CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID Pro 500 2018
2018 E-bike
Weight | 24 kg
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Fork SunTour NEX -
Groupset Deore, FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerPack 500 -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Superlite, Trekking Premium Comfort, Gravity Casting, IC 1.0, Double Butted, Tapered, Disc Only
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX-E25, 63mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M6000-SGS, 10-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M6000, Rapidfire-Plus
Cassette
Shimano Deore CS-HG500, 11-42T
Crank
FSA Metropolis Urban AL-8, 15T
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
CUBE PP Trekking
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-TX505, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TX505, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE SX20, 36H, Disc
Tires
Schwalbe Range Cruiser, Active, K-Guard, 40x622
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M315, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Rise Trail Bar, 700mm
Grips
CUBE Natural Fit Comfort
Headset
FSA Orbit Z-t-R ECO, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44mm), Bottom Integrated 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Ariel
Seatpost
CUBE Suspension Seatpost, 27.2mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX (75Nm) Cruise (250Watt)
Battery
Bosch PowerPack 500
Remote
Bosch Intuvia
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 54cm | 58cm | 62cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.57 mm | 1.63 mm | 1.63 mm | 1.64 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 276 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm |
| Front Center | 632 mm | 633 mm | 650 | 666 mm |
| Rake | 35 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 626 mm | 645 mm | 664 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 385 mm | 395 mm | 404 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 578 mm | 593 mm | 608 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 465 mm | 465 mm | 465 mm | 465 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1090 mm | 1091 mm | 1108 mm | 1124 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
KATHMANDU HYBRID Pro 500 is a Cube E Kathmandu model. 59 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Cube E Kathmandu e-bikes models from 2018, here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Touring e-bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Touring e-bike that is reliable is 2429$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Touring e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Touring e-bikes average weight
The average weight for Touring e-bikes is 25.55 kg (56.33 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 24 kg (52.91 lbs), the KATHMANDU HYBRID Pro 500 model is a bit lighter than average. In short, the average Touring e-bike weight is 6.46% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID Pro 500 2018 e-bike is equipped with the SunTour NEX fork, and has mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The KATHMANDU HYBRID Pro 500 2018 e-bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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 Pro 500 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.