CUBE ELITE HYBRID C:62 Race 500 29 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork RockShox Judy
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Groupset XT, FSA
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive
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Battery Bosch PowerTube 500
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, Boost 148, AXH, Full Integrated Battery
Suspension Fork
RockShox Judy Gold Air, Tapered, 15x110mm, 100mm, eMTB Approved, Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8000-DGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M8000-I, Direct Attach
Cassette
Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-46T
Crank
FSA CK-745, 15T, 175mm
Chain
KMC X11e, EcoProTeQ
Pedals
CUBE PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-MT400-B, 15QR, Boost, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-MT400-B, 12mm, Boost, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE EX30, 32H, Disc, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic, Addix Speedgrip, Kevlar, Tubeless Easy, 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT520/BR-MT500, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
Cockpit
Stem
Newmen Evolution 318.4, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Newmen Evolution 318.10, 720mm
Grips
CUBE Race Grip 31mm, 1-Clamp
Headset
FSA Orbit I-t, Integrated, Top 1 1/8", Bottom 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Natural Fit Active Race
Seatpost
Newmen Evolution, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX (75Nm) Cruise (250Watt)
Battery
Bosch PowerTube 500
Remote
Bosch Purion
Charger
Bosch 2A
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 675 mm | 697 mm | 716 mm | 737 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 621 mm | 630 mm | 640 mm | 654 mm |
| Reach | 407 mm | 426 mm | 442 mm | 458 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 591 mm | 612 mm | 631 mm | 651 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 470 mm | 515 mm | 565 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1145 mm | 1167 mm | 1187 mm | 1208 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
ELITE HYBRID C:62 Race 500 29 belongs to the Cube E Elite model. CUBE released 19 e-bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Cube E Elite e-bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
CUBE ELITE HYBRID C:62 Race 500 29 2019 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 3715$. CUBE ELITE HYBRID C:62 SLT 500 29 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 6370$.
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 e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry e-bike is 2453$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3715$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry e-bike cost we notice that the price is 51.45% higher.
Average weight for Crosscountry e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry e-bike, we get 23.21 kg (51.17 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.
ELITE HYBRID C:62 Race 500 29 weighs 20.3 kg (44.75 lbs) and is considerably lighter than the average. In short, the average Crosscountry e-bike weight is 14.33% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The ELITE HYBRID C:62 Race 500 29 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the ELITE HYBRID C:62 Race 500 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
