CUBE ACCESS HYBRID EX 500 29 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 120mm
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Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset SX Eagle
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive
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Battery PowerTube 500
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
HPA, High Performance Aluminium
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM34 Coil, 120mm, Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle™, 11-50T, 1x12
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle™ Trigger, Single Click
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle™, 11-50T
Crank
ACID E-Crank, 38T
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle™
Pedals
CUBE PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-MT400-B, 15mm, Boost, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-MT400-B, 12mm, Boost, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE EX30, 32H, Disc, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Smart Sam, Active, 2.60
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT420/MT400
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Rise Trail Bar, 700mm
Grips
Natural Fit All Terrain
Headset
FSA Orbit Z 1.5B ZS, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm)
Seat
Saddle
Natural Fit Sequence WS
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX GEN4 (75Nm)
Battery
PowerTube 500
Remote
Purion
Charger
2A
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.57 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 694 mm | 694 mm | 714 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 101 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Stack | 620 mm | 627 mm | 631 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 397 mm | 416 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 577 mm | 597 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 375 mm | 405 mm | 450 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1138 mm | 1138 mm | 1158 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 742 mm | 767 mm | 792 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
ACCESS HYBRID EX 500 29 completes the Cube E Access model. CUBE released 57 e-bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
CUBE ACCESS HYBRID ONE 500 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2276$. CUBE ACCESS HYBRID SLT 625 29 2020 on the other hand costs 3932$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Trail e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail e-bike is 3365$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When CUBE released this model in 2020, its price was 2690$. If we compare this with the average Trail e-bike cost we notice that the price is 25.09% lower.
Trail e-bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail e-bike is 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
slightly lighter than average, ACCESS HYBRID EX 500 29 has a weight of 23.5 kg (51.81 lbs). In other words, this model is 0.85% lighter than the average Trail e-bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The ACCESS HYBRID EX 500 29 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCM fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on ACCESS HYBRID EX 500 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. CUBE ACCESS HYBRID EX 500 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
