Cube: solid second-hand electric bikes

Founded in the early 90's, the German brand Cube has become over the years one of the largest bicycle producers in Europe. Its models are distributed in over 35 countries.

Based in Waldershof, the brand designs, tests and fully assembles all its bikes in its state-of-the-art factory, where its own wheels are also manufactured.

Cube's used EVs combine endurance and comfort, while meeting the needs of the most demanding cyclists. The secret of their sturdiness lies in their very good manufacturing quality, but also in Cube's collaboration with Bosch, the German giant of the automotive and power tool industry. Indeed, all of the brand's electric bikes are equipped with Bosch motors. At Cube, you will find more than a hundred different models, including both comfortable, easy-riding bikes and MTB electric designed for enduro riding.

MTB Refurbished Cube electrics: the assurance of solidity

Cube is one of the market leaders in the European bicycle industry. Equipped with a Bosch engine, these bikes are designed to last over time. To achieve this, they undergo a whole series of tests in the Cube laboratories. For example, the braking system is designed to offer great stability and impeccable resistance to wear. The brakes are tested in both wet and dry conditions to guarantee perfect use, whatever the weather. 

The directional tube of the MTB is also tested intensively, as it is a particularly vulnerable area on a MTB. It must therefore pass a long series of tests without showing any degradation before production can begin. Thanks to all this, the Cube VTTAEs are among the best on the market.

The Cube electric bicycle, for what type of use?

If Cube is a manufacturer known above all for its MTB, it also designs hybrid electric bikes (VTC) as well as electric city bikes. Here is a summary of the different used Cube electric bikes available at Upway in refurbished versions, including different types of motors.

Bicycle MTB Cube electric : for sportsmen

Cube's electric MTB are among the best on the market. Their flagship products are full-suspension and semi-rigid models such as the famous Cube Stereo, Reaction, Elite, Peloton and Stero Hybrid. The secret of their success? The choice of light materials in the design, such as carbon fiber and aluminum. These quality materials allow the MTB Cube to be particularly robust. They also have a modern and sporty design that appeals to many users. By offering you a MTB electric Cube refurbished, you will benefit from a powerful bicycle, pleasant to use during sporting excursions and very handy. 

Cube is also concerned with user comfort: thanks to a special technology called ShockX, their electric bikes offer a particularly high level of damping, thus limiting cramps and body fatigue. This technology also makes the brand's electric bikes highly resistant to wear and tear.

Cube VTC electric bike

Cube hybrid electric bikes (or Cube electric VTCs), are EABs designed to ride equally well on bike paths, paved roads or country trails. They are comfortable ebikes, which accompany you in your daily and weekend explorations. They are among the best electric VTC of the market, considering their performance.

For its hybrid bikes, as for its other models, the Cube brand relies on the experience and feedback of top athletes. These models are designed for leisure activities and their characteristics may correspond to more or less sporty activities depending on the model. 

Cube electric city bike

Although Cube is primarily known for its MTB models, the German brand also designs several electric city bikes with a sober and elegant look. These are designed for travel on paved roads. They include equipment that will improve your outings in the city, such as mudguards, a luggage rack or an open frame to make climbing easier.

To facilitate your urban mobility as a family, Cube also offers several electric cargo bikes. They allow you to take your children to school or to carry your groceries.

Choose the right used Cube electric bike for your needs!

As you can see, choosing your Cube electric bicycle means knowing your needs. Each category of EAB offers different models, which are suitable for different uses. 

VTTAE Cube : Cross-country, Trail or Enduro

Cross-country, trail and enduro are categories of MTB. If you are a sports enthusiast, it is essential to choose a VTTAE model that corresponds to your practice.

The MTB Cube electric bikes are designed for cross-country riding and allow you to tackle difficult climbs and dizzying descents. They are VTTAE designed for high speed racing on rough terrain (rocky areas, mud...). This range is the Cube Reaction Hybrid and offers a wide choice among about fifty different references!

The MTB Cube electric bikes for trail riding are those of the Cube Stereo Hybrid range. This is the most common type of mountain bike, designed to cover long distances on various terrains (forest, dirt roads, mountain trails...). They are also sometimes referred to as "all mountain bikes".

Finally, Cube also offers MTB electric enduro bikes, halfway between trail bikes and cross-country bikes. These are VTTAE designed to have fun on trails with nice slopes, some jumps and hills, while performing technical moves like tight turns. You will find them in the German brand in the range Cube Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC.

These three types of MTB electric Cube differ mainly by their type of suspension, their frame geometry as well as their more or less important travel.

Electric bike Cube Hybrid : the VTC

Among the electric bikes Cube Hybrids are the electric VTC. These are divided into three ranges: Cube Kathmandu Hybrid, Cube Nuride Hybrid and Cube Touring Hybrid. 

The Kathmandu Hybrids are comfortable and versatile. They are equipped with a 4th generation Bosch CX drive unit and a high autonomy battery. They are also equipped with many accessories, an X-Fusion air suspension fork with handlebar lockout system, a suspension seatpost and an adjustable stem. They offer a choice of 11 speeds. The Cube vtc Kathmandu Hybrid electric bike is a Cube electric bike for women and men as it is available with a trapezoidal or open frame. 

Released in 2021, the Cube Nuride Hybrid range includes electric VTCs that combine the robustness of a MTB with the practical comfort of a trekking bike. They include large mudguards, a stable kickstand and efficient lighting, and can be complemented by an optional luggage rack. These are very versatile bikes, with an athletic look and clearly sporting ambitions!

Finally, the Cube Touring Hybrid range of electric VTCs has an elegant frame, a 3rd generation Bosch engine and a pleasant riding position. They are designed for those who travel more often in the city than in the country. Their hydraulic disc brakes guarantee safe braking, whatever the weather.

Getting around town with a Cube electric bike

For the city, Cube offers two lines of electric bikes: Cube Ella Hybrid and Cube Supreme Hybrid. 

The Cube Ella Hybrid EAB models feature classic retro styling and vibrant colors. They are neat looking city bikes with an integrated luggage rack and an open Easy Entry frame. This Cube electric bike for women or men is stylish yet powerful. It allows an easy and fast piloting.

The Cube Supreme Hybrid line of electric bikes combines the power of the Bosch motor, the rideability of an open-frame city bike and a very safe and stable ride. Its quality components require little maintenance. 

What are the key features of a Cube electric bike?

Since the launch of its range of electric bikes, Cube has teamed up with the equipment manufacturer Bosch, renowned for its unparalleled quality drive systems. Its bikes therefore incorporate different types of Bosch motors. All Cube EABs are designed to meet the requirements of the most rigorous cyclists. Cube's electric bikes also feature a frame design that is typical of the brand and easily recognizable. 

The price of a Cube electric bike is generally high. It is indeed a brand positioned in a high-end segment. This price is justified by the recognized quality of these ebikes. However, the price of a Cube electric bike can become more affordable if you opt for a second-hand model or refurbished.

Cube electric bike accessories

There are multiple accessories for electric bikes Cube, allowing you to customize it. The German brand offers secure locks, panniers, luggage racks and various lighting systems. It is also possible to add a little fun to your bike by decorating it with stickers, adding mirrors or changing its bell. These accessories for Cube electric bikes can be found used or new.

Properly maintain your used Cube electric bicycle after purchase

Maintaining your electric bicycle is essential for its durability. To take care of your used Cube EAB, it is recommended to regularly check the pressure of the tires, and to preserve the autonomy of the battery by disconnecting it when your bike is not used for a long period.

Also watch for wear on transmission components (chain, sprockets, chainring), cables and your brake pads. Take a look at the tightness of the various components of your bike. Finally, be sure to clean your EAB, especially if you use an electric MTB in extreme conditions. As it dries, accumulated mud and dirt can damage your bike.