Cube Stereo Hybrid 120 HPC SL 500 FS Electric MTB 2019, Blue – 11 Speed
No climb is too steep, no descent too tricky for Cube Stereo Hybrid 120 HPC SL 500 Electric MTB. The Fox 34 Rhythm fork, paired with a Float DPS EVOL shock, makes short work of rocks, roots and trail debris. An 11-speed Shimano SLX and XT gear setup works in harmony with Bosch's powerful CX drive unit to put you in complete control, while strong hydraulic disc brakes ensure you can keep your speed in check at all times. With Newmen finishing kit and big volume, grippy Schwalbe Nobby Nic tyres, we've ensured that you've everything you need to explore further afield, more often.
The Stereo Hybrid 120 HPC SL's beauty is more than skin deep. The one-piece carbon down tube that houses the Bosch battery and drive unit is undeniably elegant, protecting the entire Bosch system from the elements and prying eyes. But it's also the stiff, exceptionally strong backbone that enabled our engineers to build such amazing handling and comfort into the frame. Combined with the 12x148mm Boost rear axle and tapered head tube, it delivers incredibly precise steering and efficient power transfer. A longer head tube and higher bottom bracket increase both comfort and ground clearance, wihch translates into longer, more adventurous rides. Our Efficient Trail Control suspension and Agile Trail Geometry work in tandem to deliver exceptional comfort and intuitive handling, whilst stealth dropper post-ready cable routing and maintenance-reducing internal gear cables are the kind of neat touches you'd expect from CUBE. We sweated the details, so you can just concentrate on the ride.
Tapered Steerer
This steerer tube design is stiffer than a conventional straight steerer and yields a more secure ride feel even in difficult terrain. Minimal flex at the front of the frame means the greatest possible steering precision. With the larger steerer, the forks become more rigid. At the same time weight is saved due to the absence of bearing shells as the lower bearing is fully integrated into the head tube. On all of our CUBE carbon models the upper bearing shells are also directly in the frame, so that once more a few grams are saved and the energy transfer is very direct.
Wet Paint Surface
On polished, brushed aluminium and all HPC frames, the logos and graphics are applied in multi-layer wet paint. We use this surface treatment technology mainly to save weight.
Adaptable X12 Hanger
We optimized our new dropout design based on the Syntace X12 through-axle system, enlarging the area of the frame where the hanger is mounted. We can now fit the longer Direct Mount hangers. Shifting precision and stiffness is therefore improved. With the new design it's also possible to swap the whole contact area of the axle with the hanger should the system be worn out.
FOX Customized Setup
Sophisticated suspension kinematics are only able to work correctly if the associated shock is properly tuned. We researched and found a specific shock setup in cooperation with Fox Racing Shox, using extensive testing for almost every CUBE full-suspension model.
Integrated Cable Routing
Internally routed cables offer many advantages. Cables are protected from dirt for longer life, weight is saved thanks to the absence of external housing and the bike has a clean, sleek appearance.
Agile Trail Geometry
The Agile Trail Geometry carries over the Agile Ride Geometry’s benefits but with more focus on aggressive trail use. This can be achieved through a more compact frame construction with an even lower top tube and improved standover height. The result is more freedom of movement on the bike for the rider and a lower centre of gravity which guarantees agile handling and more riding fun.
Integrated Post Mount
The post mount rear brake system is found on all carbon fiber frames and top aluminum full suspension models. Two bolts and the IS adpater aren’t needed anymore, and fewer parts means less weight. In this case we save 30 grams. This may not sound a lot. But there's potential to save weight in every detail.
Advanced Twin Mold
This technique uses a complete core to provide the perfect frame form during the lay-up process. As with the Twin Mold technology, precise inserts are used to ensure extra strength at high-stress frame points. This combination offers maximum control over fibre orientations during the lay-up and production process. The Advanced Twin Mold high-tech carbon manufacturing process translates to outstanding product safety and quality together with optimum weight and stiffness characteristics.
Key Features:
- Frame: C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, Aluminium 6061 T6 Rear Triangle, Efficient Trail Control 4-Link, Agile Trail Geometry, Boost 148, Tuned Drive Position, AXH, Full Integrated Battery
- Fork: Fox 34 Rhythm, 2-Position Sweep-Adjust GRIP Damper, Tapered, 15x110mm, E-Bike Optimized, 120mm
- Gears: 11-Speed
- Shifters: Shimano SLX SL-M7000
- Brake: Shimano BR-MT520/BR-MT500, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
- Tyres: Schwalbe Nobby Nic, PerfL, 2.60
- Battery: Bosch PowerTube 500Wh, 30-140 Power Assisted Miles*
- Drive Unit: Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX (75Nm) Cruise (250Watt)
- Display: Bosch Purion
*This will vary depending on weight of user, terrain and mode of pedal assistance used