Not an easy task for the developers, as the Bosch components always look a little bulky. Nevertheless, Cube has once again succeeded in creating a harmonious look with the Stereo. There is little to criticise on the equipment side: The cockpit is tidy, and the wide handlebars provide the appropriate leverage for good control over the front wheel with manoeuvrable 27.5-inch standard tyres. The Fox components readily make their full potential available with a firm set-up. A dropper seat post and a large 200 mm brake disc at the front are missing.
Conclusion A sporty, firm bike with good components for anyone who wants to take on challenging terrain.
Reach height 1156 hm
Efficiency class A+
Price 3599 Euro
Info www.cube.eu
Drive
Motor / Position Bosch Performance CX 250 W / mid-engine
Max. Torque 75 Nm
Battery Lithium-ion, 500 Wh
Gearstick / transmission Front 1x16 / rear 10-speed Shimano SLX 11-46
Display / Size Bosch Purion / 1.6 inch
Software / status Bosch / 1.6.0.0
Equipment
Sizes / frame material 16 / 18 / 20 / 22 inch / aluminium
Fork / damper Fox 34 Rhythm / Fox Float DPS
Telescopic support None, quick release
Brake / Disc (front / rear) Magura MT4 / 180 / 180 mm
Wheels / wheel size Shimano Deore, Cube EX25 / 27.5 inch
Tyres Schwalbe Hans Dampf 27.5x2.35 inch Performance
Measured values
Suspension travel¹ front / rear 140 mm / 140 mm
Weight / Distribution 22.3 kg / 48:52 % (v:h)
Centre of gravity height 488 mm
Handlebar width 740 mm
Reach / Stack 411 / 601 mm
Crank length / Q-factor 175 mm / 184 mm
EMTB JUDGEMENT GOOD²
Manufacturer information
²EMTB judgements: super (from 350 points), very good (from 315 points), good (from 280 points), satisfactory (from 245 points), with weaknesses (from 210 points), below unsatisfactory.
The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests. It is independent of price.
