Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Nexus, FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 250W 48Nm 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, Trekking Hybrid Comfort, Double Butted
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX-E25, 63mm
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus SL-8S31, Revoshift
Crank
FSA Metropolis Urban AL-8, 18T
Chain
KMC Z610, EcoProTeQ
Pedals
CUBE PP Trekking
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-TX800, QR
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus SG-C6001-8V, 8-Speed, Nut
Rims
CUBE ZX24, 36H, V-Brake
Tires
Schwalbe Spicer, Active, 40x622
Brakes
Brakes
Magura HS11, Hydr. Caliper Brake
Cockpit
Stem
Humpert Octopus50 Ahead, Adjustable, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Comfort Shape Bar
Grips
RFR Comfort
Headset
FSA No.10, Semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
CUBE Comfort City 1.2
Seatpost
CUBE Suspension Seatpost, 27.2mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Active (48Nm) Cruise (250Watt)
Battery
Bosch PowerPack 500
Remote
Bosch Intuvia
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 50cm | 54cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.72 mm | 1.67 mm | 1.73 mm | 1.78 mm |
| Front Center | 638 mm | 646 mm | 652 mm | 646 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 42 mm | 48 mm | 32 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 82 mm | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Stack | 652 mm | 654 mm | 680 mm | 706 mm |
| Reach | 379 mm | 391 mm | 394 mm | 396 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 589 mm | 600 mm | 610 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 475 mm | 500 mm | 540 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 160 mm | 185 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 487 mm | 487 mm | 487 mm | 487 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1118 mm | 1126 mm | 1132 mm | 1126 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
TRAVEL HYBRID 500 completes the Cube E Travel model. There are 17 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Cube E Travel e-bikes models from 2017, here.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Comfort e-bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Comfort e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1957$. However, even though the average price of a Comfort e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality 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.
Average weight for Comfort e-bikes
The average weight for Comfort e-bikes is 24.38 kg (53.75 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.
TRAVEL HYBRID 500 weighs 25.2 kg (55.56 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 3.36% heavier than the average weight of Comfort e-bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The TRAVEL HYBRID 500 comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. 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 it comes to wheels, the TRAVEL HYBRID 500 e-bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Rim brakes. They are a bit expensive, and don’t deliver such a great performance. In short, search for a bike that has hydraulic brakes, as they deliver way better performance.