Cube Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC Race 625 27.5 grey´n´metal

The "Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC Race 625 27.5 grey’n’metal" model from Cube, released in 2022, offers an impressive combination of advanced technology and high-quality components at a price of 4199 EUR. The frame of this e-mountain bike is constructed using C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology with a 6061 T6 aluminium rear triangle. This design incorporates Efficient Trail Control and the FSP 4-Link System, which, together with Agile Trail Geometry and Boost 148, ensures agile and controlled handling. The frame is also designed to accommodate a fully integrated battery.

Braking performance is provided by Magura MT Thirty hydraulic disc brakes, each with four pistons on the front and rear wheels, and 203 mm brake discs. The drivetrain consists of the Shimano Deore RD-M6100-SGS ShadowPlus 12-speed system, controlled via the Shimano Deore SL-M6100 Rapidfire-Plus shift levers.

The bike’s suspension comprises a RockShox Domain R suspension fork with 170 mm of travel, which is specifically approved for e-MTBs, as well as a RockShox Deluxe Select rear shock with a trunnion mount and rebound adjustment. Power is delivered via the Shimano CN-M6100 system, featuring an ACID E-Crank crankset (165 mm, 36T) and a Shimano Deore CS-M6100 cassette (10–51T).

The handlebars are Newmen Evolution SL 318.25 with a width of 760 mm, whilst the grips are ACID React Pro. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is an ACROS AZX-1030, zero-stack top and bottom (ZS 56 mm).

The bike is fitted with CUBE EX30 rims, which are tubeless-ready and feature 32 spokes. The front hub is a Shimano HB-MT400-B (15 mm Boost, Centre Lock) and the rear hub is a Shimano FH-MT410-B (12 mm Boost, Centre Lock). The saddle is the Natural Fit Venec and the seatpost is a CUBE Dropper Post with internal cable routing and a lever on the handlebars (travel: S: 100 mm, M: 125 mm, L, XL: 150 mm). The saddle is secured using a CUBE Screwlock Semi-Integrated clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

Power is provided by a Bosch Performance CX Generation 4 motor (85 Nm) with an output of 250 watts, which, in combination with the Bosch PowerTube 625 battery, ensures sufficient power. Control is via the Bosch Purion display, and charging is handled by a Bosch 2A charger.