CUBE AIM SL 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
687$
Weight | 14.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Lite, AMF, Internal Cable Routing, Easy Mount Kickstand Ready
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM RL Disc, 100mm, Remote Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M592, 9-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M4000, Downswing, 31.8mm Clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-M2000, Rapidfire-Plus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG400, 12-36T
Crank
Shimano FC-MT100, 40x30x22T, 175mm
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53
Pedals
CUBE PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-TX505, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TX505, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE ZX20, 32H, Disc
Tires
Schwalbe Smart Sam, Active, 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, Hydr. Disc Brake (160/160)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Rise Trail Bar, 680mm
Grips
CUBE Performance Grip
Headset
CUBE No.10 Semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
CUBE Active 1.1
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 17" | 18" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.58 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304 mm | 304 mm | 309 mm | 304 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 630 mm | 641 mm | 663 mm | 666 mm | 684 mm | 704 mm | 726 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 51 mm | 42 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 91 mm | 89 mm | 91 mm | 88 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 604 mm | 629 mm | 623 mm | 639 mm | 648 mm | 663 mm |
| Reach | 380 mm | 390 mm | 397 mm | 408 mm | 413 mm | 431 mm | 447 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 567 mm | 581 mm | 591 mm | 601 mm | 621 mm | 641 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 405 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm | 515 mm | 565 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 106 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm | 129 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 456 mm | 433 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1069 mm | 1111 mm | 1094 mm | 1132 mm | 1152 mm | 1174 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 51 mm | 51 mm | 65 mm | 51 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
AIM SL is part of the Cube Aim model. There are 58 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
CUBE AIM 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 424$. CUBE AIM SL Allroad 2019 on the other hand costs 742$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 636$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that AIM SL price is 199.53% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 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.
AIM SL weighs 14.3 kg (31.53 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 15.32% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCM fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. 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
The wheels on AIM SL are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The AIM SL has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.