Cube HYDE Original Operating Instructions

Cube HYDE Original Operating Instructions

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MTB/ RENNRAD/ TREKKING
MTB/ RENNRAD/ TREKKING
ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CUBE
BIKES / HYBRID
ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 MTB/ RENNRAD/ TREKKING MTB/ RENNRAD/ TREKKING ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CUBE BIKES / HYBRID ENGLISH...
  • Page 2 Company details Status: april 2024 Manufacturer: Pending System GmbH & Co. KG Ludwig-Hüttner-Straße 5-7 95679 Waldershof Germany www.cube.eu Info@cube.eu + 49(0) 9231-97 007 80 + 49(0) 9231-97 007 199 Consulting: Andreas Zauhar Dipl.-Ing. FH Officially approved for Munich and Upper Bavaria Chamber of Trade and...
  • Page 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 4 In the following images, you will find bikes showing all the necessary parts which are listed in the operating instruc- tions. As there are many different types of bike with different features on the market, we have shown a specific bike model for each category.
  • Page 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Content About this Original operating 4.2.1 Brakes ............... 20 instructions ..... 4.2.2 Gear shift ..............20 4.2.3 Frame and fork ............20 Conventions ............07 Frame material / information 1.1.1 Symbol............... 07 on carbon material ......... 20-21 1.1.2 Location indications ..........07 4.3.1 Information on the frame construction ..
  • Page 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Adjusting the adjustable 11.1.2 Road bike/Triathlon ......... 60-63 stem (optional) ............36 11.2 Remove and replace seat post Adjust saddle position ........36-37 and saddle ............63-64 Cleaning and caring Adjust saddle height ..........37 for your bike ......... 65-67 Adjust suspension fork ........
  • Page 9: About This Original Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dear Customer A radial deviation on the rim is Run-out colloquially known as a "run-out". We would like to thank you for choosing a bike from our company and thank you for placing your trust in us. With this purchase, you have acquired conventional unit for air pressure.
  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    All the bicycle parts are illustrated in the diagrams. • The parts in this Operating instructions are exemplary for all CUBE bicycles with the exception of pedelecs (EPAC) . • Keep this Operating instructions and pass it on with the bicycle if you ever sell it or give it as a present.
  • Page 11: Scope Of Application

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS If your children or the juveniles you are • Therefore, always observe the enclosed responsible for do not observe the ins- component operating instructions of the tructions set out in this Operating ins- respective manufacturer. tructions, this may result in dangerous •...
  • Page 12: How May You Ride Your Bicycle

    10 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1.2 How may you ride your bicycle? • Only jump and ride at high speed, when you have firmly mastered this riding Risk of Personal Injury and Material technique and you are able to control your Damage! bicycle in every situation.
  • Page 13: In What Condition Must Your Bike Be In When You Ride It

    | 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS All lighting components and reflectors 2.1.4 In what condition must your bike must be officially approved. be in when you ride it? Approval can be recognised by a "K" Your new bike is an item of sports equip- marking, a wavy line and a multi-digit ment and may not be used on public number.
  • Page 14: Transport Of Children, Baggage, Bicycle Trailers

    12 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • Have all fitting of parts, modifications, ser- Ensure a safe loading. No item of the lug- vicing and any other work carried out solely gagemay come in touch with the moving by your specialist workshop. bicycle parts (road wheel, drive, chain, brakes) or may interfere with the functions •...
  • Page 15: Roller Training

    2.2.3 Risk of burns Risk of Personal Injury and Material • Damage! Your CUBE bike is generally approved for use with a indoor trainer, all pedelec models Risk of burns! (hybrid/EPAC) are excluded from this. Please ensure that your bike is compatible...
  • Page 16: Other Hazards And Safety Notes

    14 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.4 Other hazards and safety notes Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Spinning wheels can injure your hands and other body parts. Failure to observe the instructions con- •...
  • Page 17: Technical Data

    EPAC sticker or sticker QR CODE attached to the frame of your bike. You can find a more detailed overview inclu- (https://www.cube.eu/support/help-faq) ding calculation examples on our homepage in the FAQ‘s. QR CODE Assembly and function 4.1 Categories / Model Overview...
  • Page 18 16 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Category 1 Description Models HYDE BIKE TYPE Concerns bicycles and EPACs, EDITOR CITY- AND URBAN which are used on normal, paved surfaces on which TOWN BIKES the tires should maintain in contact with the ground at ELLA average speed, with occasional drops.
  • Page 19 | 17 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Category 4 Description Models Applies to bicycles and EPACs to which categories 1, 2 STEREO ONE22 BIKE TYPE and 3 apply or which are used for descents on unpaved STEREO ONE44 MOUNTAIN- AND roads at speeds of less than 40 km/h. Jumps should be TRAIL BIKES STEREO ONE55 limited to 120 cm.
  • Page 20 18 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Category 0C Description Models NUMOVE 120 WALK BIKE TYPE Applies to children‘s balance bikes that are used on CHILDRENS normal, paved surfaces that are not used by motor ve- BALANCE BIKES hicles and on which the tires must remain in continuous contact with the ground.
  • Page 21 | 19 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Category 3Y Description Models PHENIX 240 BIKE TYPE Applies to youth bikes and EPACs, to which categories 1Y and 2Y apply, and which are also YOUTH CROSS- used on rough paths, uneven unpaved roads, difficult COUNTRY- AND terrain and unmade paths, and for which technical skill is MARATHONBIKES required.
  • Page 22: General Information

    20 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS General information - Acid 160-200 - Hyde 4.2.1 Brakes - Editor Your bicycle is equipped with one or two - Compact / Fold / Longtail independently-operated rim or disk brakes. - Nulane - Nuroad - Cross Race...
  • Page 23: Information On The Frame Construction

    | 21 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.3.1 Information on frame Risk of Personal Injury and Material construction Damage! These high-end products are produced by hand. Carbon is a modern material used in bi- Deviations in finish may therefore occur, however, cycle and vehicle construction. However, this does not represent grounds for complaint.
  • Page 24: Bicycle Frame/Bicycle Frame Set

    Consult your specialist dealer. Bicycle frame / - Numove 120-240 Bicycle frame set - Ella 200-240 - Acid 160-200 - Hyde Risk of Personal Injury and Material - Editor Damage! - Compact / Fold / Longtail - Nulane Incorrect mounting of the frame may...
  • Page 25: Before Every Trip

    | 23 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before every trip • Modern brakes have a very powerful braking effect. Excessive pressure on the brake levers can cause the respective wheel to lock and Risk of Personal Injury and Material can therefore cause you to fall. Damage! Familiarise yourself slowly with the braking effect on your bike in a safe area of land.
  • Page 26: Check The Road Wheels

    24 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Tubeless tyres: If you are unsure or if you have questions, Special rims (with or without hermetically please consult your specialist dealer. Only ride the bike again after it has been properly sealed spoke holes) and tyres form an readjusted by the dealer.
  • Page 27: Check Fitting

    | 25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7.1.1 Check fitting Shake both road wheels vigorously at right angles to the direction of travel. The road wheels must not move in the forks. The quick release must be closed (see Chapter 8.8). There must be no audible creaking or Wear indicator rattling sounds.
  • Page 28: Check Tyres

    26 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7.1.3 Check tyres Check the tyre pressure: Risk of Personal Injury and Material 1. Determine your tyre type Damage! Mountain bikes can be fitted with racing bike type tyres and racing bikes with trekking tyres. Does not apply to tubeless tyres. If the valve is angled, the base of the Rule of thumb: valve can rip off when riding which causes...
  • Page 29: Other Checks

    | 27 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Many tyre pressures are given in "psi". Convert the pressure using the following table. The actual permissible tyre pressure can be found in the tyre and rim manufacturer‘s instructions. The permissible tyre pressure is mostly embossed on the tyre wall. Please consult your dealer.
  • Page 30: Check Saddle And Seat Post

    28 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Check saddle and seat post Check handlebars and stem Risk of Personal Injury and Material Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Damage! The handlebars and stem are very impor- If the seat post is not inserted far enough, tant components in terms of your riding the seat post can come loose.
  • Page 31: Check Handlebar-Mounted Parts

    | 29 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Try to twist the brake levers with your other hand. Triathlon attachment • Grip the front wheel between your legs. • Try to twist the gear levers using your other hand. • Try to pull the handgrips and the bar ends from the handlebars.
  • Page 32: Check Suspension Fork

    30 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • There should be no play in the forks There must be no audible creaking or bearing: no clicking should be heard or rattling sounds. felt. You should not hear creaking noises • Stick the front wheel between your legs either.
  • Page 33 | 31 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Checking the function of your brake system: • In a static position operate both brake levers until the brakes make firm contact. • Please note that in this position the mini- mum distance between the brake lever and the handlebar grip must be at least 35 mm.
  • Page 34: Check Rim Brakes And Cable (Racing Bike Version)

    32 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Check the brake block wear. • The brake blocks must not be worn down beyond the wear indicator. • It should not be possible to loosen the brakes from the sockets by hand. A small amount of play is normal. Check centring of the brake shoes.
  • Page 35: Check Hydraulic Rim Brakes

    | 33 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7.8.3 Check hydraulic rim brakes Check the brake block wear. • The brake blocks must not be worn down in excess of the degree shown by the wear indicator. 7.8.4 Check hydraulic disk brakes Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Dirty brake disks may reduce braking efficiency.
  • Page 36: Check Back Pedal Brake

    34 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Check drive train and chain Have the degree of wear to the brake pad and brake disk checked at a specialist workshop (see also Chapter 11): Turn the right-hand crank counter anti- clockwise and from above examine the •...
  • Page 37: Check Carrier

    | 35 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • Tilt the whole bike from side to side a few Only use your bike in such conditions if your times. lighting system is fully functional. • The fixing struts must not loosen. Check your lighting system: •...
  • Page 38: Adjusting And Using Your Bike

    36 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Your bicycle must stand by itself. Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! • When pushed slightly in any direction, your bicycle must remain standing and not fall Damaged bicycle parts can have sharp edges over.
  • Page 39: Adjust Saddle Height

    | 37 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Clamp the saddle stem as described in Chapter 11.2. Adjust suspension forks Please read the instructions for adjusting your suspension forks in the suspension fork manufacturer‘s parts instructions. • Move the saddle to the desired position. •...
  • Page 40: Adjust Rear Suspension

    38 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Adjust rear suspension • Never operate both levers or both gear shift (on full suspension bikes) switches at the same time! Please read the instructions for adjusting • Please note that for the crank set (left-hand your suspension/damper elements in the lever) and hub gears: never shift if there is suspension fork manufacturer‘s parts...
  • Page 41 | 39 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS When using an electronic derailleur gear (called Di2 by Shimano), the shif- ting is done by pressing buttons. The Di2 connection is analog. For further information, please refer to the specific operating instructions provided by the manufacturer. Shimano EZ Fire Shimano Rapidfire Shimano Di2...
  • Page 42: Shimano Rapidfire/ Shimano Rapidfire 2-Way-Release/Shimano Ez Fire

    40 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8.6.1 Shimano Rapidfire/ Shimano • For rapid shifting through several spro- Rapidfire 2-Way-Release/ ckets, press the lever right down and keep it depressed until the desired gear is Shimano EZ Fire selected. On your gear-shift there are two levers. Lever Here is how you shift to a smaller A is for shifting to a larger chain ring or spro- sprocket:...
  • Page 43: Sram Gear Shift

    | 41 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8.6.2 SRAM gear shift 8.6.3 Twist grip shift On your gear-shift there are two levers. Lever On your shift grip, there is a ring which can A is for shifting to a larger chain ring or spro- be rotated in either direction.
  • Page 44: Shimano Sti

    42 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8.6.4 Shimano STI Here is how you shift to a smaller spro- cket: On your gear-shift there are two levers. Lever • In order to shift you must be pedalling. A – this is also the brake lever - is for shifting to a larger chain ring or sprocket and Lever B •...
  • Page 45: Service The Brakes

    | 43 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Service the brakes • Read the following description regarding the handling of your quick-release hub axle and follow the instructions accordingly. Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! • Familiarise yourself with the handling of the quick-release hub axle.
  • Page 46 44 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • 2. Turn the nut counter-clockwise until the The ends of the springs with the smaller wheel can be removed from the frame or diameter always face the hub. front forks without any great effort. • On saddle stem locking quick-releases, Should the nut come right off the screw, instead of the nut there is a bolt head with...
  • Page 47 | 45 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3. On saddle stem quick release levers: instead of the nut, turn the bolt with the Allen key head itself clockwise. 4. Tilt the excentric lever so that it appro- ximately forms the extension of the hub axis Hold the lever in this position.
  • Page 48: Operate The Thru Axle

    Thru axles are used on both the frame and the fork of must not be tilted or stiff to turn while CUBE models. All CUBE models use the advanced and inserted/screwed in. reliable 12 mm thru axle system on the frame (MTB + ROAD + TOUR + URBAN) and the fork (ROAD + TOUR + URBAN).
  • Page 49: Assembling / Disassembling A Quick-Release Thru Axle On The Rear Wheel

    | 47 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A folding cam lever is often used on suspension forks to clamp the axle. After screwing in the axle, this lever must be folded and secured hand-tight. Failure to do so may result in the lever working itself loose, at the risk of causing an accident! 8.8.6 Assembling / disassembling a quick-...
  • Page 50: Dropout

    48 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8.8.7 Dropout In unpredictable traffic situations and on Please ensure that the locking screw on difficult terrain, it is often necessary to the fork ends dropout of the frame (MTB "click out" with one or even both shoes. + ROAD + TOUR + URBAN) and the fork •...
  • Page 51 | 49 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Have this fitting work done by your dealer. To position your foot correctly on the pedal: a) Bring the pedal down to its lowest position. b) With the toe of your shoe pointing downwards, position the hook nose of the shoe in the front pedal insertion point.
  • Page 52: Loading The Carrier

    50 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8.10 Loading the carrier Malfunctions during the ride Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! A carrier is not intended for transportati- on of bulky items or persons. If you carry out maintenance procedu- res you are not authorised to perform, Misuse of the carrier can lead to dange- this may result in dangerous riding...
  • Page 53: Gears And Drive Train

    | 51 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Gears and drive train Problem Possible causes Corrective action Gear does not shift or Shift lever not operated Operate again not cleanly correctly Gear out of adjustment Adjust in specialist workshop On steep incline, too great a Repeat gear shift on flat terrain;...
  • Page 54: Brake

    52 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Brake Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! The brakes on your bike are amongst the most important parts when it comes to your safety. Incorrectly functioning brakes can lead to dangerous riding conditions, falling, accidents and material damage.
  • Page 55: Splash Guard, Carrier And Lighting Set

    | 53 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Problem Possible causes Corrective action The seat post slips into Incorrect assembly Dismantle and assemble correctly according the frame or twists out of to point 11.2 position. The diameter of the seatpost is too small Assemble a seatpost with the correct diameter Poor suspension response Suspension has been set...
  • Page 56: Road Wheels And Tryes

    54 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Road wheels and tyres Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Damage to road wheels and tyres may lead to dangerous riding situations, falling, accidents and material damage. • At the slightest malfunction, contact your dealer immediately. •...
  • Page 57: After Falls Or Accidents

    | 55 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS After falls or accidents • Please also refer to the information provided in chapter 4.3. Risk of Personal Injury and Transporting your bike Material Damage! Damage after a fall or accident may lead Risk of Personal Injury and to dangerous riding situations, falling, Material Damage! accidents and material damage.
  • Page 58: All Categories/Series Except The Category Racing Bike/Triathlon

    56 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11.1 Fit and remove road wheels Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Risk of Personal Injury and Rim brakes only: Material Damage! when fitting and removing, the brake blocks can get twisted. Incorrectly fitted road wheels can lead to dangerous riding situations, falling, acci- •...
  • Page 59 | 57 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Spinning road wheels can cause injuries to your hands. • Never put your hand near a spinning road wheel. • Come to a complete standstill before carry- ing out works on, or around, the wheels. •...
  • Page 60 58 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Lift up the rear of the bike, placing the rear wheel under it so that the chain is over the smallest sprocket. • Disk brakes: insert the road wheel so that the brake disk can be easily pushed between the brake pads.
  • Page 61 | 59 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS b) Hydraulic rim brakes: fitting is as remo- val only in reverse sequence. • Place the brake booster on the lead screws • Insert any distance washers in the correct b) Inserting the front wheel: position and place the brake on the brake bosses.
  • Page 62: Road Bike/Triathlon

    60 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS On front wheel with hub dynamo (if fitted): • Refit the push connector between the hub dynamo and the cable. Check installation: • Operate the brakes. • If the brake block or brake touches the rim or the brake disks, this can indicate incorrect seating of the hub in the dropouts.
  • Page 63 | 61 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • a) On racing bike brakes: Open the quick release on your road wheel Shimano und Sram: (see also Chapter 8.8 Quick Releases) • • Move the lever upwards. Turn the locknut enough to allow suffici- ent room on the axle.
  • Page 64 62 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • placing the rear wheel under it so that the chain is over the smallest sprocket Close rim brakes a) On racing bike brakes: • Carefully lower the rear of the bike until the Shimano und Sram: axle is at the dropout stop on the right and left sides.
  • Page 65: Remove And Replace Seat Post And Saddle

    | 63 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • There is no lever on the brake: On carbon fibre seat posts, special types may be fitted with two screws. • Follow the reverse procedure to opening and press the pin on the brake lever from outwards to inwards.
  • Page 66 64 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS On carbon seat post and/or saddle Turn the saddle so that the saddle points in the direction of travel. • Apply assembly paste to the seat post and Ensure that the clamp is flush in the frame to the inside of the seat tube and only use and that the seat tube slots and the clamp assembly paste for carbon parts for this...
  • Page 67: Cleaning And Caring For Your Bike

    | 65 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12 Cleaning and caring for your Danger of material damage! bike Cleaning, lubrication and preserving agents are chemical products. Risk of Personal Injury and Material Damage! Incorrect use can damage your bike. Corrosion can damage components of •...
  • Page 68 66 | OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Clean and lubricate your chain as descri- Risk of Personal Injury and bed after every ride in wet conditions and Material Damage! every extended ride on a sandy subsur- face and at the latest every 200 km. If too much lubricant is used it can drip onto the rim and brake disk and contami- nate them.
  • Page 69: Servicing Schedule

    | 67 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Servicing schedule: Have servicing carried out at the intervals prescribed only in a specialist workshop authorised by the manufacturer. Type of inspection Normal use Frequent sport, competition or use of a competitive nature 1. Inspection at the latest after 200 km or 2 at the latest after 100 km or 1 month months Subsequent inspections...
  • Page 70: Warranty And Guarantee

    The extra costs for parts needed because of Generally, we grant the two years by law the frame changes (e.g. derailleurs, headsets, warranty for all Cube frames and rigid forks. shocks, etc.) are not covered by warranty The period of validity counts from the day of and have to be paid by the customer.
  • Page 71: Handover Inspection Checklist

    Reference was made to the warranty obligations in the CUBE operating instructions. Inspecting all screw connections in the chain- stays After inspecting these items, please check off!
  • Page 72: Hand Over Certificate

    AUSLIEFERUNGSURKUNDE HAND OVER CERTIFICATE Aufgrund gesetzlicher Vorschriften im Hinblick auf die Informationspfl icht bei Due to legal regulations with regards to the duty to provide information for Rückrufen, als auch im Zusammenhang mit Gewährleistungs- und Garantiean- recalls, as well as warranty and guarantee obligations, this hand over certifi cate sprüchen, ist diese Auslieferungsurkunde vor bzw.

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