Cube Attain C:62 SLX: Inexpensive road bike with electric Shimano 105 Di2 on test
Julian Schultz
· 20.01.2026
The price is hot: This was the impression we got when testing the top model of the Cube Attain. Thanks to its high-quality equipment, modern design and first-class workmanship, the C:62 SLT earned itself a clear price-performance tip. Does this also apply to the 500 euro cheaper and almost identically named C:62 SLX too? Our sister magazine TOUR put the marathon bike through its paces in the lab and in practice.
In the Bavarian bike manufacturer's portfolio, the Attain is a specialist for long distances. As the geometry is based on gravel bikes suitable for travelling, you sit very upright in the saddle. We are currently unaware of any other road bike that is easier on the back. Randonneurs and newcomers in particular will appreciate this. Ambitious riders, on the other hand, will probably prefer the Agree the significantly sportier endurance platform in the range. On the move, the SLX fully lives up to its character as a loyal companion. Thanks to the heavier aluminium wheels compared to the top model, the test bike tracks even more accurately and hardly requires any steering skills. Only when cornering at speed do you need to make clear steering inputs.
The biggest difference to the SLT can be seen on the scales: the 500 gram increase in total weight can be attributed to the heavier gear group and the thick Silver Arrow paintwork, as well as the wheels. Apart from that, Cube has also given the cheaper model a carbon seatpost and handlebars; compared to similar designs, however, the add-on parts are somewhat more rigid, which is noticeable both on the road and in the lab. Although the Attain is not uncomfortable to ride, we still recommend wider or tubeless-compatible tyres for its orientation as a long-distance road bike. Tyres up to 34 millimetres wide are possible. As with the Agree, a puncture repair kit can be stowed in an optional frame bag (39.95 euros), which is screwed into the rear frame triangle. Fixed mudguards cannot be fitted.
To summarise, the Attain C:62 SLX can also be recommended, as it has no significant weaknesses and is unrivalled in terms of price with the 105 Di2. Comparable bikes usually have a list price of over 3000 euros. However, as the top model of the Attain only costs 500 euros more, has a lighter groupset with the Ultegra Di2 and is somewhat sleeker and more agile with carbon rims, our testers would prefer the SLT. The basic version and offshoots with an aluminium frame are significantly cheaper, but with mechanical groupsets and cheap aluminium components, they do not offer the riding experience of the two Di2 bikes.
Cube Attain C:62 SLX: Price & more details
- Price: 2499 Euro >> available here
- Weight of complete wheel: 8.5 kilos
- Frame sizes: 47, 50, 53, 56, 58, 60, 62
- Note: 2,3
Geometry of the Cube
- Seat/top/head tube: 500/558/182 millimetres
- Stack/Reach/STR: 600/378 millimetres/1.59
- Stack+/Reach+/STR+: 681/556 millimetres/1.22
- Wheelbase/caster: 1,014/59 millimetres
Equipment
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano 105 Di2 (2x12; 50/34, 11-34 t.) | Shimano 105 Di2 (2x12; 50/34, 11-34 t.) Note: 1,0
- Brakes: Shimano 105 (160/160 mm) | Note: 1,5
- Tyres: Continental Grand Prix 30 mm | Note: 2,0
- Impellers: Newmen Evolution SL R.35
- Impeller weights: 1,381/1,878 grams (f./h.)
Measured values
- Weight of complete wheel: 8,510 grammes | Note: 3,7
- Driving stability: 8.0 N/mm | Note: 2,0
- Rear comfort: 143 N/mm | Note: 2,3
- Comfort front: 93 N/mm | Note: 2,7
- Ride/ bottom bracket stiffness: 60 N/mm | Note: 1,0
Strengths
- inexpensive
- Above-average equipment
- Top processing
Weaknesses
- High weight
How our sister magazine TOUR tests
Julian Schultz
Editor
