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JAM 8.9
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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€4,799($5,581)| Weight | 34.8 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 150mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Focus Jam enduro bike is praised for its strong, stiff frame and smooth FOLD suspension, offering high traction and a playful ride. However, it's often noted for being heavy, with some models suffering from linear suspension that lacks support. The bike's geometry and handling are generally well-received, making it a fun choice for technical trails, though climbing efficiency can be compromised by its weight and suspension characteristics.
Strong/stiff frame
Smooth and active FOLD suspension
High traction
Playful and aggressive geometry
Internal storage and clean cable routing
Heavy weight
Linear suspension lacks support
Suspension bobs under power
CIS stem complicates maintenance
Climbing efficiency affected by weight
The Focus Jam 6.9 is a naturally super smooth, high traction and a seriously strong stiff bike that lets you get away with a whole lot without flinching.
Bike PerfectMore dynamic riders are going to find the very linear suspension lacks support and feels the heat faster than normal on extended descents.
Bike PerfectFocus hit the nail on the head if it was aiming for a fun bike.
BikeRadarThe FOCUS JAM 8.9 is the cheapest full-suspension bike in our 2022 trail bike group test.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineIt's not the smuggling capabilities or even the reduced weight that sets it apart from the alloy version, but the suspension products which make it more engaging and predictable.Pinkbike
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Feb 2023 · Blake Neilsen
“What sort of an all-round package and ride performance will a budget of around $5000 get you in 2022? Let’s find out!” Reviewer // Blake Neilsen Photos // Matt Staggs For whatever reason it seems that the majority of the bike’s that we get sent in for review here at [R]evolution have price tags upwards of ten grand, or even more. So when Focus reached out to us and asked if we’d be interested in testing one of their bikes […]
Jul 2022 · Simon Kohler
Despite the small price tag, the FOCUS JAM 8.9 has a lot to offer. But how does it fare against the competition in our big 2022 trail bike group test?
Countless frame features
Plush suspension
Sticky dropper remote
Rear suspension bobs heavily on climbs
Suspension lacks support and pop
Feb 2022 · 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
Well thought-out spec
Neat frame storage
Looks smart
A lot of fun on the trail
A bit hefty in weight
CIS stem adds complication if you want/need to change it
Feb 2022 · Seb Stott
It uses the same swingarm as the alloy Jam, plus identical geometry and suspension kinematics, but with a carbon front triangle which not only saves a little weight (the alloy bike was a bit of a porker) but also adds a downtube storage compartment. .
Nov 2021 · Paul Burwell
The Focus Jam 6.9 is incredibly clean and it’ll stay that way for a long time because there are no cables scuffing the frame or fork crown.
Super clean internal cable routing
Rear suspension lacks support
Sep 2021 · Guy Kesteven
Focus says its Jam is designed to ‘release your inner child’ but the chunky build means big kids get to play rough, too
Seriously strong/stiff frame
Very smooth and active FOLD suspension
Neutral handling on a very stable frame platform
Masses of traction
Solid kit with XT highlights
Space for bottle and frame bag
Very heavy
Linear suspension lacks support
Needs very high shock pressures
CIS stem adds servicing/swap complications
Deore chain and cassette
Apr 2021 · Cory Benson
Focus' two all-new alloy JAM & THRON mountain bikes bring playful all-mountain trail riding into reach in affordable alloy MTBs...
| Frame | Carbon front triangle, 7005 Aluminum rear triangle, 150mm F.O.L.D. GEN2 kinematics, PF92 BB, 148x12 thru axle, internal cable routing, Post Mount 180 mm BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Blue |
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| Fork | FOX 36 Float Performance 29, Grip 3-Position, 110x15 mm, 44 mm rake Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float X Performance, 210/55 mm, hardware: 25.0 x 8.0 mm, no Bushing Travel: 150mm |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
| Headset | ACROS ZS56/ZS56 (ICR), FOCUS C.I.S. Integrated |
| Stem | FOCUS C.I.S. integrated, 50 mm, 0°, 35 mm, aluminium |
| Handlebar | RaceFace Chester 35, aluminium, 780 mm, rise: 35 mm, backsweep: 8° |
| Saddle | Proxim W349, Proxim W350 |
| Seatpost | Post Moderne dropper post PM-171, 31.6 mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | RaceFace Getta Grip |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed |
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| Crank | Shimano Deore XT M8120, 12-speed |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX CN-M7100, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8120, 4 piston | Shimano XT M8120, 4 piston Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT SWISS M1900, 622-30, 148x12 mm / 110x15 mm |
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| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHF, 3C EXO, 29 x 2.5" | Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C EXO+, 29 x 2,4" |
First added March 1
Last updated May 30