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2020 CUBE

Litening C:68X Frameset

A carbon frame race frameset.

Manufacturer Price

€2,436($2,833)
Weight3.5 lbs (frame)  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
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Summary

The CUBE Litening is a high-performance race bike that excels in aerodynamics, speed, and handling, making it a standout in its category. It features a lightweight frame with advanced carbon technology, offering a stiff yet surprisingly comfortable ride. While it boasts impressive specs and value, some reviews note a firm ride quality and limited turning ability.

Pros
  • Lightweight frame with advanced carbon technology

  • Excellent aerodynamics and speed

  • Surprisingly comfortable for a race bike

  • High-quality build and value

  • Fast and fluid handling

Cons
  • Firm ride quality

  • Limited turning ability

  • Wheels and tyres may not meet all riders' preferences

Key Quotes
Move over oil slick, Cube’s Limited Edition Litening C:68X is more like rainbow slick.
Bikerumor logoBikerumor
It’s a bike that wants to be ridden fast.
Cycling Weekly logoCycling Weekly
The Litening is nothing short of badass. If it were a person, it would have a mohican and wear leather mitts with spikes on the knuckles.
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Bikerumor
Found: Cube Litening C:68X Limited Edition frameset drapes oil slick from front to back

Feb 2021 · Zach Overholt

Oil slick? Rainbow slick? Whatever you want to call it, this limited edition frameset from Cube is sure to draw some attention.

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Cyclist
Cube Litening C:68X Pro review

Dec 2020 · Sam Challis

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

Highs
  • Price

  • High quality frame

  • Feels fast

Lows
  • Firm ride quality

  • Wheels let the spec down

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BikeRadar
Cube Litening SLT C:68X review

May 2020 · Warren Rossiter

Highly accomplished race-ready rig with value (compared to its rivals and other Grand Tour proven designs)

Highs
  • Fast and fluid handling

Lows
  • Doesn’t come setup tubeless

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Cycling Weekly
Cube Litening C:68X

Dec 2019 · Paul Norman

Skinny frontal profile helps reduce drag by 30% and start improvement over its last model

Highs
  • Fast

  • Agile

  • Lightweight

Lows
  • Limited turning ability

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

C:68X, Carbon Technology, Litening C:68X Aero, Integrated Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc

ColorProteam Replica

Fork

Litening C:68X Aero, Integrated Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc

Handlebar

Litening C:68X ICR Aero Cockpit System, Integrated Cable Routing, Aero Spacer System, Garmin Mount Interface (50cm, 52cm: 400mm/90mm; 54cm, 56cm: 420mm/100mm; 58cm: 440mm/110mm; 60cm: 440mm/120mm)

Seatpost

Litening C:68X Aero, Comfort Flex

TypeRigid

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Last updated August 4

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