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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2026 Kona Process 153 has 20 mm more reach than 2016 Kona Process 153 in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Frame geometry
2026 Kona Process 153 has 24 mm more stack than 2016 Kona Process 153 in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2026 Kona Process 153 has a 2.0° slacker head-tube angle than 2016 Kona Process 153 in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Gearing
2026 Kona Process 153 has a 21% lower climbing ratio than 2016 Kona Process 153.
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.
Lowest0.76:1Highest3.20:1Total range420%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 27.5×2.3.
Lowest0.60:1Highest2.73:1Total range455%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 29×2.4.
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2016 Kona Process 153
2026 Kona Process 153
Overview
Model Year
2016
2026
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Process 153
Process 153
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
Not documented
$3,099.00
Colors
Matt Black w/ Gloss Green & Cyan Decals
Matte Carbon w/ Gloss Black & Spot Gloss 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 Pike RC Solo Air 160mm QR15 tapered
RockShox Psylo Silver RC 160mm 29"
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT
Rockshox Deluxe Select+ 205x57.5mm
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM GX
Shimano CUES 6000
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX
Shimano CUES 6000
Crankset
SRAM GX 1000; Chainring: 32t, X-Sync w/Guard
Shimano CUES 6000 165mm 30t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Press Fit GXP 92
Shimano MT500 PF92
Cassette
SRAM XG1150 10-42t 11spd
Shimano CUES 4000 11-50t 11spd
Chain
SRAM PC1130
KMC XGlide EPT
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Calipers: Shimano Deore; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano Deore 203mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano Deore 180mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Deore
Brake Calipers: Shimano Deore MT401; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT64 203mm Centerlock; Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT64 180mm Centerlock; Brake Levers: Shimano Deore MT420
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5 ZS No.57B
FSA Orbit No.57B ZS44/ZS56
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC 35 Riser
Kona 35mm / Back 8º / Up 6º / Rise 18mm / Width S 760mm / M 780mm / L-XL 800mm
Stem
Kona XC/BC 35
Kona 35mm / Rise 0º / Length 40mm
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport SE
Kona MTB
Seatpost
KS Lev Integra
TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal 31.6mm / S 150mm / M 170mm / L 200mm / XL 230mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Novatech QR15 / (R) Novatech 142x12mm
(F) Shimano 15x110mm / (R) Shimano 12x148mm
Rims
WTB STp i29 TCS
WTB ST i30
Spokes
Sandvik Stainless 14g Black
Stainless 2.0mm Black
Front Tire
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 27.5x2.3"
Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5" WT EXO Dual Compound
Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO 27.5x2.3"
Maxxis DHR II 29x2.4" WT EXO Dual Compound (27.5x2.4" size S)
Wheel Size
27.5"
29"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
435 mm
455 mm
Stack
596 mm
620 mm
Head-tube angle
66.5°
64.5°
Seat-tube angle
74°
76.9°
Seat tube
405 mm
380 mm
Head tube
115 mm
100 mm
Chainstay / rear center
425 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1161 mm
1215 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
10 mm
30 mm
Bottom-bracket height
—
345 mm
Standover height
655 mm
700 mm
Fork offset / rake
42 mm
44 mm
Front center
736 mm
781 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.