Cube Reaction Hybrid Performance 625 blue´n´red

The "Reaction Hybrid Performance 625 blue’n’red" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a versatile e-mountain bike available at a price of 2449 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite aluminium with Gravity Casting and Agile Ride Geometry, ensuring an optimal balance between stability and manoeuvrability. The frame also features a tapered head tube and internal cable routing, which ensures a clean look and improved cable protection. The fully integrated battery and mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack enhance the bike’s versatility.

The bike’s total weight is 23 kg. Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 180 mm rotors at the front and rear. Gear changes are handled by a Shimano RD-M3100-SGS 9-speed derailleur, which, in combination with the Shimano SL-M3100-R Rapidfire-Plus shifter, enables precise and rapid gear selection. The SR Suntour XCM ATB Coil fork, with 100 mm of travel, provides additional comfort on uneven terrain.

The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals and an ACID E-Crank crankset with 38 teeth and a length of 175 mm. The Shimano CS-HG201 cassette offers a gear range of 11–36 teeth, which, in combination with the KMC X9 chain, ensures efficient power transfer. The handlebars – a CUBE Rise Trail Bar with a width of 720 mm – along with the CUBE Performance grips and the CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm, contribute to a comfortable and controlled riding position.

The headset consists of an ACROS AZX-1041 BlockLock 135° system, which provides additional security. The rims are CUBE EX23, 32H, Disc, Tubeless Ready, fitted with Schwalbe Smart Sam tyres (2.35) featuring K-Guard puncture protection. The hubs are Shimano HB-TX505 (front) and Shimano FH-TX505 (rear), both with quick-release skewers and CentreLock brake disc mounts.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence model, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 30.9 mm. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

The e-mountain bike is powered by a Bosch Drive Unit Performance Generation 3 motor with an output of 250 watts and a torque of 65 Nm. The Bosch PowerTube 625 battery ensures a long range, whilst the Bosch Purion display allows for easy control and monitoring of the systems.

Overall, the “Reaction Hybrid Performance 625 blue’n’red” offers a balanced combination of performance, comfort and versatility, making it ideal for a wide range of uses both off-road and on the road.