2021 Focus
JAM 8.9 NINE
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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€4,399($4,834)| Weight | 30.6 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 140mm |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XTR, Race Face |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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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
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
Jun 2021 · Jamie Darlow
Trick wireless shifting, superb fork and shock and a complete frame reboot makes the Focus Jam 6.0 an intriguing new trail bike.
For the most part excellent geometry for a trail bike, delivering a fun and playful ride. Choice of RockShox suspension is inspired, and little details like a chainguide and tool bag are welcome.
CIS integrated stem limits your ability to fine tune the fit and balance. It’s weighty for a £4k bike.
Apr 2021
Focus' two all-new alloy JAM & THRON mountain bikes bring playful all-mountain trail riding into reach in affordable alloy MTBs...
Apr 2021 · Seb Stott
Focus has revamped their Jam trail bike with more travel and more aggressive geometry.
Aug 2020 · Christoph Bayer
The FOCUS JAM 6.8 NINE not only looks hot but is also a very capable all-rounder. However, it's held back by some of its components. Looking at it, can you guess what the problem is?
Very versatile bike
Confidence-inspiring and fun
Almost perfect spec
Tires
Rear suspension bottoms out
Little clearance for wider rear tires
| Frame | Carbon front triangle, 6061 Aluminum rear triangle, 140mm F.O.L.D. kinematic, PF30 BB, 148x12 thru axle, internal cable routing, Post Mount 180 mm BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit Color: Heritagebluematt / #70889b |
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| Fork | Rock Shox Pike Ultimate 29 Boost, Charger 2.1 RCT3, DebonAir, 15x110 mm, 51 mm rake, 140 mm travel Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+, 210/55 mm, hardware: 25 x 8mm, custom tune Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PressFit 30 |
| Headset | Acros AIX-322, tapered, IS 42/286-IS52/40 |
| Stem | BBB Jumper BHS-137, 31.8mm |
| Handlebar | BBB Ascension BHB-110, aluminium, riserbar, 780mm, rise: 20mm, backsweep: 9degree |
| Saddle | FOCUS Trail SL |
| Seatpost | Kind Shock RAGE I, 31,6mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | BBB Python BHG-95 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed |
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| Crank | Race Face Next R, carbon |
| Shifters | Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX CN-M7100 |
| Brakes | Magura MT Trail HC3, front: 4-piston / rear: 2-piston Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Magura MT Trail |
| Rims | DT Swiss M1900, 622-30, 148x12 mm / 110x15 mm |
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| Tires | Maxxis High Roller II 2.5 3C EXO TR |
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