CUBE TOWN HYBRID SL 500 2019
2019 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,440$
Weight | 25.4 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork RockShox Paragon Gold RL
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Groupset Shimano, FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 250W 50Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerPack 500 -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Superlite, Comfort Ride Geometry, Premium Comfort And Safety, Integrated Carrier 2.0, Double Butted
Suspension Fork
RockShox Paragon Gold Air, 50mm, Lockout
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano SW-E6010-R, Di2
Cassette
Shimano Nexus, 18T
Crank
FSA Metropolis Comfort, 38T, 165mm
Chain
KMC Z610, EcoProTeQ
Pedals
CUBE PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Deore HB-T610, QR
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus SG-C6061-8V Premium, Di2, 8-Speed, Nut
Rims
CUBE ZX27, 36H, V-Brake
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon GT Tour, Performance, Dualguard, 47-622
Brakes
Brakes
Magura HS11, Hydr. Caliper Brake
Cockpit
Stem
Satori Up2 Plus, 31.8mm, Adjustable
Handlebar
CUBE Comfort Shape Bar
Grips
Natural Fit GRIP Comfort
Headset
FSA No.10, Semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Lookin Classic, Royalgel™
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 4A
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 42cm | 46cm | 50cm | 54cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.67 mm | 1.66 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.65 mm | 1.67 mm |
| Front Center | 641 mm | 642 mm | 654 mm | 666 mm | 678 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 82 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 635 mm | 644 mm | 654 mm | 668 mm | 686 mm |
| Reach | 380 mm | 389 mm | 398 mm | 405 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 584 mm | 596 mm | 608 mm | 620 mm | 632 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 465 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 165 mm | 175 mm | 190 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 543 mm | 543 mm | 543 mm | 543 mm | 543 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1176 mm | 1177 mm | 1189 mm | 1201 mm | 1213 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
TOWN HYBRID SL 500 completes the Cube E Town model. CUBE launched 72 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 TOWN HYBRID ONE 400 2019 has a starting price of 1910$. CUBE TOWN HYBRID SL 500 Trapeze 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 3184$.
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.
Comfort e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Comfort e-bike is 1957$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, CUBE TOWN HYBRID SL 500 price was 3184$. Comparing this to the average Comfort e-bike price, we see that the price is 62.7% more expensive.
Average weight for Comfort e-bikes
Comfort e-bikes have an average weight of 24.38 kg (53.75 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
slightly heavier than average, TOWN HYBRID SL 500 has a weight of 25.4 kg (56 lbs). To sum up, it’s 4.18% heavier than the average weight of Comfort e-bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Paragon Gold RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 50mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The wheels on TOWN HYBRID SL 500 are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The TOWN HYBRID SL 500 comes with Hydraulic Rim brakes. These brakes are pretty rare, and you will find them on very few bike models. In short, search for a bike that has hydraulic brakes, as they deliver way better performance.