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2015 Kona PROCESS 134 DL(MS) vs 2015 Santa Cruz Bronson Carbon C XT

The Kona PROCESS 134 DL(MS) is a Trail bike, while the Santa Cruz Bronson Carbon C XT is a Enduro bike. The Kona PROCESS 134 DL(MS)'s frame is made from Aluminium / Alloy, while the Santa Cruz Bronson Carbon C XT's is Carbon. Both bikes have 27.5" wheels. Both bikes have forks from RockShox. The Santa Cruz Bronson Carbon C XT retails for $6,399 USD. The Kona PROCESS 134 DL(MS) comes in SM, MD, LG, XL, while the Santa Cruz Bronson Carbon C XT comes in S, M, L, XL.

  • Frameset
  • Frame Material
  • Frame
  • Fork
  • Shock
  • Motor
  • Battery
  • Wheels
  • Hubs
  • Wheels
  • Wheel Size
  • Spokes
  • Tires
  • Drivetrain
  • Chain
  • Crank
  • Bottom Bracket
  • Front Derailleur
  • Rear Derailleur
  • Shifters
  • Cassette
  • Pedals
  • Components
  • Brakeset
  • Brakeset Brand
  • Handlebar
  • Saddle
  • Seatpost
  • Stem
  • Grips
  • Headset
  • Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted 134mm Travel
  • RockShox Pike, RockShox Pike Solo Air 140mm QR15 Tapered
  • RockShox Monarch RT
  • Shimano SLX 142x12mm
  • WTB ST i23 TCS
  • 27.5"
  • Stainless 14g Black
  • "Maxxis Ardent EXO TR 27.5x2.4"
  • KMC, KMC X10
  • 24/38t
  • Shimano Press Fit 92
  • SRAM X7, SRAM X7
  • Shimano XT, Shimano XT Shadow Plus
  • Shimano SLX, Shimano SLX
  • Shimano SLX, Shimano SLX
  • Kona XC/BC Riser
  • WTB Volt Team
  • KS Super Natural Remote
  • Kona 40mm
  • Kona S-LOG
  • FSA Orbit 1.5 ZS No.57
  • 27.5" Full Carbon Frame and Swingarm
  • RockShox Pike RCT3 Solo Air with 15mm Through Axle and Tapered Steerer (FOX 36 Float RC2 Factory Kashima Option) , 150mm
  • FOX Float CTD Adjust Factory Kashima (Cane Creek Double Barrel Air CS Option)
  • DT Swiss 350 (DT 240s Option)
  • WTB Asym i23 (m60/40 ENVE Rims Option)
  • 27.5"
  • DT Competition Double Butted and Alloy Nipples
  • Maxxis High Roller II, 27.5"x2.3", Tubeless Ready, EXO Protection
  • 17.28", N/A, 22/34 Tooth, Shimano SLX HG75
  • SRAM S2200 Carbon, 2x10-Speed
  • 13.62", Included with Crankset, Standard 73mm Threaded
  • SRAM X0
  • Shimano XT M786 GS Shadow Plus
  • Shimano XT M780
  • Shimano XT M785 with Shimano RT86 ICE Tech 180mm Front /160mm Rear Rotors, Shimano
  • Santa Cruz Carbon, 760mm
  • WTB Volt Team
  • RockShox Reverb Stealth, 125mm Travel (100mm Travel on Size Small) , 30.9mm, Standard, 30.9mm, Standard
  • Race Face Turbine Basic, 35mm Clamp
  • Santa Cruz Palmdale Lock-On
  • Cane Creek 40 Series Tapered, Cartridge Bearing

Why it pays to compare

Mountain Bikes are complicated machines.

They have parts from hundreds of different manufacturers, come in all shapes and sizes (and colours) and are all suited for different purposes. Choosing the right new (or used) Mountain Bike is a complicated, confusing and highly emotional (think buying a new car- the shiny red one is the best choice right?).

Comparing mountain bikes helps bring a bit of logic and reason into the decision process. Not only will comparing mountain bikes save you money, but you'll also find the bike most suitable to you, your riding style and your budget. Plus, when you do hit the Buy Now button, you'll have the confidence you're choosing the perfect bike for you.

It's easy to get carried away by the most rad looking frame, with the coolest paint job and the most aggressive new geometry, but the components are one of the most important things to consider.

A wise Mountain biker

What to compare

Components

It's essential to know which components make up a bike. From there you can compare the differences, such as build quality, performance, features, weight and price. This takes some of the guesswork out of buying a mountain bike.

Here are the components that have the biggest impact on your ride. You should be paying particular attention to these:

  • Fork
  • Shock
  • Drivetrain (Derailleur, shifter, cranks, chain etc.)
  • Brakeset
  • Wheels
Price

Ultimately, for most of us, price is the deciding factor and you want to get the most bang for your buck. Comparing the price of mountain bikes, along with which components you're getting, helps you determine what you're actually paying for. Are you spending your hard-earned dollars on a quality bike frame, with quality components and a solid warranty? Or are you simply paying for a brand name?

Reviews

Nothing is more helpful than what real people think about a bike. It's the next best thing to riding one yourself. Reviews give you a real insight into how a bike actually rides, instead of just what the numbers seem to say about it.

Warranties

Different bike companies have different warranties. It's important to compare the length of these warranties, what they'll cover and who's covered.

How to compare

  1. Search for mountain bikes that you'd like to compare.
  2. Tap Compare. You're done. No really, you are.
  3. A huge comparison table comes up, allowing you to compare components and specs for each bike.
  4. Want to delve into a bike a bit more? Click on the bike's name to view in-depth info, reviews, prices, specifications, images and more.