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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Frame geometry

    2017 Kona Process 153 DL has 15 mm more reach than 2016 Kona Process 153 DL in the selected sizes.

    More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.

  2. Handling

    2017 Kona Process 153 DL has a 1.0° slacker head-tube angle than 2016 Kona Process 153 DL in the selected sizes.

    Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.

  3. Gearing

    2017 Kona Process 153 DL has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2016 Kona Process 153 DL.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Selected-size geometry

Geometry overlay

Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2017 Kona Process 153 DLSize M · 30T · 10–42T · 11-speed
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.00:1Total range420%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.3 mphHighest gear22.2 mph

Rear tire: 27.5×2.3.

2016 Kona Process 153 DLSize M · 32T · 10–42T · 11-speed
Lowest0.76:1Highest3.20:1Total range420%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.6 mphHighest gear23.6 mph

Rear tire: 27.5×2.3.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2017 Kona Process 153 DL
2016 Kona Process 153 DL
Overview
Model Year
2017
2016
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Process 153 DL
Process 153 DL
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Colors
Matt Black/Yellow/Green
Matt Purple & Black w/ Gloss Silver & Lime or Red & Yellow Decals
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 153mm Travel
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 153mm travel
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Lyrik RCT3 Solo Air 160mm Tapered
RockShox Pike RCT3 Solo Air 160mm QR15 tapered
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch Plus RC3
RockShox Monarch Plus RC3
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM X1
SRAM XO1
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XO1
SRAM XO1
Crankset
SRAM X1 1200; Chainring: 30t X-Sync
SRAM X1 1200; Chainring: 32t, X-Sync w/Guard
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP PF92
SRAM Press Fit GXP 92
Cassette
SRAM XG1195 10-42t 11spd
SRAM XG1195 10-42t 11spd
Chain
SRAM PC1130
KMC X11
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: SRAM Guide RSC; Front Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 200mm; Rear Brake Rotor: SRAM Centerline 180mm; Brake Levers: SRAM Guide RSC
Brake Calipers: Shimano XT; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano XT IceTech 203mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano XT IceTech 180mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano XT
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5 ZS No.57B
FSA Orbit 1.5 ZS No.57
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC 35
Kona XC/BC 35 Riser
Stem
Kona XC/BC 35
Kona XC/BC 35
Saddle
WTB Volt Pro (Volt 250 size S)
WTB Volt Team
Seatpost
KS Lev Integra w/Southpaw Lever 31.6mm
KS Lev Integra
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Novatec 100x15mm / (R) SRAM 142x12mm
(F) Novatech QR15 / (R) Novatech 142x12mm
Rims
WTB Asym i35 TCS
WTB Asym I35
Spokes
Sandvik Stainless Black 14g
Sandvik Stainless 14g Black
Front Tire
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 3C 27.5x2.5"
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 27.5x2.3"
Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 3C 27.5x2.3"
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 27.5x2.3"
Wheel Size
27.5"
27.5"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
450 mm
435 mm
Stack
590 mm
596 mm
Head-tube angle
65.5°
66.5°
Seat-tube angle
75°
74°
Seat tube
410 mm
405 mm
Head tube
115 mm
115 mm
Chainstay / rear center
426 mm
425 mm
Wheelbase
1186 mm
1161 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
10 mm
10 mm
Bottom-bracket height
348 mm
—
Standover height
705 mm
655 mm
Fork offset / rake
42 mm
42 mm
Front center
761 mm
736 mm

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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