Cube Nuride Hybrid SL 625 Allroad

The 2021 “Nuride Hybrid SL 625 Allroad” model from Cube offers a comprehensive range of features and innovative technology for discerning e-bike riders. Priced at EUR 4049, this e-bike is positioned in the upper mid-range and offers a wide range of high-quality components.

The frame is made from Superlite aluminium and utilises Gravity Casting Technology. The Agile Comfort Geometry ensures a comfortable yet agile ride. The frame features a tapered head tube and a fully integrated battery. It also includes mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack. The bike’s total weight is 26 kg.

Braking performance is provided by the Shimano XT BR-M8120 hydraulic disc brakes with 180 mm rotors at the front and rear. The drivetrain is a Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS ShadowPlus with 12 speeds, which can be shifted directly using the Shimano Deore SL-M6100-I shift levers. The Fox 34 Rhythm fork, with 100 mm of travel and a 2-position Sweep-Adjust GRIP damper, is specially optimised for e-bikes and provides excellent damping.

The lighting comprises a Hermanns H-Black MR8 front light and an ACID Mudguard Rear Light PRO-E rear light, both with DC connections. The pedals are CUBE PP MTB, whilst the crankset consists of an ACID E-Crank with 38 teeth and a length of 175 mm. The cassette is a Shimano Deore CS-M6100 with a 10-51T gear range, and the drivetrain uses a Shimano CN-M6100 chain.

The handlebars are CUBE Comfort Trail Bars with a width of 720 mm, complemented by Natural Fit All Terrain grips and a Satori Up2 Plus stem, which is adjustable. The headset is an ACROS AZX-1040 BlockLock with a 1 1/8" upper Zero-Stack and a 1 1/2" lower Zero-Stack.

The rims are CUBE EX30, tubeless-ready and have 32 spokes. The tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam with K-Guard in size 2.35. The front hub is a Shimano HB-MT400-B with 15 mm Boost and CentreLock, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FH-MT500 QR with CentreLock.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence+ Comfort, mounted on a CUBE Suspension Seatpost HD with a diameter of 30.9 mm. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose with a diameter of 34.9 mm. ACID 65 mudguards and a CUBEstand Cmpt kickstand complete the spec.

The e-bike is powered by a Bosch Performance CX Generation 4 motor with 85 Nm of torque and an output of 250 watts. The battery is a Bosch PowerTube 625, and the display is the versatile Bosch Nyon.

Overall, the Cube Nuride Hybrid SL 625 Allroad offers an impressive combination of performance, comfort and versatility, ideal for challenging rides both on and off the beaten track.