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Update 31.03.2025: New model presented
With the Jam² 6.8, Focus has introduced a new equipment variant that is said to offer particularly good value for money. The bike already has the new mechanical Sram Eagle 70 transmission which has just been introduced. Click here for the complete equipment list of the bike.
Update 7.11.2024: Prices reduced
Good news for all bikers interested in buying one: The new Focus Jam² has been on the market for less than six weeks and we have already received the news that Focus is adjusting its prices slightly. And downwards. Apart from the limited top model 6.0, all models will be cheaper. And by 300 euros. The Jam² 6.7, 6.8 and 6.9 now cost 4699, 5699 and 6699 respectively with the smaller 600 battery. With 800 watt hours, the price is 300 euros more in each case.
This is the new Focus Jam²
"We have revised our E-MTBs with Bosch motor Jam², Thron² and Focus Sam²," say the Focus engineers, "naturally to better adapt them to modern E-MTB requirements. At first glance, the suspension travel of the individual bikes has moved closer together. However, we believe that this alone cannot define an E-MTB. Kinematics, geometry and equipment - all of these must be suitable for a specific use case. We believe we have succeeded in doing this with these three bikes. All three bikes are clearly differentiated from one another. But what all three bikes have in common is the battery concept and the premium look." Focus is the first bike to launch the Jam² onto the market.
More battery is not automatically better, according to Focus, which is why the Stuttgart-based company has organised its battery options like a modular system. The Jam² comes with a compact, removable 600 Wh battery. This creates a slim silhouette. If you need a little more capacity, you can also get a larger 800 Wh battery that fits in all frames - all you need is a larger cover for the down tube. If you want even more juice, you can buy a 250 Wh range extender. This results in battery configurations from 600 to a whopping 1050 Wh. Focus says: "With this range, no offence intended, you will most likely cut short the trail action before the battery is empty. Either because your bum hurts too much from riding uphill or because your legs give out."
The facts about the new Focus Jam²
- Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX, 85 NM
- Battery: Bosch PowerTube 600 or 800 Wh, optionally with range extender 250 Wh
- Suspension travel: 160/150 mm
- Wheel size: 29 inch
- Frame: 7005 aluminium (hydroformed)
- Frame sizes: S, M, L, XL
- Price: 4 models for 4699, 5699, 6699 and 7999 euros >> available here
- Weight: from 24.3 kg (manufacturer's specification)
New Bosch CX: The e-drive of the Focus
There it is: The fifth generation 5 of the Bosch Performance Line CX motor aims to be more reliable than any motor to date and provide enough power, even if you choose the via ferrata uphill. At 85 Nm/600 watts, the performance data remains identical to its predecessor, but the motor is slightly more compact and quieter and no longer rattles downhill. Everything on the new Bosch is of course Smart System compatible, and all Jam² models are equipped with a display.
The geometry of the Focus Jam²
Four frame sizes with reach values from a tight 425 to a really generous 510 millimetres. The steering angle of 65 degrees is a good average for a trail bike, but the rear end still has rather long 450 mm chainstays. As with many e-MTBs, the manual will require a strong arm pull to surf on the rear wheel. On the other hand, the long rear end provides good climbing characteristics and a smooth ride.
Models & price of the new Focus Jam²
Focus is offering four models of the new Jam². The top model is called the Jam² 6.0 and costs 7999 euros. The 6.7, 6.8 and 6.9 models accelerate with the same e-drive and have the same aluminium chassis. It's the equipment that makes the difference. Top on all bikes: The new radial tyres from Schwalbe for maximum grip.
Focus Jam² 6.0
- Price: 7999 Euro
- Fork: Rockshox Lyrik Ultimate 160 mm
- Shock: Rockshox Super Deluxe Select+, DebonAir+, 150 mm
- Gear system: Sram GX Eagle Transmission, 12-speed
- Brakes: Sram Code Silver, 4-piston
- Wheels: DT Swiss HX 1700, 29"
- Weight: 24.3 kg (according to manufacturer)
- Exclusively with 600 rechargeable battery
Focus Jam² 6.9
- Price: from 6999 euros >> available here
- Fork: Fox 36 Performance Elite, Grip X2, 160 mm
- Shock: Fox Float X Performance, 150 mm
- Gear system: Shimano Deore XT, 12-speed
- Brakes: TRP DH-R EVO PRO, 4-piston
- Wheels: DT Swiss H 1900
- 600 or 800 battery
Focus Jam² 6.8
- Price: from 5999 euros >> available here
- Fork: Rockshox Lyrik Select, 160 mm
- Shock: Rockshox Super Deluxe Select, 150 mm
- Gear system: Sram Eagle 70 Transmission, 12-speed
- Brakes: Sram DB8
- Wheels: Formula hubs, Raceface AR30 rims
- 600 or 800 battery
Focus Jam² 6.7
- Price: from 4699 Euro >> at Liquid Life or Bicycle XXL available
- Fork: Rockshox Psylo Silver RC, 160 mm
- Shock: Rockshox Deluxe Select, DebonAir+, 150 mm
- Gear system: Shimano Cues, 10-speed
- Brakes: Tektro Gemini SL, 4-piston
- Wheels: WTB STi30
- 600 or 800 battery
Dimitri Lehner
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