Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC Race 625 liquidred´n´black

The "Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC Race 625 liquidred’n’black" model from Cube, released in 2023, is a high-quality e-mountain bike that stands out for its advanced technology and well-thought-out specifications. The price for this model is 4,599 EUR.

The bike’s frame is constructed using C:62® Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology with a 6061 T6 aluminium rear triangle. It features Efficient Trail Control and FSP 4-Link technologies, as well as Agile Trail Geometry, which ensure agile and controlled handling. The Boost 148 standard, the UDH™ (Universal Derailleur Hanger) and the fully integrated battery, along with the advanced internal cable routing, round off the well-thought-out frame design. The maximum rider weight is 150 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs in at 24 kg.

The bike is fitted with SRAM DB8 hydraulic disc brakes, with 203 mm rotors at the front and rear, ensuring reliable stopping power. Gear changes are handled by the Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS ShadowPlus system with 12 speeds, whilst the shift levers are Shimano Deore SL-M6100 Rapidfire-Plus.

The RockShox 35 Silver TK Air fork, with 150 mm of travel and a lockout function, and the RockShox Deluxe Select+ rear shock offer excellent suspension and damping, specifically designed for eMTBs. The crankset consists of an ACID E-Crank with a length of 165 mm and a 36T chainring for 27.5-inch wheels or a 34T chainring for 29-inch wheels. The cassette is a Shimano Deore CS-M6100 with a 10–51T range, and power is transmitted via the Shimano CN-M6100 chain.

The handlebars are Newmen Evolution SL 318.25 with a width of 760 mm, complemented by ACID React Pro grips. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is the ACROS AZF-1035 with integrated cable routing and BlockLock 120°.

The wheelsets consist of CUBE EX30 rims, which are tubeless-ready, and Schwalbe Nobby Nic PerfL tyres in size 2.6. The hubs are by CUBE and were developed in collaboration with Newmen; the front features a 15 mm Boost axle standard and the rear a 12 mm Boost axle standard, both with CentreLock.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec, mounted on a CUBE Dropper Post seatpost with handlebar lever and internal cable routing. The seatpost clamp is a CUBE Screwlock Semi-Integrated with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

Power is provided by the Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX Generation 4 motor, delivering 85 Nm of torque and 250 watts of power in Smart System mode. The battery is a Bosch PowerTube 625 with a capacity of 625 Wh, controlled via the Bosch Kiox 300 display. The charger is a Bosch 4A model.

The packaging dimensions are 260 mm wide, 830 mm high and 1620 mm long. This comprehensive specification makes the Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC Race 625 liquidred’n’black a powerful and versatile e-mountain bike for challenging trails and varied rides.