2024 Focus
IZALCO MAX 9.9
A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
€8,999($9,888)| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Dura-Ace Di2 |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'4" – 6'9"
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Dec 2023 · Jessie-May Morgan
The 2024 Focus Paralane mirrors the Izalco Max silhouette, combining its NACA tube shapes with a compliance-prioritizing carbon layup for endurance comfort.
Oct 2023 · Jack Evans
Focus turns the speed dial up to the Max
Aero optimised frame
High frame stiffness
Respectable weight
Customisable cockpit
Sleek looks
Impressive spec
No top spec sram option
Firm ride
Limited tyre clearance
Oct 2023 · Martin Staffa
All new and built for speed? With the IZALCO MAX G4 2024, FOCUS present a modern, speed-hungry bike. But is speed alone enough for a top-class road bike?
Racing look and feel
Good level of compliance
Suitable for indoor trainers
Discreet branding
Fully integrated cockpit would better realise the bike’s aero aspirations
Nov 2021 · Robin Wilmott
Cut-down cockpit, single-ring Dura-Ace crank, and Vittoria tubular tires all in the name of saving a few grams.
Jan 2021 · Marc Abbott
The Focus Izalco Max Disc 8.6 is a rapid, engaging, comfortable entry-level aero machine
Stiffness
Handling prowess
Sensible spec
Well geared
Neat aero design and integration
Shimano 105 chainset would complete the package
Low bottom bracket
| Frame | MAX technology carbon, disc, BB86, 142x12 mm thru axle, flat mount 160/140 mm, internal cable routing BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: / #4d4f53/#4d4f53 |
|---|---|
| Fork | MAX technology carbon, integrated cable routing, disc, 100x12 mm, flat mount |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Pressfit Road BB86 |
| Headset | ACROS IS 52/286-IS52/40 (ICR), FOCUS integrated C.I.S. |
| Stem | FOCUS C.I.S. 2.0 integrated, 31.8 mm, aluminium, with Garmin / Wahoo-Mount |
| Handlebar | Easton EC70 Aero, carbon, drop: 125 mm, reach: 80 mm |
| Saddle | fi'zi:k Vento Argo R5 |
| Seatpost | FOCUS Aero Carbon, D-shape, 350 mm, set-back: 15 mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | FOCUS Bartape SL |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250, 12-speed |
| Crank | Shimano Dura-Ace R9250, 12-speed |
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250, 12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Dura-Ace CS-R9200, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano XTR CN-M9100, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-R9270, 12-speed Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss ERC1400, carbon, 622-22, 12x100 mm / 12x142 mm, 45 mm height |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Vittoria Corsa, Next TLR, 28-622, Folding, Rear: Vittoria Corsa, Next TLR, 28-622, Folding |
Last updated May 4