CUBE REACTION HYBRID PERFORMANCE, 500 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork Suntour NVX
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Groupset Alivio
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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 × 9
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Superlite, Gravity Casting, Agile Ride Geometry, 1.5 Headtube, Fully Integrated Battery, Internal Cable Routing, Kickstand/Fender/Carrier Mounting Parts
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NVX30 Coil, 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M3100-SGS, 9-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-M3100-R, Rapidfire-Plus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG201, 11-36T
Crank
ACID E-Crank, 38T, 175mm
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
ACID PP MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-TX505, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TX505, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE EX23, 32H, Disc
Tires
Schwalbe Smart Sam, Active, 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200/UR300, Hydr. Disc Brake, PM/FM (180/180)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Rise Trail Bar Pro, 740mm
Grips
ACID React Pro
Headset
ACROS AZF-1031, 1 1/8" straight, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (ZS 56mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (ZS 56mm)
Seat
Saddle
Natural Fit Sequence
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Performance Generation 3 (75Nm) Cruise (250Watt), Smart System
Battery
Bosch PowerTube 500
Remote
Bosch LED Remote
Charger
Bosch 4A
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm |
| Front Center | 654 mm | 663 mm | 687 mm | 708 mm | 729 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 42 mm | 47 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 103 mm | 95 mm | 97 mm | 98 mm | 98 mm |
| Stack | 594 mm | 599 mm | 625 mm | 634 mm | 653 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 386 mm | 398 mm | 416 mm | 430 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 546 mm | 566 mm | 586 mm | 606 mm | 626 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 370 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 515 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 457 mm | 457 mm | 479 mm | 479 mm | 479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1107 mm | 1116 mm | 1161 mm | 1182 mm | 1203 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 46 mm | 46 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
REACTION HYBRID PERFORMANCE, 500 belongs to the Cube E Reaction model. 139 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Cube E Reaction e-bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
CUBE REACTION HYBRID PERFORMANCE, 500 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2706$. CUBE REACTION HYBRID, ABS 750 2023 on the other hand costs 4883$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Crosscountry e-bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2453$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, CUBE REACTION HYBRID PERFORMANCE, 500 price was 2706$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 10.31% more expensive than the price of the average Crosscountry e-bike.
Crosscountry e-bikes average weight
The average weight for Crosscountry e-bikes is 23.21 kg (51.17 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 23.2 kg (51.15 lbs), CUBE e-bike is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 0.04% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry e-bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
REACTION HYBRID PERFORMANCE, 500 components
Fork
The Suntour NVX is included from the factory. It has a travel distance 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 size
The wheels on REACTION HYBRID PERFORMANCE, 500 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. CUBE REACTION HYBRID PERFORMANCE, 500 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
REACTION HYBRID PERFORMANCE, 500 comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
