CUBE TOURING HYBRID Exc 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 63mm
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Fork SunTour NCX
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Groupset XT, FSA
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bosch 250W 50Nm mid-drive
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Battery Bosch PowerPack 500
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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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, Integrated Carrier 2.0
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NCX D LO Air, 63mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8000-DGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M8000-I, Direct Attach
Cassette
Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-46T
Crank
FSA CK-602, 38T, 175mm
Chain
KMC X11
Pedals
CUBE PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano XT HB-M8000, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano XT FH-M8000, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE ZX20, 36H, Disc
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon GT Tour, Performance, Dualguard, 47-622
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore BR-M6000, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm; EE: Satori Up2 Plus, 31.8mm, Adjustable
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 Ariel
Seatpost
CUBE Suspension Seatpost, 27.2mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Active Plus (50Nm) Cruise (250Watt)
Battery
Bosch PowerPack 500
Remote
Bosch Intuvia
Charger
Bosch 2A
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 | 476 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1113 mm | 1113 mm | 1125 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
TOURING HYBRID Exc 500 Trapeze belongs to the Cube E Touring model. CUBE launched 81 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
CUBE TOURING HYBRID ONE 400 Trapeze 2019 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 1910$. On the other hand, CUBE TOURING HYBRID SL 500 KIOX Trapeze 2019, is the most expensive and costs 3821$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Hybrid e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Hybrid e-bike you should know that the average price is 2480$. However, you could also get a good Hybrid e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2866$. Comparing the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike to this one, you will see that TOURING HYBRID Exc 500 Trapeze price is 15.56% more expensive.
Hybrid e-bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Hybrid e-bike, we get 23.79 kg (52.45 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
TOURING HYBRID Exc 500 Trapeze weighs 22.9 kg (50.49 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 3.89% lighter than the average weight of Hybrid e-bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
This e-bike has the SunTour NCX fork installed. The fork’s travel is 63mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. 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 TOURING HYBRID Exc 500 Trapeze model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The TOURING HYBRID Exc 500 Trapeze has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
