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2023 CUBE

LITENING AERO C:68X PRO

A carbon frame aero bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

€4,699($5,465)
Weight17.0 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetForce, Force eTap
BrakesSRAM Force Hydraulic Disc
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

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41 mph

LITENING AERO C:68X PRO

40 mph

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Summary

The CUBE Litening is a high-performance race bike that combines aerodynamic efficiency with lightweight construction, offering a fast and responsive ride. It's praised for its excellent build spec, competitive pricing, and aggressive yet comfortable geometry. While it excels in speed and handling, some reviews note a firm ride quality and limited adjustability in integrated cockpits.

Pros
  • Lightweight frame with advanced carbon technology

  • Ruthless aerodynamic efficiency

  • Excellent build spec for the money

  • Agile and predictable handling

  • Competitively priced

Cons
  • Firm ride quality

  • Limited adjustability of integrated cockpits

  • Proprietary components may not suit all riders

  • Transmits noticeable road feedback

  • Some models have exposed axle ends and rattling cables

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The Cube Litening C:68X SL is a fantastic all-round aero road bike that is great fun to ride.
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It’s fast, relatively light, has an exciting ride quality and features an excellent build spec.
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The Litening feels racy and sharp on the road, and standing on the pedals elicits a snappy response with no detectable flex.
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The good-natured, intuitive handling lets both beginners and pros have fun.
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A well-built and effective aero bike that works in the real world.
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road.cc
Cube Litening Aero C:68X Pro 2023

Nov 2023 · Stu Kerton

A firm ride offset by real world aerodynamics and great finishing kit for the money

Highs
  • Aero shape works in the real world

  • High-quality build

  • Precise handling makes it fun in the bends

Lows
  • Firm ride for UK roads

  • Steering can't turn full lock

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Gran Fondo Magazine
2023 CUBE Litening AERO C:68X SLT aero race bike in review – Fun on a budget?

Feb 2023 · Martin Staffa

2023 CUBE Litening AERO C:68X SLT aero race bike in review – Fun on a budget?

Highs
  • Excellent value for money

  • Brilliant spec

  • High level of comfort thanks to the relaxed riding position

  • Sparkly paint job

Lows
  • Exposed axle ends

  • Internally routed cables rattle

  • The tops of the handlebar aren’t ergonomic

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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 C:68X Pro review

May 2020 · Warren Rossiter

Fast, flighty and firm machine for those looking for speed above comfort

Highs
  • Fast, efficient and light for an aero bike

Lows
  • Firm ride and aggressive ride position aren’t for everyone

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Litening C:68X® Aero Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, Aero Optimized Tubes, Full Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Tire Clearance28c

ColorCarbon’n’black

Fork

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

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB Road, 86mm Pressfit

Headset

ACROS, Top Integrated 1 1/8", Bottom Integrated 1 1/4"

Handlebar

ICR Aero Cockpit System, Integrated Cable Routing, Aero Spacer System, Garmin/Wahoo Mount Interface

Saddle

Natural Fit Nuance SLT Road Carbon

Seatpost

Litening C:68X® Aero, Comfort Flex

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM Force AXS™, 12-Speed

Front Derailleur

SRAM Force AXS™

Crank

SRAM Force DUB Carbon, 48x35T

Shifters

SRAM Force AXS™

Cassette

SRAM Force XG-1270, 10-33T

Chain

SRAM Force D1

Brakes

SRAM Force AXS™ (160/160)

TypeSRAM Force Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Mavic Cosmic SL 45

Tires

Schwalbe Pro One, Tubeless Easy, 28-622

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