CUBE Bicycle Classification Guide - Model Year 2026

Introduction

This guide provides classification for CUBE bicycles for the 2026 model year. The variation in system weights is due to the weight limitations of the components used.

Note: The use of rear kickstands, mudguards, luggage racks, or bicycle trailers will always change the model's classification to Category 2.

Key Definitions and Icons

The following terms and symbols are used throughout this document:

• Fahrradgewicht: Bicycle weight (for a medium frame size, including attached accessories). Additional luggage not placed on the luggage rack is also included in the bicycle weight. For models available in different frame variants (e.g., Diamond, Trapeze, Easy-Entry), the specified weight refers to the Diamond frame variant.
• Fahrergewicht: Rider weight (describes the weight of the rider with their equipment).
• Max. Gepäckgewicht // Max. Stützlast: Maximum luggage weight // Maximum support load (for the rear axle).
• Max. Anhängerlast: Maximum trailer load.
• Maximales Systemgewicht: Maximum total system weight. This must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
• ? [rider]: Represents the rider.
• ? [luggage]: Represents luggage.
• ? [trailer]: Represents a bicycle trailer.
• ✔️ [ok]: Indicates compliance with limits.
• ❌ [not ok]: Indicates exceeding limits.
• ? [info]: Provides additional information.

Important Notes on Load Limits:

• The maximum luggage rack load applies only to bicycles equipped with a luggage rack fitted by a specialist dealer. The maximum luggage rack load is further restricted by the use of a trailer.
• Lowrider Use: Load up to max. 10 kg, evenly distributed (left/right). The load on the lowrider does not affect the maximum luggage rack load and must be considered separately.
• The support load describes the load acting on the rear axle of the bicycle. The support load must not exceed 8 kg.
• The permissible total mass of the luggage rack is further restricted by the support load. Therefore, the trailer's support load must be subtracted from the maximum luggage rack load.
• 60 kg is the maximum permissible total mass of the trailer including load, considering the trailer manufacturer's load specifications. The trailer's support load (2-8 kg) must be deducted from the luggage rack load.
• The system weight describes the maximum permissible total mass. This must not be exceeded in any case.

CUBE Bike Categories and Intended Use

Model Specifications

The following table lists CUBE bicycle models, their categories, and weight specifications for model year 2026.

System Weight Examples

The following examples illustrate how system weights are calculated and the importance of adhering to limits:

Example 1: Standard Configuration

Scenario: A Kathmandu Pro bike (17 kg) with a rider (100 kg) and 23 kg of luggage.

Calculation: Bicycle weight (17 kg) + Rider weight (100 kg) + Luggage weight (23 kg) = 140 kg.

Result: This configuration is within the maximum system weight of 140 kg. ✔️ [ok]

Example 2: With Trailer

Scenario: A Kathmandu Pro bike (17 kg) with a rider (75 kg), luggage (15 kg), and a trailer (20 kg).

Calculation: Bicycle weight (17 kg) + Rider weight (75 kg) + Luggage weight (15 kg) + Trailer weight (20 kg) = 127 kg.

Result: This configuration is within the maximum system weight of 140 kg. ✔️ [ok]

Example 3: Exceeding System Weight

Scenario: A bike (17 kg) with a rider (100 kg) and luggage (25 kg).

Calculation: Bicycle weight (17 kg) + Rider weight (100 kg) + Luggage weight (25 kg) = 142 kg.

Result: This configuration exceeds the maximum system weight of 140 kg. ❌ [not ok]

Note: The maximum system weight must not be exceeded under any circumstances.

Example 4: Exceeding Rider Weight

Scenario: A bike (17 kg) with a rider (110 kg) and luggage (13 kg).

Calculation: Bicycle weight (17 kg) + Rider weight (110 kg) + Luggage weight (13 kg) = 140 kg.

Result: This configuration exceeds the maximum rider weight of 100 kg. ❌ [not ok]

Note: The maximum rider weight must not be exceeded under any circumstances.

Example 5: Exceeding Trailer Load

Scenario: A bike (17 kg) with a rider (70 kg), luggage (70 kg), and a trailer (65 kg).

Calculation: Bicycle weight (17 kg) + Rider weight (70 kg) + Luggage weight (70 kg) + Trailer weight (65 kg) = 222 kg.

Result: This configuration exceeds the maximum trailer load of 65 kg. ❌ [not ok]

Note: The maximum trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstances.

Example 6: Support Load Calculation

Scenario: A bike with a maximum system weight of 25 kg, a rider of 17 kg, and a trailer with a support load of 8 kg.

Calculation: The trailer's support load (8 kg) must be deducted from the luggage rack load.

Result: This illustrates the relationship between trailer support load and luggage rack load. ? [info]

Note: The trailer's support load must be deducted from the luggage rack load.