Focus going with Bosch for 2020 models

[Injidup]

Just received an email from Focus showing their new Jam2 models will have the 4th gen Bosch motor and bigger (removable) batteries...
Focus Bikes - BOSCH E-Bikes EN

 

[Eckythump]

Really tempted to cancel the YT. No carbon frame at launch though And not sure about the ‘anti hacking’ implemented by Bosch on this new motor?
Do really like my Jam2 and the thought of larger battery is really cool.

 

[highpeakrider]

I like the look of these , but my current Jam does what I need......

 

[Jamsxr]

These looks really nice, geo and value look really good on paper. Personally I don’t see the point in a carbon frame eBike, negilable weight saving for extra cost and less durability.

 

[Eckythump]

These looks really nice, geo and value look really good on paper. Personally I don’t see the point in a carbon frame eBike, negilable weight saving for extra cost and less durability.

Dunno about the durability, my Jam2 picked up a dent in the down tube on its second ride. No dents in my Evil....

 

[Telemarker]

looks like the Sam2 staying with E8000 Or model being dropped from Range

 

[highpeakrider]

Few more pics here
2020 Focus Jam² | Shimano or Bosch? You Decide - Singletrack Charged

 

[OldBean]

Evolution not revolution was always a good policy.
I will buy a new Emtb only when they give us GEARBOXES not derailleurs.
still love my Jam 2

 

[Grant Johnson]

So are all the new ones got the bigger battery? I liked the idea of the smaller battery on the Focus's making it a lighter bike.

 

[Eckythump]

The new version with the Bosch motor will be available in August.
The current model with Shimano motor is still available and are now being supplied with the TEC piggy back battery as standard.

 

[Gavalar]

Whyte are also going with the new Bosch system, yes, you read that right, Whyte are launching an E-bike imminently, they look pretty good from what I can tell on their website, I'm holding off on the YT Decoy until I have seen the Whyte's in the flesh.

 

[Sedona03]

Question, will the new bigger battery be able to swap into older focus frames?
I rides a Bold2 29er with smaller battery and don't really want the T. E. C pack.

 

[MattyB]

Question, will the new bigger battery be able to swap into older focus frames?
I rides a Bold2 29er with smaller battery and don't really want the T. E. C pack.

Unfortunately not, it’s a totally new battery and far bigger capacity so there is no way it will fit.

 

[RCDallas]

Unfortunately not, it’s a totally new battery and far bigger capacity so there is no way it will fit.

It is also a Bosch battery so will not work with Shimano motor

 

[Sedona03]

Typical! Thanks for bursting my bubble,lol..