CUBE LITENING AERO C:68X SL 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
7,913$
Weight | 7.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset RED AXS -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Litening C:68X® Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, Aero Headtube, Full Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc
Suspension Fork
Litening C:68X® Aero, Integrated Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Red eTap AXS™, 12-Speed
Front Derailleur
SRAM Red eTap AXS™
Shift Levers
SRAM Red eTap AXS™
Cassette
SRAM Red XG-1290, 10-33T
Crank
SRAM Red Carbon, 48x35T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Road, 86mm Pressfit
Chain
SRAM Red D1
Wheels
Rims
Mavic Cosmic SLR 45 Carbon
Tires
Schwalbe Pro One, Tubeless Easy, 28-622
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Red eTap AXS™ (160/160)
Cockpit
Handlebar
ICR Aero Cockpit System, Integrated Cable Routing, Aero Spacer System, Garmin/Wahoo Mount Interface (50cm, 52cm: 400mm/90mm; 54cm, 56cm: 420mm/100mm; 58cm: 440mm/110mm; 60cm: 440mm/120mm)
Headset
ACROS, Top Integrated 1 1/8", Bottom Integrated 1 1/4"
Seat
Saddle
Natural Fit Nuance SLT Road Carbon
Seatpost
Litening C:68X® Aero, Comfort Flex
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.33 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 264 mm | 267 mm | 267 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm |
| Front Center | 582 mm | 582 mm | 584 mm | 595 mm | 604 mm | 610 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 60 mm | 60 mm | 57 mm | 53 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm |
| Stack | 506 mm | 516 mm | 534 mm | 555 mm | 572 mm | 586 mm |
| Reach | 381 mm | 381 mm | 381 mm | 390 mm | 395 mm | 397 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 529 mm | 542 mm | 557 mm | 572 mm | 584 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.2 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm | 480 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.3 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm |
| Wheelbase | 973 mm | 973 mm | 976 mm | 987 mm | 997 mm | 1003 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
LITENING AERO C:68X SL is part of the Cube Litening model. CUBE released 52 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Cube Litening bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the CUBE LITENING AERO C:68X PRO 2023 has a starting price of 4989$. CUBE LITENING AIR C:68X SLT 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8493$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Aero bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Aero bike is 4211$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Aero bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 7325$. Comparing the average cost of an Aero bike to this one, you will see that LITENING AERO C:68X SL price is 73.95% higher.
Aero bikes average weight
Aero bikes have an average weight of 7.34 kg (16.18 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.
Weighing 7.6 kg (16.76 lbs), the LITENING AERO C:68X SL model is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Aero bike weighs 3.54% less than LITENING AERO C:68X SL.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, CUBE LITENING AERO C:68X SL 2023, has a 700c carbon model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. CUBE LITENING AERO C:68X SL is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.