Kona Process X CR 2022 Bike

For the rider looking to go big on terrain but not break the bank, the Process X CR is a perfect choice. A carbon frame is laced with a durable, but practical build to ensure your money goes where it matters. The 170mm of ultra-squishy travel makes quick work of those features you've been eyeing up. And don't be fooled by the numbers, this bike may go big on the descents, but it is built to ensure you make it to the top with plenty of gas left in the tank.

Features

Kona Carbon

Designed to be lightweight and built to demanding standards. Carbon fiber has long been praised for its weight and strength, but rather than chase grams, we place our efforts on the performance that is possible when the right high-modulus fibers are in the right places. Our designers work very closely with our manufacturer to ensure there is no compromise to the desired ride characteristics, durability and - finally - weight stipulations that we expect from our bikes.

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.

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.

Tubeless Compatible Rims

Tubeless rims allow for tyres 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.

12 x 148mm Axle

12 x 142mm, 12 x 148 and 12 x 157 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 12 x 148 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 12 x 142 thru-axle.

Beamer Independent Suspension

Built to be off-the-top progressive, Beamer Independent Suspension helps the bike to stay higher in the travel and recover from hits more quickly. The Operators are instilled with what our product managers like to call "pure shock movement," whereby the shock is protected from side load. Designed to be highly tuneable and extremely durable, the Beamer IS is our version of greased lightning.

Specifications

Frame and Forks

• Frame: Kona Carbon 162mm Travel
• Forks: Fox 38 Performance Grip Damper 170mm
• Headset: FSA Orbit 1.5 EP ZS
• Rear Shock: Fox DPX2 Performance Elite Trunnion

Drivetrain

• Crankset: Shimano SLX
• Chainrings: 32 Tooth
• Bottom Bracket: Shimano PF92
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano SLX 12 Speed
• Freewheel: Shimano SLX 10-51 Tooth 12 Speed
• Chain: Shimano Deore 12 Speed

Braking / Shifting

• Shifters: Shimano XT 12 Speed
• Brakes: Shimano Deore
• Front Rotor: Shimano RT66 203mm
• Rear Rotor: Shimano RT66 203mm
• Brake Levers: Shimano Deore

Wheels

• Rims: WTB KOM Trail I30 TCS
• Front Hub: DT Swiss 370 110 x 15mm
• Rear Hub: DT Swiss 370 148 x 12mm
• Spokes: Stainless Black 14 Gauge
• Front Tyre: Maxxis Assegai EXO+ TR 3C 29 x 2.5" WT
• Rear Tyre: Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO+ TR 3C 29 x 2.4" WT (27.5 x 2.4" WT Size Small)

Finishing Kit

• Handlebars: Kona XC / BC 35
• Grips: Kona Key Grip
• Stem: Kona XC / BC 35
• Seatpost: TranzX Dropper +RAD Internal with Shimano Lever 31.6mm
• Seat Clamp: Kona Clamp
• Saddle: WTB Volt