Cube Kathmandu Hybrid 45 625 grey´n´red

The “Kathmandu Hybrid 45 625 grey’n’red” model from Cube, released in 2022, is a high-quality e-bike designed for challenging tours and everyday use. Priced at 4199 EUR, it offers a wide range of advanced technical features and well-thought-out specifications.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and is manufactured using Gravity Casting Technology, ensuring exceptional stability and low weight. The Efficient Comfort Geometry and the tapered head tube further contribute to a comfortable and safe riding experience. The frame fully integrates the battery and features the Integrated Carrier 2.0 for added functionality.

Braking performance is provided by the Magura MT5e hydraulic disc brakes with 203 mm rotors at the front and rear. The drivetrain is fitted with the Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS, ShadowPlus, 12-speed, and the Shimano XT SL-M8100 shifter, enabling precise and reliable gear changes. The SR Suntour Mobie 45 LO-R Air fork, with 100 mm of travel, offers excellent shock absorption and enhances riding comfort on uneven terrain.

The bike’s lighting comprises the Busch&Müller Lumotec IQ-X front light and the Busch&Müller E-Brake rear light, which ensure good visibility and safety on the road. The pedals are CUBE PP Trekking pedals and offer a secure grip. Power is transmitted via the ACID E-Crank crankset, which is 175 mm long and features a 38T chainring, combined with the Shimano CS-M7100 cassette with a 10–51 gear ratio and the Shimano SLX CN-M7100 chain.

The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bar Pro, 720 mm wide, fitted with RFR Comfort grips. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset consists of the FSA 1.5E ZS, Tapered, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44 mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56 mm). The rims are CUBE EX23, 36H, Disc, Tubeless Ready, and the tyres are Schwalbe Marathon E-Plus in size 55-622. The front hub is a Shimano XT HB-M8110 with a 15 mm axle and Boost Centrelock, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FH-MT500 with a quick-release skewer and Centrelock.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence+ Comfort model, mounted on a CUBE Performance Post seatpost with a diameter of 30.9 mm. The saddle is clamped using the CUBE Varioclose with a diameter of 34.9 mm. ACID 75 BB-Mount mudguards and an adjustable CUBEstand Pro kickstand complete the specification.

At the heart of the e-bike is the Bosch Drive Unit Performance Line Speed motor with a torque of 75 Nm, paired with a Bosch PowerTube 625 battery, which ensures a long range. The Bosch Intuvia display allows for easy operation and monitoring of all relevant ride data. The charger is a Bosch 4A model, which ensures fast charging times.

Overall, the Cube Kathmandu Hybrid 45 625 grey’n’red offers a well-thought-out combination of comfort, performance and reliability, ideal for long tours and everyday use in urban environments.