone, Explosif, Shred, Unit, Lava Dome, Mahuna, Wozo, Wo, Mohala, Tika, Coco, Stinky 24, Shred 24, Shred 20, Splice, Splice Deluxe, Jake, Jake the Snake, Jake the Snake CR, Private Jake, Esatto DDL, Esatto Disc, Esatto, Esatto Fast, Zone LTD, Big Rove AL, Dr Dew, Dew Deluxe, Dew Plus, Dewey, Ute, Honzo Ti Frame
TAPERED HEAD TUBE
More girth at the bottom of the head tube better distributes shock force, prolonging the bearing life of the headset itself and eliminating brake shudder, while providing confident steering performance. The inherent strength of its triangular design also means a stronger steering position and improved balance, giving the rider more control in rough terrain. A zero-stack, tapered head tube also puts strength where the load is going—into the lower headset cup—maximizing bearing durability where it’s needed.
Models: Supreme Operator, Operator DL, Operator, Stinky 26, Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Precept 120, Precept 130, Precept 150, Honzo CR Trail DL, Honzo CR Trail, Honzo CR Race, Honzo AL DL, Honzo AL, Big Honzo DL, Big Honzo, Hei Hei Race Supreme, Hei Hei Race DL, Hei Hei Race, Hei Hei Supreme, Hei Hei DL, Hei Hei, Hei Hei Trail Supreme, Hei Hei Trail DL, Hei Hei Trail, Kahuna DDL, Kahuna DL, Kahuna, Big Kahuna, Lana’i, Fire Mountain, Blast, Cinder Cone, Explosif, Shred, Mahuna, Wozo, Wo, Mohala, Tika, Stinky 24, Jake the Snake, Jake the Snake CR, Private Jake, Esatto DDL, Esatto Disc, Esatto, Esatto Fast, Roadhouse, Wheelhouse, Zing CR, Zing AL, Zone LTD, PhD, Raijin Ti Frame, Explosif Ti Frame,
TUBELESS COMPATIBLE RIMS
Tubeless rims allow for tires with more puncture resistance; the ability to run lower tire pressure, which provides better tire grip on the trail; lower rolling resistance; and weight savings over traditional tube and tire systems.
Models: Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Honzo CR Trail DL, Honzo CR Trail, Honzo CR Race, Honzo AL DL, Big Honzo DL, Hei Hei Race Supreme, Hei Hei Race DL, Hei Hei Race, Hei Hei Supreme, Hei Hei DL, Hei Hei, Hei Hei Trail Supreme, Hei Hei Trail DL, Hei Hei Trail, Kahuna DDL, Explosif, Unit, Jake the Snake, Jake the Snake CR, Private Jake, Esatto DDL, Tonk, Zone LTD, Sutra LTD
12x142mm AXLE
12x142mm, 12x148 and 12x157 rear axle standards provide two major advantages to the Kona rider: the 12mm diameter of the rear axle provides the rear hub and frame with a stiff interface, while the 142/148/157mm outer diameter of the hub allows the wheel to be quickly and properly positioned in the frame before the rear axle is inserted. For 2017, you’ll see the 12x148 Boost standard in the mix. Boost spacing provides more tire clearance at the chainstay yoke, while the rear wheel is stiffer and more durable relative to a 12x142 thru-axle.
Models: Supreme Operator, Operator DL, Operator, Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Honzo CR Trail DL, Honzo CR Trail, Honzo CR Race, Honzo AL DL, Honzo AL, Big Honzo DL, Big Honzo, Private Jake, Esatto DDL, Esatto Disc, Esatto Fast, Roadhouse, Wheelhouse, Zone LTD, PhD, Honzo Ti frame, Esatto Ti Disc Frame
ROCKER INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION
With the Rocker Independent Suspension, we set out to design a platform that was as compact and low-slung on the frame as possible for maximum standover, stiffness and maneuverability. Exclusively found on our Process line of bikes, we built an efficient pedaling platform with a consistent leverage rate curve that perfectly matches modern air shocks and provides a predictable feel throughout the travel. All this translates into a capable climber that is insanely confident with plush downhill performance
Models: Process 111, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL
27.5" WHEELS
The benefits of the 27.5-inch wheel are simple: they roll over obstacles and track better than 26-inch wheels, but are more maneuverable and nimble than 29-inch ones.
Models: Supreme Operator, Operator DL, Operator, Process 134, Process 134 DL, Process 153, Process 153 DL, Precept 120, Precept 130, Precept 150, Hei Hei Trail, Hei Hei Trail DL, Hei Hei Trail Supreme, Lana’i, Fire Mountain, Blast, Cinder Cone, Explosif, Explosif Ti Frame, Shred, Mohala, Tika
Plus Models: Big Kahuna, Big Honzo DL, Big Honzo, Unit
LIFETIME WARRANTY
Register a new 2017 Kona bike within three months of purchase, and the original owner qualifies the Kona frame for a free Lifetime Warranty. Note: this does not apply to Kona Carbon models.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON COMPLETE BICYCLE
Kona warrants to the original owner that this new Kona bicycle shall be free of defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase in the United States or Canada and operated under normal conditions and use. During this one-year period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, all parts that are found by Kona to be defective and subject to this limited warranty. The original owner shall pay all labor charges connected with the repair or replacement of all parts.
LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY ON BICYCLE FRAME
When warranty on non-carbon Kona bikes and frames is NOT registered within three months of purchase, Kona warrants to the original owner that the frame of this new Kona bicycle purchased from an authorized Kona dealer shall be free of defective materials or workmanship for a three-year period. IF THE WARRANTY IS REGISTERED WITH KONA WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF THE BICYCLE, THE WARRANTY IS EXTENDED FOR THE LIFETIME OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER, with the exception of carbon bikes and frames. During warranty period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, the bicycle frame if Kona determines the frame is defective and subject to this limited warranty. The original owner shall pay all labor and shipping charges connected with the repair or replacement of the bicycle frame. Please see the Kona owner’s manual, provided with your bicycle, for additional information.
Note: this Limited Lifetime Warranty applies to purchases from Kona U.S.A., Kona Canada and Kona Europe.
