Cube Reaction Hybrid Performance 625 shinyapple´n´black

The "Reaction Hybrid Performance 625 shinyapple´n´black" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a high-quality e-mountain bike available for 2649 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite aluminium and utilises Gravity Casting technology. With Agile Ride Geometry, a tapered head tube and internal cable routing, the bike boasts a modern and clean look. The frame fully integrates the battery and is fitted with mounts for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200) with 180 mm rotors at the front and rear. The drivetrain is a 9-speed Shimano system (RD-M3100-SGS), operated via the Rapidfire-Plus shifter (SL-M3100-R). The SR Suntour NVX30 coil fork, with 100 mm of travel, ensures a comfortable ride over uneven terrain.

The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals, an ACID E-Crank crankset (175 mm, 38T) and a Shimano CS-HG201 cassette (11-36T). The drivetrain is complemented by a KMC X9 chain. The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars, 720 mm wide, whilst the grips are CUBE Race Grip 31 mm with a 1-Clamp mount. The stem is the CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The headset varies depending on the wheel size: for 27.5-inch wheels it is the ACROS AZX-1041 BlockLock 135°, and for 29-inch wheels it is the ACROS AZF-1039. Both versions feature a zero-stack design (ZS 44 mm top, ZS 56 mm bottom). The rims are Rodi Blackrock 23, 32H, disc, tubeless-ready, and the tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam, Active, 2.35. The front and rear hubs are by Shimano (HB-TX505 front, FH-TX505 rear) with quick-release skewers and CentreLock brake disc mounts.

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

The e-bike is powered by a Bosch Drive Unit Performance Generation 3 motor with 65 Nm of torque and an output of 250 watts. The battery is a Bosch PowerTube 625, which supplies the bike with power. The display is a Bosch Purion model, which clearly shows all the important information. The battery is charged using a Bosch 2A charger.

Overall, the Reaction Hybrid Performance 625 shinyapple’n’black offers a balanced combination of performance, comfort and style, ideal for challenging mountain bike tours and everyday use.