CUBE STEREO HYBRID 160 Race 500 27.5 2018
2018 E-bike
Weight | 23.3 kg
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerPack 500 -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
HPA Ultralight, Advanced Hydroform, Triple Butted, ETC 4-Link, ATG, Boost148, Tuned Drive Position, AXH
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Yari RC, Tapered, 15x110mm, 160mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS EVOL, 200x57mm, Open/Medium/Firm Mode
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8000-DGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX SL-M7000
Cassette
Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-46T
Crank
Race Face Aeffect, 165mm, 15T
Chain
KMC X11e, EcoProTeQ
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Answer Plus Atac, 15mm x 110mm / 12mm x 148mm
Rear Hub
Answer Plus Atac, 15mm x 110mm / 12mm x 148mm
Rims
Answer Plus Atac, 15x110mm / 12x148mm, 584x35C, Tubeless Ready
Spokes
32 count front and rear
Tires
Schwalbe Magic Mary 2.60, Addix Soft, Tubeless Easy, Super Gravity
Brakes
Brakes
Magura MT Trail Custom, Hydr. Disc Brake (203/180)
Brake Levers
Magura MT Trail
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride 35
Handlebar
Race Face Ride 35, 760mm
Grips
CUBE Race Grip 31, 1-Clamp
Headset
FSA Orbit Z-t, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD44mm), Bottom Integrated 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
CUBE Race EXC 145
Seatpost
CUBE Dropper Post, Handlebar Lever, Internal Cable Routing, 31.6mm (16", 18": 400x120mm; 20", 22": 458x150mm)
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX (75Nm) Cruise (250Watt)
Battery
Bosch PowerPack 500
Remote
Bosch Purion
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm |
| Front Center | 706 mm | 727 mm | 746 mm | 760 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 110 mm | 111 mm | 111 mm | 110 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 606 mm | 615 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 400 mm | 417 mm | 433 mm | 438 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 587 mm | 605 mm | 616 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.3 ° | 66.3 ° | 66.3 ° | 66.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 468 mm | 468 mm | 468 mm | 468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1174 mm | 1195 mm | 1214 mm | 1228 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Rear Travel | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
STEREO HYBRID 160 Race 500 27.5 belongs to the Cube E Stereo Hybrid 160 model. CUBE released 48 e-bikes variations of this model 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.
Average price for Enduro e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro e-bike is 4785$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
Enduro e-bikes have an average weight of 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
slightly lighter than average, STEREO HYBRID 160 Race 500 27.5 has a weight of 23.3 kg (51.37 lbs). To sum up, it’s 0.52% lighter than the average weight of Enduro e-bikes.
STEREO HYBRID 160 Race 500 27.5 components
Fork
The RockShox Yari RC is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
CUBE STEREO HYBRID 160 Race 500 27.5 e-bike has the Fox Float DPS EVOL model installed, and has a travel of 160mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The STEREO HYBRID 160 Race 500 27.5 2018 e-bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The STEREO HYBRID 160 Race 500 27.5 has 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.
Dropper post
CUBE STEREO HYBRID 160 Race 500 27.5 comes with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.