My LBS has a good deal on a Focus Jam2 (4200€), same spec as in the web page but with upgraded XT brakes. Here is the [LINK](https://www.focus-bikes.com/es_es/1069961-jam-7-8?color_combo=94055&pim_itemgenderframe=86443&pim_itemframesizecode=).
My doubt is that currently I own a hardtail with a Marzocchi Z2 140mm fork and the Focus comes with a Rockshox 35 Gold and also a basic Rockshox Deluxe Select shock. Given that I have never owned a full squish, do you think I will notice the step down in the suspension quality? Maybe being a double suspension frame evens it out.
Because if it is really noticeable I know that I´ll be buying upgrades in the future and maybe is worth spending the money upfront in a higher trim level bike.
Also do you have some opinions on the bike? Should I go for another brand
Thanks in advance!
by BanduDS97
2 Comments
If you’ve never ridden a full suspension, let alone an e-bike, it’s going to feel wildly different. Without knowing where you’re riding or what your goals are we can’t tell you if you’ll notice the difference between suspension components.
I noticed a big big difference between my older debonair Pike RCT3 compared to a new Recon 35 that was on a new bike I bought, the Recon honestly felt worse than my old Suntour Epixon TR forks I got for £35 (I did do an oil bath conversion to the Epixon which probably helped it).
With that said I really liked the Epixon when it was my only fork, so if you’re not fussy you might be fine – I kinda only upgraded cause I found the Pike for a song
If the deal is really good you might be able to just sell the forks and get a good deal on a better fork if you do end up not liking it.
I reckon the rear shock will be just fine, I don’t have experience in anything high end but I couldn’t really tell between an Epixon, Debonair RL and super basic Monarch, your legs are a lot less fussy than your hands I say