Focus THRON² 6.8 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,045$
Weight | 24 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SLX, FSA -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery 625 Wh -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
7005 hydroformed aluminium, 3D forging, 130mm F.O.L.D. kinematic, 148x12 mm thru axle, internal cable routing, post mount 180 mmm
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Recon RL 29 Boost, E-MTB, 110x15 mm, 51 mm rake, 130 mm travel
Rear Shock
SR Suntour Edge LOR, 190/45 mm, hardware: 25,0 x 8mm, custom tune
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Crank
FSA CK-320, aluminium
Bottom Bracket
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Chain
Shimano SLX CN-M7100
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec D041, 15x110 mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Novatec D162 Disc, 12x148 mm
Rims
Rodi Tryp 30 custom for FOCUS
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance Addix 2.6
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT420, 4-piston, hydraulic disc brake
Brake Levers
Shimano MT420
Cockpit
Stem
FOCUS aluminium, 31,8 mm, 60 mm, 17°
Handlebar
Aluminium, riserbar, 760mm
Grips
FOCUS Sport Ergo
Headset
VP Components, ZS56/28,6-ZS56/40
Seat
Saddle
Proxim W350
Seatpost
Kind Shock E30i, 31,6mm,Kind Shock E30IS KS, 31,6x 485 mm, remote,Kind Shock E30I 31,6x 380 mm, remote
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance CX Gen4, 85 Nm, 250 W
Battery
625 Wh
Remote
Bosch Purion
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XL | MD | LG | SM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 296 mm | 326 mm | 345 mm | 296 mm |
| Front Center | 588 mm | 667 mm | 705 mm | 646 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 42 mm | 51 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 106 mm | 111 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 533 mm | 610 mm | 627 mm | 618 mm |
| Reach | 383 mm | 400 mm | 415 mm | 425 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 540 mm | 578 mm | 590 mm | 607 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74.2 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 400 mm | 420 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 68 ° | 67.3 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 120 mm | 110 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 415 mm | 465 mm | 445 mm | 415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 990 mm | 1128 mm | 1148 mm | 1049 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 78 mm | 48 mm | 29 mm | 78 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
THRON² 6.8 belongs to the Focus E Thron model. Focus launched 20 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Focus E Thron e-bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Focus Thron² 6.7 2021 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 4671$. Focus THRON² 7.11 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 6370$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail e-bike you should know that the average price is 3365$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Focus released this model in 2021, its price was 4671$. Comparing this to the average Trail e-bike price, we see that the price is 38.81% more expensive.
Trail e-bikes average weight
Trail e-bikes have an average weight of 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Focus THRON² 6.8 it’s weighing 24 kg (52.91 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 1.27% heavier than the average weight of Trail e-bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
THRON² 6.8 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this e-bike is SR Suntour Edge LOR, with a travel distance of 130mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The THRON² 6.8 2021 e-bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your e-bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The THRON² 6.8 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!