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 XCT
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Groupset Tourney, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
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 XCT, 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX800, 8-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus FD-M313-M6, Downswing, 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF51, Rapidfire-Plus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200, 12-32
Crank
Shimano Tourney FC-TX801, 42x32x22T, 170mm
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
CUBE PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
CUBE Hub
Rear Hub
CUBE Hub
Rims
CUBE SX, Disc
Tires
Schwalbe Smart Sam Active, 2.1"
Brakes
Brakes
Promax V- Brake
Cockpit
Stem
LEVEL NINE, 31.8mm
Handlebar
LEVEL NINE Riser Bar, 660mm
Grips
CUBE Natural Fit Tour
Headset
CUBE No.10 Semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
CUBE WLS Active 1.1
Seatpost
LEVEL NINE, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 16" | 17" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" |
About this model
access wls belongs to the Cube Access model. There are 94 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2016 of this model, by clicking this link.
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 Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
access wls weighs 13.2 kg (29.1 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 6.45% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
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.
access wls components
Fork
The access wls comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCT fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the access wls model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. CUBE access wls is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.