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2021 Focus

PARALANE² 6.9

An aluminum frame endurance e-bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

€4,499($5,232)
Weight34.5 lbs  
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetUltegra
MotorFazua 250W 60Nm mid-drive
Battery250Wh
BrakesShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
PARALANE² 6.9
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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

(climbing)

39 mph

PARALANE² 6.9

39 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews

Summary

The Focus Paralane2 is praised for its endurance-focused design, offering a smooth ride that closely mimics a traditional road bike, with added comfort from wide tyres and in-built compliance. Its Fazua motor system is highlighted for providing just enough assistance on hills without overpowering the rider, maintaining a sporty character. However, some reviews note limitations like the motor's engagement below 25kph and the bulkiness of the Fazua controller.

Pros
  • Smooth-riding road-bike feel

  • Fazua motor system provides balanced assistance

  • Excellent comfort with wide tyres and compliance features

  • Can take up to 35mm tyres for versatility

  • Quality ride that rewards physical effort

Cons
  • Motor only kicks in below 25kph

  • Fazua controller is bulky and cheap looking

  • Road Boost axles limit aftermarket wheel choice

  • Battery is heavy and at potential risk of theft

Key Quotes
Innovative as always, Focus were one of the first brands to not only utilise Fazua’s clever removable motor and battery system but also deliver a proper performance based e-road bike with the Paralane2.
Cycling Weekly logoCycling Weekly
The beauty of Fazua’s system is its unobtrusive nature. It’s like getting a second wind but you always feel like it’s you in control rather than the bike taking over.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
With the Paralane², Focus provide an aesthetically pleasing and integrated solution for the E-road sector.
Gran Fondo Magazine logoGran Fondo Magazine

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Gran Fondo Magazine
FOCUS PARALANE² 9.9 in Review

Aug 2019 · Benjamin Topf

With the Paralane² 9.9, FOCUS were one of the first bike brands in the E-road bike market. How will the FOCUS fare in a direct comparison?

Highs
  • Near-flawless spec

  • Clever details

  • Good performance over 25 km/h

Lows
  • Cumbersome front end

  • Additional bracket for the remote on the cockpit

  • Rattling fenders

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Road Bike Action
Bike Test: Focus Paralane

Dec 2018 · David Kennedy

The Focus Paralane is of two worlds

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BikeRadar
Focus Paralane² e-road bike first ride review

Jun 2018 · Warren Rossiter

One of the key aspects for Focus was that the Paralane² had to be light, so it worked with German start-up Fazua (named after Bavarian slang for ‘go-on’), which was born out of a university project and is now an independent e-bike system maker.. .

Highs
  • Rides like a bike, motor is there to assist not take over, is a decent bike without the motor too

Lows
  • E-switch is a little bulky, I’d have preferred a more all-rounder tyre

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Cyclist
Focus Paralane 105 review

Mar 2018 · Matthew Page

Not the lightest, but an excellent all-rounder that delivers a smooth and comfortable ride

Highs
  • Neutral but sharp and rewarding handling

  • Sleek mudguard fitting

  • Quick and simple thru-axle design

Lows
  • Heavy wheels

  • Lack of tyre feedback

  • Bulky levers

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VeloNews
Focus Paralane 105

Mar 2018 · William Tracy

With the Paralane, Focus has created a disc-brake road bike for all seasons, all conditions, and for a variety of riding styles.

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road.cc
Focus Paralane Tiagra 2018

Feb 2018 · David Arthur @davearthur

Comfort meets practicality in this highly desirable long distance package

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Aluminium E-Road, disc, road boost 148x12 mm thru axle, R.A.T Evo technology, flat mount 160 mm, internal cable routing

ColorZilver / #A7a9ac

Fork

Carbon, disc, road boost 110x12 mm, thru axle, R.A.T Evo technology, flat mount 160/140 mm, internal cable routing

Headset

IS42/28.6 - IS52/40

Stem

BBB Deluxe, aluminium, 31.8mm, +/- 7 degree

Handlebar

BBB Basic, aluminium, drop: 125 mm, reach: 70mm

Saddle

Prologo Scratch

Seatpost

BBB Deluxe, Aluminium, 27,2mm, 350mm, set-back 20mm

TypeRigid

Grips

FOCUS Bartape SL

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000

Crank

FSA, aluminium

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra R8020

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra R8000

Chain

Shimano CN-HG701

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra R8020 hydraulic disc, 160 / 160 mm

TypeShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Ultegra R8020

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss RR521 SPLINE DB, 32mm height w/ DT Swiss 370 boost hub

Tires

Vittoria Zaffiro Pro, 700 x 28C, Folding

Electric Components
Motor

FAZUA evation, 60 Nm, 250 W

Battery

250 Wh

Display

FAZUA evation 1.0 remote

Accessories
Fenders

Curana C-Lite

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