CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 Trapeze 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 65mm
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Fork RockShox Paragon Gold RL
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Groupset XT Di2, FSA
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive
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Battery Bosch PowerTube 500
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Drivetrain 1 × 11 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Superlite, Gravity Casting, Efficient Comfort Geometry, Tapered Headtube, Internal Cable Routing, Full Integrated Battery, Integrated Carrier 2.0
Suspension Fork
RockShox Paragon Gold Air, 65mm, Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Di2 RD-M8050-DGS, 11-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano XT Di2 SW-M8050-R
Cassette
Shimano XT CS-M8000, 11-46T
Crank
FSA CK-745, 16T, 175mm
Pedals
CUBE PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano XT HB-M8000, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano XT FH-M8000, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE EX23, 36H, Disc
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial, Kevlar, 47-622
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT BR-M8020/BR-M8000, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Rise Trail Bar, 700mm
Grips
Natural Fit GRIP Comfort
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5E ZS-R, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm)
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Lookin Moderate, Royalgel™
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX (75Nm) Cruise (250Watt)
Battery
Bosch PowerTube 500
Remote
Bosch Kiox
Charger
Bosch 4A
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 50cm | 54cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.6 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.61 mm |
| Front Center | 644 mm | 644 mm | 656 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 621 mm | 635 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 396 mm | 403 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 588 mm | 599 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 466 mm | 466 mm | 466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1103 mm | 1103 mm | 1115 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 Trapeze is a Cube E Kathmandu model. CUBE launched 59 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID Pro 500 Trapeze 2019 has a starting price of 2653$. CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4246$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Hybrid e-bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike that is reliable is 2480$. However, you could also get a good Hybrid e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 Trapeze price was 4246$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 71.21% higher than the price of the average Hybrid e-bike.
Average weight for Hybrid e-bikes
The average weight for Hybrid e-bikes is 23.79 kg (52.45 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.
slightly heavier than average, KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 Trapeze has a weight of 23.9 kg (52.69 lbs). In conclusion, the average Hybrid e-bike weighs 0.46% less than KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 Trapeze.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Paragon Gold RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 65mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 Trapeze model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 Trapeze comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
