Affordable Cube e-bike features Bosch motor, carbon belt drive, and full equipment at 42.1 lbs

Cube has officially introduced the Editor Hybrid Pro 360 FE, a model explicitly designed as a city e-bike. While it incorporates the standard equipment of a typical trekking bike, it dispenses with a suspension fork - an omission riders will notice when navigating cobblestones or off-road terrain. Both the frame and rigid fork are constructed from aluminum, keeping the overall weight at a relatively light 19.1 kg (42.1 lbs) and just below the 20-kg mark.

As is common for urban e-bikes, Cube has chosen a rear hub motor over a mid-drive unit - specifically the Bosch Hub Line motor delivering up to 45 Nm of torque. System controls are handled by a compact Bosch LED controller, paired with an equally trim - and capacity-limited - 360 Wh Bosch PowerTube battery. Instead of a traditional chain and hub gear setup, the Editor Hybrid Pro 360 FE uses a single-speed carbon belt drive. This gearless configuration significantly minimizes maintenance, though riders will likely rely on motor assistance more frequently in everyday use.

As for the "FE" suffix, it stands for "Fully Equipped" rather than "Founders Edition." The bike comes pre-fitted with an integrated lighting system, mudguards, and a kickstand. However, it lacks a belt guard, which is somewhat unusual for belt-driven models. The rear luggage rack features a modern, minimal design without a traditional platform or spring flap, making it primarily suited for pannier bags. While Cube has yet to announce an official launch date, the e-bike is listed at €1,999. This makes it relatively affordable by Cube standards, even within an increasingly competitive market for urban and trekking e-bikes. Note that this price applies specifically to the German and European markets, though Cube remains active in numerous other international regions.