Cube LITENING AIR C:68X SLX

Cube LITENING AIR C:68X SLX

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Spec Score
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Sumarize

The Cube LITENING AIR C:68X SLX is an aero bike designed in partnership with Team Wanty to reduce wind resistance and maximize speed while keeping the weight to a minimum. The frame is made with premium C:68X carbon and weighs only 799g. The bike has Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc brakes and a 12-speed Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150-DGS rear derailleur. The wheels are Newmen Advanced SL R.50 CS Streem with aero carbon spokes and the front tire is a Conti Grand Prix 5000 TT, 28-622. The bike is known for having a top carbon frame, the best weight in its class, and high resale value.

Highlights

  • Top Carbon Frame
  • Top Carbon Wheels
  • Best Weight in this Class
  • Premium Groupset components
  • Best brakes in class
  • Top reviews from the bike magazines

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Description

SRP6599 €
CategoryRace
Weight6.9 kg
Wheels29 / 28 Carbon
Frame MaterialCarbon
GroupsetShimano ULTEGRA DI2
BrakesShimano ULTEGRA DI2

Reviews

BikeRadar

Simon von Bromley

A fast and exciting aero road bike at a good price

Pros
  1. Feels fast
  2. excellent build spec for the money
  3. reactive handling
  4. lightweight for a pure aero
Cons
  1. Proprietary integrated handlebar might not be to everyone’s tastes

Bikerumor

Zach Overholt

Move over oil slick, Cube’s Limited Edition Litening C:68X is more like rainbow slick. Technically, Cube still refers to it as an oil slick finish, but by gradually stretching out the color gradient from the front to the back of the bike, it certainly takes...

Cyclist

Sam Challis

VERDICT: Find the money for a wheel upgrade and you’ll have a bike that rides as quick as it looks

Gran Fondo Magazine

Mike Hunger

Pros
  1. Very good price-performance ratio
  2. Excellent equipment
  3. High level of comfort due to relaxed seating position
  4. Sparkling appearance
Cons
  1. Exposed areas on the quick release axle nuts
  2. Internally routed cables occasionally rattle
  3. Upper handlebar not ergonomic

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Specifications

Frame

Frame
Litening C:68X® Air Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, Aero-Weight Optimized Tubes, Full Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc
Frame Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Frame Colors
electricblue´n´blue

Suspension

Fork
Litening C:68X Air, Integrated Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc
Rear Shock

Cockpit

Stem
Handlebars
Tape/Grips
ACID Bartape RD
Saddle
Natural Fit Nuance SLT Road Carbon

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150-DGS. 12-Speed
Shift Levers
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra CS-R8100-12, 11-30T
Chain
Shimano CN-M8100
Crankset
Shimano Ultegra FC-R8100-P, Powermeter, Hollowtech ll, 52x36T
Chainrings
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BB71-41B, 86mm Pressfit

Brakes

Front Brake
Shimano Ultegra BR-R8170, Hydr. Disc Brake, Flat Mount (160/160)
Shift Levers

Wheels

Front Rim
Newmen Advanced SL R.50 CS Streem, Aero Carbon Spokes
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
Newmen Advanced SL R.50 CS Streem, Aero Carbon Spokes

Geometry Cube LITENING AIR C:68X SLX

Size50 cm52 cm54 cm56 cm58 cm
Seat Tube Length (mm)440460480500520
Seat Tube Angle75°74.2°73.5°73.5°73°
Head Tube Length (mm)107117137157177
Head Tube Angle72.2°72.5°73°73.5°73.5°
Top Tube Length (mm)527537550565580
Chainstay Length (mm)410410410410410
Wheelbase (mm)9819819849951005
Stack (mm)514524542563580
Reach (mm)389389390398403
Handelbar Width (mm)400400420420440
Stem Length (mm)9090100100110
Crank Length (mm)170170173173175

Customer questions & answers

FAQ Cube LITENING AIR C:68X SLX

How heavy is the Bike?

The LITENING AIR C:68X SLX weights 6,90 kg. Thats roughly 15,2 pounds

What material is the frame of the Cube LITENING AIR C:68X SLX?

The Cube LITENING AIR C:68X SLX ist crafted with Carbon. The wheels of this bike are made of carbon!

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Cube?

The SRP Price is our information at 6599 EUR

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