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SAM² Pro
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 170mm front |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Factory |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 8 |
| Groupset | EX1 |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 70Nm mid-drive |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'2"
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Summary
The Focus SAM2 is a robust enduro e-bike praised for its 170mm travel, lightweight design, and integrated Shimano Steps motor, offering a blend of power and agility. Its supple suspension and slack head angle enhance downhill confidence, though some riders note a lack of mid-stroke support and frequent pedal strikes. The bike's internal battery and TEC concept provide extended range, but battery removal is challenging.
170mm travel for robust performance
Lightweight design for an e-bike
Integrated Shimano Steps motor with smooth power delivery
Supple suspension and slack head angle boost downhill confidence
Internal battery with TEC concept for extended range
Internal battery is not easy to remove
Suspension lacks mid-stroke support
Low bottom bracket height leads to frequent pedal strikes
75-degree effective seat angle could be steeper for better climbing
Only available in three sizes, which may not fit all riders
Power delivery is ample yet relatively smooth, offering an intuitive 'normal-bike with superhuman legs' feel.
BikeRadarIt’s a beautiful high-performance electric bike that was built around a non-electric frame.
Electric Bike ReviewThe FOCUS SAM² PRO should please those of us who love good design!
E-Mountainbike MagazineFocus are all about making their e-bikes handle, as much as possible, like a regular mountain bike.
Flow Mountain BikeThe Focus Sam2 is an enduro bike with a built-in shuttle.
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Jul 2019 · Christoph Bayer
In times when the routine watchwords in bike development are "longer" and "slacker" the FOCUS SAM 8.9 looks almost old-fashioned.
Agile and playful handling
A fun bike that's guaranteed to put a smile on your face
Sensitive rear suspension
Rear suspension wallows on the descents and bobs on the climbs
Brakes are underpowered
Poor value for money
May 2019 · Ed Thomsett
Well proportioned and specced, but limited sizes and rear-end support hold the SAM back
Impressive spec and lively handling
Cockpit set up, pronounced outboard lock-on rings on grips
Mar 2019 · Rik Legge
A fun, all-mountain style bike rather than a dedicated race bike, the Focus SAM 9.9 shines on the flowing jumps and berms of the bike-park.
Sep 2018 · Danny Milner
Enduro race bike, super all-mountain tool or bike park toy? Before we tell you where this new Focus Sam sits in the Venn diagram, let's look at the details.
Jun 2018
Price: $5999.00 | Model Year: 2018 A full suspension enduro style e-mountain bike with long 170 mm air suspension by Fox, available in three frame sizes and two colors, excellent Magura hydraulic disc brakes. Near-perfect weight distribution, standard 175 mm Q Factor, super short chain stay length for snappy nimble feel, stealthy design with battery completely encased in the downtube. A full suspension enduro style e-mountain bike with long 170 mm air suspension by Fox, available in three frame sizes and two colors, excellent Magura hydraulic disc brakes.
A full suspension enduro style e-mountain bike with long 170 mm air suspension by Fox, available in three frame sizes and two colors, excellent Magura hydraulic disc brakes
Near-perfect weight distribution, standard 175 mm Q Factor, super short chain stay length for snappy nimble feel, stealthy design with battery completely encased in the downtube
Optional TEC Pack battery mounts on top of the downtube and doubles range for $599, bottle cage adapter uses the same mount for stock single-battery riding, comes with a dropper seat post
Faster 4 Amp charger with magnetic plug, excellent two-year comprehensive warranty, cannot remove the display or battery easily for protection or charging off-bike, display interface requires some reaching to change menus, Shimano motor doesn't offer shift detection and delivers more of a hard start than smooth
Mar 2018 · Christoph Bayer
The FOCUS SAM² PRO should please those of us who love good design! With its slender silhouette and harmonious proportions, it can’t, at first glance, be identified as an eMTB. But is it more than just a good-looking bike? NEW: Before we get into the review, we would like to tell you about our latest […]
May 2016
After testing this bike’s alloy predecessor some years ago, we’ve been waiting impatiently for the inevitable carbon version to arrive. And here it is; an uncompromising, stripped back, pure Enduro machine, itching to tear your favourite descent a new one. Construction This is a fantastic looking bike. From a humungous diamond shaped top tube, it …
Essentials-only Enduro slayer.
Lively and smooth suspension.
Rapid out of every corner.
Great climber.
Tyres and stem won't suit all riders' tastes.
No bottle mounts.
Jul 2015 · Gregg Kato
German brand Focus enters the US mountain bike market with a carbon 29er hardtail, carbon trail bike and carbon enduro racer. - Mtbr.com
| Frame | 7005 hydroformed aluminium, 3D forging, 170 mm F.O.L.D. kinematic, 148x12 mm through axle, internal cable routing, post mount 180 mm |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 36 Factory, 110x15 mm QR, 170 mm travel Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox DPS Factory, 230/67, hardware: shaft25,0x8 mm/body25,0x8 mm, custom tune |
| Stem | BBB, aluminium, Di2, 31.8 mm, 55 mm |
| Handlebar | BBB, aluminium, Di2, riserbar, 760mm, rise: 20mm, backsweep: 9degree |
| Seatpost | Fox Transfer Factory 31,6mm, internal, 1by remote Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM EX1, 8-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | 1x |
| Shifters | SRAM EX |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC, 200 mm / 180 mm Type: SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Race Face Turbine 584-30, 148x12 mm / 110x15 mm |
|---|---|
| Tires | Minion DHF 2.5 3C/TR/ EXO, foldable, |
| Motor | Shimano Steps E8000, 70 Nm, 250 W |
|---|---|
| Battery | 10,5 Ah |
| Display | SC-E-8000 / SW-E-8000-L |
First added April 22
Last updated April 22
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