CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 2018
2018 E-bike
Weight | 22.8 kg
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Fork RockShox Paragon Gold RL -
Groupset XT Di2, FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerPack 500 -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 Electronic -
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
RockShox Paragon Gold Air, 65mm, Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Di2 RD-M8050-GS, 11-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano XT Di2 SW-M8050-R
Cassette
Shimano XT CS-M8000, 11-46T
Crank
FSA CK-745, 16T
Chain
KMC X11
Pedals
Humpert EP1
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano XT HB-M8000, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano XT FH-M8000, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE SX20, 36H, Disc
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial, Performance, Double Defense, 42-622
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT BR-M8000, 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, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44mm), Bottom Integrated 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Lookin Moderate, Royalgel™
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 |
About this model
KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 is part of the Cube E Kathmandu model. 59 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Touring e-bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Touring e-bike that is reliable is 2429$. However, even though the average price of a Touring 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.
Touring e-bikes average weight
Touring e-bikes have an average weight of 25.55 kg (56.33 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.
CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 it’s weighing 22.8 kg (50.27 lbs). At this weight, is considerably lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Touring e-bike weighs 12.06% more than KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500.
KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 components
Fork
CUBE KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 2018 e-bike is equipped with the RockShox Paragon Gold RL fork, and has mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The wheels on KATHMANDU HYBRID SL 500 are the 700c aluminum type. 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 SL 500 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.