CUBE STING HYBRID 140 Race 500 27.5 2019
2019 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,013$
Weight | 23.9 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork SunTour AION
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerTube 500 -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Superlite, Gravity Casting, Triple Butted, Efficient Trail Control 4-Link, Agile Trail Geometry, Boost 148, Tuned Drive Position, AXH, Full Integrated Battery
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour Aion RC, Tapered, 15x110mm, 140mm
Rear Shock
SR Suntour DUAir LOR8, 190x50mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8000-DGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX SL-M7000
Cassette
Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-46T
Crank
FSA CK-745, 15T, 170mm
Chain
KMC X11e, EcoProTeQ
Pedals
CUBE PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-MT400-B, 15QR, Boost, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-MT400-B, 12mm, Boost, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE EX30, 32H, Disc, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic, Addix Performance, 2.60
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT520/BR-MT500, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
Cockpit
Stem
Newmen Evolution 318.4, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Newmen Evolution 318.20, 760mm
Grips
Natural Fit GRIP All Terrain
Headset
FSA 1.5B ZS, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm)
Seat
Saddle
Natural Fit Active WS
Seatpost
Newmen Evolution, 31.6mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX (75Nm) Cruise (250Watt)
Battery
Bosch PowerTube 500
Remote
Bosch Purion
Charger
Bosch 2A
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 690 mm | 710 mm | 732 mm | 752 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 102 mm | 101 mm | 103 mm |
| Stack | 604 mm | 604 mm | 614 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 407 mm | 427 mm | 444 mm | 457 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 597 mm | 617 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 480 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1170 mm | 1190 mm | 1212 mm | 1232 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm |
| Rear Travel | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
STING HYBRID 140 Race 500 27.5 is a Cube E Sting model. 17 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Cube E Sting e-bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
CUBE STING HYBRID 120 Race 500 2019 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 3397$. CUBE STING HYBRID 140 SL 500 KIOX 27.5 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 4352$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Trail e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail e-bike is 3365$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 3715$. Comparing this to the average Trail e-bike price, we see that the price is 10.4% higher.
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). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 23.9 kg (52.69 lbs), CUBE e-bike is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Trail e-bike weighs 0.84% less than STING HYBRID 140 Race 500 27.5.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour AION model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this e-bike is SR Suntour DUAir LOR8, with a travel distance of 140mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
As for the wheels, CUBE STING HYBRID 140 Race 500 27.5 2019, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the e-bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The STING HYBRID 140 Race 500 27.5 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.