Focus PLANET² 6.8 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 80mm
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Fork Suntour XCM
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Groupset Deore
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive
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Battery 625 Wh
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Drivetrain 1 × 10
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Integrale 0.6, Aluminium
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM 32 LOR, 15x100 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M4120, 10-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M4100
Cassette
Shimano Deore M4100, 10-speed
Crank
LANHANG - BOSCH GEN4
Bottom Bracket
Integrated in Drive Unit
Chain
KMC X10.93
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Alivio MT400, 15x100 mm
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505, QR
Rims
RODI TRYP25, 25-622
Tires
Schwalbe Hurricane Performance, 57-622
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200, hydraulic disc brake
Brake Levers
Shimano MT200
Cockpit
Stem
FOCUS aluminium, 31,8 mm, 60 mm, 17°
Handlebar
690 mm, riserbar, backsweep: 15°, 31,8 mm
Grips
Herrmans Click
Headset
VP Components, ZS 44/286 - ZS56/40
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Vivo
Seatpost
Aluminium, 31,6 mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line CX, 36 V / 250 W / 85 Nm
Battery
625 Wh
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.7 mm | 1.7 mm | 1.69 mm |
| Front Center | 650 | 654 mm | 662 mm | 677 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 74 mm | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Stack | 656 mm | 665 mm | 675 mm | 682 mm |
| Reach | 391 mm | 392 mm | 398 mm | 404 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 593 mm | 597 mm | 605 mm | 614 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 430 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 170 mm | 180 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 490 mm | 490 mm | 490 mm | 490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1132 mm | 1136 mm | 1145 mm | 1160 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
PLANET² 6.8 completes the Focus E Planet2 model. Focus launched 15 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Focus PLANET² 5.7 2021 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 2866$. Focus PLANET² 6.9 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 4458$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Hybrid e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Hybrid e-bike is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3821$. Comparing this to the average Hybrid e-bike price, we see that the price is 54.07% more expensive.
Average weight for Hybrid e-bikes
Hybrid e-bikes have an average weight of 23.79 kg (52.45 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Focus PLANET² 6.8 it’s weighing 24.7 kg (54.45 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 3.83% heavier than the average Hybrid e-bike.
PLANET² 6.8 components
Fork
The PLANET² 6.8 comes factory-installed with the Suntour XCM fork. This has a travel range of 80mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the PLANET² 6.8 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The PLANET² 6.8 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
