Cube Touring Hybrid ONE 500 grey´n´black

The “Touring Hybrid ONE 500 grey’n’black” model from Cube, released in 2021, is a versatile e-bike that stands out for its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. The price for this model is 2249 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite aluminium and is manufactured using Gravity Casting Technology, resulting in a robust yet lightweight structure. The Efficient Comfort Geometry ensures a comfortable riding position, whilst the tapered headtube and fully integrated battery give the bike a sleek and modern look. The semi-integrated luggage rack completes the design and offers additional functionality.

Weighing 24 kg, the Touring Hybrid ONE 500 is relatively light for an e-bike. The Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes, with 180 mm brake discs at the front and rear, ensure reliable braking performance in all weather conditions. The gear system consists of a Shimano RD-M3100-SGS 9-speed rear derailleur and a Shimano SL-M3100-R Rapidfire-Plus shifter, which enable precise and fast gear changes. The SR Suntour XCM ATB Coil suspension fork, with 100 mm of travel, offers additional comfort on uneven terrain.

For lighting, the bike is fitted with a CUBE Shiny 50 Lux front light and a CUBE Edge IC 2.0 rear light, both powered by 12V DC. The pedals are ACID PP trekking models, which ensure a secure grip. Power is transmitted via a KMC X9 chain drive, supported by an ACID E-Crank crankset with a 38T chainring and a Shimano CS-HG201 cassette with 11–36T sprockets.

The handlebars are a 700 mm wide CUBE Comfort Trail Bar, combined with CUBE Performance grips and a CUBE Performance Stem Pro stem. The headset varies depending on frame size between the ACROS AZF-1039 and ACROS AZX-1041, both of which offer stable steering. The rims are CUBE EX23, tubeless-ready and fitted with Schwalbe Big Ben Performance tyres (55-622), which ensure good grip and comfort. The hubs are from Shimano: the HB-TX505 at the front and the FH-TX505 at the rear, both featuring QR and Centre Lock.

The Natural Fit Sequence Comfort saddle and the CUBE Performance seatpost (30.9 mm) ensure a comfortable riding position. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose (34.9 mm). ACID 65 mudguards protect against splashes and dirt, whilst the CUBEstand Cmpt kickstand ensures the bike stands securely. The semi-integrated luggage rack is compatible with the ACID RILink adapter.

The motor is a Bosch Drive Unit Active Plus Generation 3 with 50 Nm of torque and 250 watts of power, supported by a Bosch PowerTube 500 battery. The Bosch Purion display provides all the necessary information at a glance and is easy to use.

Overall, the 2021 Cube Touring Hybrid ONE 500 grey’n’black offers a well-thought-out combination of comfort, performance and functionality, ideal for touring and everyday use.