Focus Jam2 2021 coil options (Gen 2 - Bosch)

[J_J_T]

Hi so strarting a new topic for coil rear shocks. I have ordered from ridewill.it DB coil inline version. Anyone using it or other coil shock at the moment?

 

[Kiwi_Stu]

Hi guys, i have a Bomber CR 216x63 (yes gives 20 mm extra travel without issues) with ohlins spring on my Jam2 for the past year or so and had no issues. One thing to note i have an L frame and not sure this works for M frames. I have a photo at this thread:

Focus Jam2 - Suspension - Rear Coil Shock & Front Fork Upgrades​

 

[Foot out flat out]

Hi so strarting a new topic for coil rear shocks. I have ordered from ridewill.it DB coil inline version. Anyone using it or other coil shock at the moment?

Hi, I have the jam2 6.9 2021 not sure if you have the same but am also looking to upgrade the shock to coil or maybe fox X2 or cane creek air inline if they fit. DPS has done its job but need more fine tuning, have you fitted the cane creek coil in
line or tried any other options? if so could you post pics? Cheers

Hi so strarting a new topic for coil rear shocks. I have ordered from ridewill.it DB coil inline version. Anyone using it or other coil shock at the moment

 

[SGS]

Fox Float X or DPX2 work perfectly in Large or X-Large frames fitted with Bosch motors. Bosch and Shimano motored frames have different rocker designs, what works on a Shimano frame does not necessarily work on a Bosch frame

 

[Ash]

I couldn’t fit a Bomber on my 2021 6.9. Sourced a Sam2 main link (it extends out further) and it just slotted in without any rubbing. Heaps better than DPS

 

[SGS]

I couldn’t fit a Bomber on my 2021 6.9. Sourced a Sam2 main link (it extends out further) and it just slotted in without any rubbing. Heaps better than DPS

Where did you get the main link from?

 

[Ash]

Where did you get the main link from?

I live in Australia. Emailed about 5 different bike shops that sold/serviced Jam2 asking if anyone had the part. One eventually said they did. My local shop said they could order one in, but would take a couple of months.

 

[Sijmes]

Do you have a part number for that ?

 

[Ash]

KD325921912

 

[Ash]

Do you have a part number for that ?

https://www.focusitaliagroup.it/upl...menti_2021/MOD_F21101-1_8_Disegno Esploso.pdf

 

[Sijmes]

Great stuff, I'm on this... Any chance of a photo of yours ?

 

[Ash]

Attached

 

[Ash]

Wider angle for ref

 

[Sijmes]

She's a Beaut !!!

 

[SGS]

New and Old

 

[SGS]

Coil shock installed on 2020 Jam2 Large frame, 550lb coil

 

[SGS]

I replaced the main rocker with a Sam2 rocker, installing which has it's own issues. First, the Sam2 rocker is wider at the mount where it attaches to the frame - fixed by adding 2 slim washers on either side. Second, the rocker now strikes the seat tube at full extension, I actually had to compress the shock a little to install it - I'll fix that by sticking a thick rubber pad on the seat tube. And, the coil misses striking the frame by a whisker.

 

[Sijmes]

Good work, it's a great bike, Ollie Wilkins and Deakin choose it over the Sam. Deakin does local downhill comps and Enduro on one.

 

[SGS]

KD325921912

Did you have to modify anything? Does the rocker touch the frame at full extension?

 

[SGS]

Now with Fox SLS 550lb coil - looks great and works well

 

[SGS]

A closer pic, showing shock and Sam2 rocker

 

[SGS]

Now running this coil - softer initially then firms up

 

[SGS]

Large frame
Fox DHX required fitting rocker from a Sam2 to allow for spring clearance

 

[Aapeli]

Also got Sam2 linkage. Linkage is hitting the frame and need to compress shock to fit it in place. Same as others.

But this changes the bike geometry, rear axle is 10mm lower with this setup. So there will be increase in steering angle. And of course shorter travel because you have to compress shock.

 

[sakis]

I live in Australia. Emailed about 5 different bike shops that sold/serviced Jam2 asking if anyone had the part. One eventually said they did. My local shop said they could order one in, but would take a couple of months.

Good evening my friend. I have the focus jam2 6.9 (2021/medium). I almost sold my bike for the same reason. I bought 2 suspensions, the fox dhx and the fox dhx2 one, both of which were hitting on the frame so I was not able to install them. If I buy this link that you mention above, will I be able to install dhx? If yes, can you tell me where to buy it? Thank you very much!

 

[Mysfit]

Where i can buy this Sam² linkage ref part : KD325921912 ?

 

[SGS]

Where i can buy this Sam² linkage ref part : KD325921912 ?

Your local Focus bike shop should be able to order it in for you.

 

[SGS]

Good evening my friend. I have the focus jam2 6.9 (2021/medium). I almost sold my bike for the same reason. I bought 2 suspensions, the fox dhx and the fox dhx2 one, both of which were hitting on the frame so I was not able to install them. If I buy this link that you mention above, will I be able to install dhx? If yes, can you tell me where to buy it? Thank you very much!

I cannot guarantee that it will fit a medium frame, mine is a large and it fit OK.

 

[Mysfit]

Even rear shock absorber is fully compressed ?Did you ride in bkie park or try in big jump ?

 

[SGS]

Even rear shock absorber is fully compressed ?Did you ride in bkie park or try in big jump ?

That will depend on the spring rate used in relation to the weight of the rider. My setup works well in all instances