Focus JAM² 8.9

Focus JAM² 8.9

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Sumarize

The JAM² 8.9 bike from Focus features a Bosch Smart System with Performance CX e-drive, System Controller with Kiox 300 display, and 750 Wh battery. It has a 160 mm travel FOX 36 Factory suspension fork and 150 mm F.O.L.D. kinematics with FOX X Performance rear shock. The bike is equipped with Shimano XT 1x12 shifting and has a modern bike geometry. Its components include a carbon front triangle, an aluminum rear triangle, and a 150 mm F.O.L.D. GEN2 kinematics. It has Shimano XT M8120, 4 piston brakes, and runs on DT Swiss H1900 wheels with Schwalbe Magic Mary front tire and Schwalbe Big Betty rear tire.

Highlights

  • Top Carbon Frame
  • Good Groupset components
  • Top brakes
  • Best suspension components
  • Top reviews from the bike magazines
  • Developed in Germany

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Description

SRP7999 €
CategoryE-Mountain
Travel Front160 mm
Travel Rear200 mm
Weight23.6 kg
Wheels28 Aluminum
Frame MaterialCarbon
GroupsetShimano XT
ForkFox 36 Factory
ShockFox Float X
Ebike MotorBosch
Ebike Battery750 Wh
BrakesShimano XT

Reviews

E-Mountainbike Magazine

Rudolf Fischer

It wasn’t love at first sight, but our first meeting went well enough with both the FOCUS JAM² 6.9 and the SAM² 6.9 to go on a second date. The new design around the motor integration of the Bosch Smart System is not particularly attractive, but the inner...

Pinkbike

Seb Stott

The Jam² been completely overhauled, with a new motor, geometry, and suspension layout.

Bikerumor

Cory Benson

Focus already has a solid 150mm travel alloy all-mountain ebike with their original JAM², but now the full carbon JAM² SL takes natural riding to the next level with a much lighter frame, much lighter powertrain, and adaptable enduro-leaning geometry. Focus...

BikeRadar

Luke Marshall

Focus has found an excellent balance that translates to on-trail enjoyment, so long as you aren’t in a rush up the hills

Pros
  1. Well thought-out spec
  2. neat frame storage
  3. looks smart
  4. a lot of fun on the trail
Cons
  1. A bit hefty in weight
  2. CIS stem adds complication if you want/need to change it

ENDURO Mountainbike Magazine

mschneider

First ride review of the 2022 FOCUS JAM 8.9. Is this the perfect toy for grownups and can it deliver on the trail with its budget spec?

Pros
  1. all-rounder qualities
  2. clever cable routing
  3. Good value for money
Cons
  1. gets nervous at high speeds
  2. stiff dropper remote
  3. cockpit could be taller for the descents

MBR

Alan Muldoon

The Focus Jam gets fruitier by the year, now with plusher suspension and a real DH bias.

Pros
  1. Plush suspension and good flex response from the frame provide plenty of traction. Shimano XT brakes and drivetrain performed without fault. Tyre combo is designed for aggressive trail riding in the very worst conditions. Internal frame storage is a bonus.
Cons
  1. Would benefit from a higher rise bar or 160mm fork. Swapping the CIS stem is a total pain. Headset bearing seized up after a couple of particularly wet rides. Not the most responsive to pedalling efforts. PF92 Bottom Bracket.

E-Mountainbike Magazine

Testing the latest generation of the FOCUS JAM27.0 – Shimano EP8 motor, big 720 Wh battery and near-perfect spec including a wireless drivetrain for € 7,799.

Pros
  1. Motor integration and cable routing
  2. Touring and all-round capabilities
  3. Very strong equipment
Cons
  1. high noise level in downhill
  2. suspension tuning from the factory

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Specifications

Frame

Frame
Carbon front triangle, aluminium rear triangle, 150 mm F.O.L.D. GEN2 kinematics, 148x12 mm thru axle, internal cable routing, post mount 203 mm
Frame Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Frame Colors
Blackmatt Blackmatt

Ebike System

Motor
Bosch Performance Line CX Smart System, 36 V / 250 W / 85 Nm
Battery
Charger
-

Suspension

Fork
FOX 36 Float Factory 29, Grip 2, 110 x 15 mm, 44 mm rake
Rear Shock
FOX Float X Performance, 210/55 mm, hardware: 25,0 x 8.0, no Bushing

Cockpit

Stem
FOCUS C.I.S. integrated, 50 mm, 0°, 35 mm, aluminium
Handlebars
RaceFace Atlas 35, aluminium, 820 mm, rise: 35 mm, backsweep: 8°
Tape/Grips
-
Saddle
Fizik Terra Aidon

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Chain
Shimano SLX CN-M7100, 12-speed
Crankset
RaceFace Aeffect R e-Optimized Bosch G4
Chainrings
Bottom Bracket
Integrated in Drive Unit

Brakes

Front Brake
Shimano XT M8120, 4 piston
Shift Levers
Disc

Wheels

Front Rim
DT Swiss H1900, 622-30, 148x12 mm / 110x15 mm
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
DT Swiss H1900, 622-30, 148x12 mm / 110x15 mm

Geometry Focus JAM² 8.9

SizeSMLXL
Seat Tube Length (mm)390420440460
Seat Tube Angle76.576.576.576.5
Head Tube Length (mm)100100120140
Head Tube Angle64.564.564.564.5
Top Tube Length (mm)678608637672
Chainstay Length (mm)450450450450
Wheelbase (mm)1200123012631302
Stack (mm)616616634652
Reach (mm)430460485515
BB Offset (mm)25252525
Handelbar Width (mm)820820820820
Stem Length (mm)50505050

Customer questions & answers

FAQ Focus JAM² 8.9

How heavy is the Bike?

The JAM² 8.9 weights 23,60 kg. Thats roughly 52,0 pounds

What material is the frame of the Focus JAM² 8.9?

The Focus JAM² 8.9 ist crafted with Carbon

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Focus?

The SRP Price is our information at 7999 EUR

Where das the Brand Focus is originated?

Focus is a Company from Germany