To cope with bending and torsional forces in the bottom bracket area, we have developed a 3D-box for our four-pivot Dual Trail Control layout. It is placed between the rear shock struts. It gives a very wide support for the sealed encapsulated industrial bearings of the bottom bracket resulting in a clearly improved lateral stiffness, a better response, and a better power transfer between crankset and the rear wheel. At the same time, the 3D-box carries the front derailleur as well as the fixing point for the shock.

The requirement for a continuously active and fully usable travel: The rear triangle is not affected by pedalling or especially braking forces. Regardless of the fact that a variety of other possibilities exists, we employ a four pivot chain stay construction. Here, one of the pivots is located between the dropout and the chain stay; this ensures that braking does not have a negative effect on the movement of the rear wheel. Thereby via the appropriate positioning of the remaining pivots, we obtain the finest riding qualities for our fullsuspension bikes in terms of uphill as well as downhill abilities.

In this system, a cone is used to form a play-free connection. It is only necessary to tighten the axle from one side. The main advantages of the Syntace system are: quick and simple changing of the wheel, a stabilised position of the brake disc, a higher stiffness of the rear drive train and a lighter weight compared to a conventional thru axle. The advantages of the Syntace through-axle system are: easier fitting and removal of the rear axle, stable brake disc position (thus less sliding) and improved rear assembly rigidity values. Hence the X12 weighs less than conventional through-axle systems

The models of our Woman Like Series feature a compact frame geometry with shorter top tubes and longer head tubes. Therefore the riding position is more upright than on the men’s models. This riding position relieves the female pelvis and offers more comfort. The top tubes of the mountain bikes are lowered. This enables female rider a more comfortable way to mount and dismount.

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With press-fit bearings, the outer bearing ring is pressed directly into the frame housing and not screwed-in as usual. With its wider housing, the down tube and the chain stays are joined with the full width. Because the width of the housing is a parameter in calculating the stiffness, every millimetre of additional width gives a significant improvement of lateral stiffness, whilst retaining the comfort-bringing resilience of the chain stays.

To join our Dual Trail Control link with the frame, we have developed a CUBE specific HAL – Hollow Axle Link. The FEM optimized HAL Hollow Axle Link is very light and rigid and optimally adapted to transfer the energy flow from the rear triangle. Very light bearings give additional lateral stiffness, and in longevity they compare favourably with roller bearings.

Joining our AMS/Size Tuned Kinematic rear train with the shock, we have developed our CUBE-specific 3D Active rocker. Next to its special three dimensional design this cold forged rocker has a very high specific density which gives it an extreme torsional stiffness.

To protect our high-end aluminium frames, they are built with the CUBE Frame Save System replaceable derailleur hanger. The thread is in the hanger and not in the frame as usual. In case of a crash, this hanger can be easily and quickly replaced by a new one.

Size Tuned Kinematic is a four-pivot suspension technology developed exclusively by CUBE. It guarantees that every frame in every size will have exactly the same dynamic properties for the designed and factual travel and response. To reach this, separate links had to be developed for each frame size.

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Elaborative developed kinematics are only able to function correctly if the associated suspension shocks is properly tuned to it. Connected with the new Fox Float RP23 Boost Valve shock and the DHX RC4 shock, we could achieve the best optimised performance.

Our bicycles with RFR-geometry stand out by their sports character. The riding characteristics, rider comfort and rider safety in particular are taken in account for each individual bike category.

Dual Trail Control is the four-pivot suspension technology developed and improved by CUBE, which ensures a completely neutral behavior on the rear triangle when pedalling over any terrain.

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Here particular attention has been given to the fact that irrespective of body size EVERY rider can have the optimum and identical riding experience. Here on a model-by-model basis we have differently designed the linkage geometry so that all frame heights have the same travel and suspension ratio (STK).In addition the kinematics have been optimised specifically to travel in respect of sensitivity, drive and no bossing. For this it was necessary to specially position all rear pivot points. Whether the rider is large or small, with any of these models he will always have the optimum ride experience.

Internally routed cables offer many advantages: clean appearance, cables are protected from dirt and therefore have a considerably longer life and the not required external housing saves weight.

The Postmount breaking absorption makes it possible for us to save extra parts. The not needed IS adapter with bolts saves approx. 30 g. This may not seem much, but it shows the potential comprised in the details.

These specially designed seat stays fulfil many roles. At the upper end at the connection to the seat or top tube they run laterally oval and thus offer vertical flexing and so ensure comfort. At the lower end they are extremely vertically oval and offer the minimum drag area to the headwind.

The novel DOUBLE FLEX STAYS offers plentiful comfort. The force flow from the seat stays here is diverted via two flat carbon plates to the seat tube. These plates operate by virtue of their special layup like shock absorbers in the vertical direction but at the same time are extremely rigid in the horizontal and lateral direction.

This new steering tube design is more rigid and generates a more secure ride feel even in difficult terrain. Due to the direct power transmission the greatest possible steering precision is generated. With the larger fork shaft the forks become more rigid. At the same time weight is saved due to the absence of bearing shells as the lower bearing is fully integral. On CUBE carbon models the upper bearing shells are also directly in the frame, so that once more a few grams are saved.

For optimum braking performance the ACTIVE BRAKE COOLING system supports the rider on the course. The headwind is ducted between the seat and chain stay onto the brake disc due to the aerodynamically designed stay. This protects the brake considerably longer from overheating and conserves the brake pads. The result is maximum brake performance.

Pinhead Theft Resistance provides theft protection. Battery, motor and road wheels are secured with a pinhead lock.

Because of In Frame Charging the battery can be charged in or out of the frame.

High-density 6061 aluminium alloy requires a heat treatment for the finished product, it is stiff and very corrosion resistant, fatigue resistant, non-shearing material suitable for light tube-sets with highest stiffness.

Extremely high tensile strength 7005 aluminium alloy requires heat treatment. Its developed for the highest requirements, very stiff and fatigue resistant, corrosion resistant, nonshearing; double butted which makes it suitable for very light tube-sets with a high level of stiffness.

Very high tensile strength 7005 aluminium alloy; requires heat treatment; is developed for the highest requirements; very stiff and fatigue resistant; corrosion resistant; nonshearing; triple butted which makes it suitable for the lightest tube-sets with a maximum of stiffness.

For high end, we use High Performance 7005 aluminium alloy which has a very low density combined with high strength due to the special alloy and the hardening heat treatment. By triple butting or even quadruple butted tubing, aluminium tubes are reinforced where required and reduced where possible. In addition we use Special tube shapes, manufactured with Hydroform technology to better cope with the directional forces. The low density and high strength as well as the butting and the Hydroform technology enable us to make high performance frames with an ultimate level of stiffness.

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The basis for our carbon frames is High Performance Composite, a combination of various high performance fibres. The fibre consists of multiple filaments, and its tissue is impregnated with a resin matrix to form the carbon tissue from which we build our HPC models The strong fibres are fixed in position and are protected against chemical influence and mechanical damage. The choice, mix and direction of the fibres are determined by the forces expected to act on specific areas of the frame. Our HPC models excel in high absolute stiffness (Nm/°) at low weight and a very good stiffness-to-weight ratio STW (N/°/kg).

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Modells bearing the SUPER HPC logo are our top-quality products. From many years of experience in the HPC field new optimisation know-how is generated time and time again, which is then implemented in the SUPER HPC models. Numerous details of this line are refined and optimised and the limits of what is feasible are pushed ever higher and higher. For this exclusively high-quality carbon fibres and matrices are used. In addition the ADVANCED TWIN MOLD process is used exclusively in order to minimise manufacturing tolerances and to avoid superfluous use of material.

The titanium used for our titanium frames is characterized by low density, unique tensile strength and outstanding material hardness. The self-damping feature has makes for a super smooth ride. For our titanium frames, we use the same titanium alloys as applied in aircraft construction. This alloy has an especially high stiffness and material hardness with very high resilience and is used for example in hydraulic or compressed air conduits in aircraft. The tube sets hold high ductility and corrosion resistance at very low density.

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A plain tube is placed in a mould with the specific form. The tube is filled with a mixture of liquids, often an oil mixture, which is put under high pressure. It presses the material into the negative form of the mould and gives it its shape. The manufacturing of this part concentrates, in the first place, on technical and stability issues related to the forces and stresses the part will be subject to as well as on reduced weight. Besides, hydroforming also has some great design aspects. Hydroforming enables us to make optimally light and strong shapes and internal partitions for our frames.

For the first time in 2011 we are also manufacturing top tubes and seat tubes of the new AMS ALU models using this hydroforming process, which has proved its worth. In conventional hydroforming processes this custom form and technical advantages cannot be achieved. As this manufacturing method reduces the number of welds, the weight is reduced with a simultaneous increase in stability.

In this process possibly dangerous folding is eliminated by constant control of carbon fibres during the curing process. By using fixed internal forms at junction points the quantity of resin is considerably reduced and the fibres bonded more tightly together. The result is increased product safety and improved STW values.

Folds are prevented to curl up even during the baking session in a continuous control procedure. With this procedure, it is possible to increase the carbon content (and use less matrix resin). The result is similar stability at lower weight. Positive side-effect of this method: optically perfect layering.

Joints in high-quality aluminum frames are specially finished via this method and so create the impresssion of seamless tube design. This generates the visual effect of molding and ensures high load-bearing capacity.

The colour of our aluminium frames with Eloxal finish is reached by anodising (a chemical process). After this treatment, the aluminium is 1000 times more scratch-resistant than before.

On the high performance frames, graphics and texts are laser-cut into the material which makes them indestructible for a lifetime.

For our powder coated frames, we apply synthetic paint powder in multiple thin layers. Together with the graphics, these are stove-enamelled. With this technology, we can implement the characteristic and extraordinary multiple colour designs rendering our frames. Their knock and scratchproof finish will last a lifetime.

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On polished and brushed aluminium and all HPC frames the logos and graphics are applied in multi-layer wet paint. We use this surface treatment technology mainly to save weight.