Cube Fold Sport Hybrid 500 green´n´black

The "Fold Sport Hybrid 500 green’n’black" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a versatile and high-spec e-bike that stands out thanks to its innovative folding technology and well-designed components. The price for this model is 2,999 EUR.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and features Comfort Ride Geometry, ensuring a pleasant and comfortable riding position. The frame also features a semi-integrated luggage rack and is front-carrier ready. The Slider Dropout technology and integrated folding mechanism make the bike particularly versatile and easy to transport. A practical carrying handle on the handlebars further simplifies handling.

Safety is ensured by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200) with 180 mm discs at the front and 160 mm at the rear. The gear changes are controlled precisely and reliably by the Shimano Tiagra SL-4700 shift lever. The 20-inch aluminium fork contributes to the bike’s stability and robustness.

The lighting comprises a CUBE Shiny 50 Lux front light, powered by 12V DC, and a Herrmans H-Trace rear light, which ensures good visibility in traffic. The ACID PP Trekking pedals provide a secure grip.

The bike’s drive system is powered by the Bosch Drive Unit Active Plus Generation 3 motor (50 Nm) Cruise (250 watts), which is supplied with power by a Bosch PowerPack 500 battery. The Bosch Purion display allows for simple and intuitive control of the system. A Bosch 2A charger is supplied for charging the battery.

The crankset consists of the ACID E-Crank, which is 165 mm long and features a 44-tooth chainring. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG500 with a 11–34T range. The chain is a KMC X10, which is renowned for its durability.

The bike’s cockpit comprises a CUBE Comfort Trail Bar handlebar, 680 mm wide, and Natural Fit Comfort grips. The stem is a Cube Folding Stem, which is adjustable in length and has a 31.8 mm clamp. The headset is an ACROS AZX-1030 with Zero-Stack technology.

The wheels are fitted with CUBE EX30 rims, which are tubeless-ready and have 32 spokes. The tyres are Schwalbe Super Moto-X with Double Defense technology (62-406), which provide excellent puncture protection. The hubs are a Shimano HB-TX505 at the front and a Shimano FH-TX505 at the rear, both with quick-release mechanisms and Centre Lock brake disc mounts.

The Natural Fit Sequence saddle and the Satori Sorata telescopic seatpost (34.9 mm diameter, 280 mm – 440 mm length) ensure a high level of comfort on longer rides. The saddle is secured using the CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 40 mm.

The bike is also fitted with ACID 75 Compact mudguards, a Two Leg Kickstand and an ACID 20" Semi-Integrated Carrier, which is compatible with the ACID RILink adapter.

Overall, the Cube Fold Sport Hybrid 500 green’n’black offers a well-thought-out combination of comfort, safety and performance, ideal for urban use as well as longer tours.