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Focus Izalco Max 9.8

Weight 7.9kg (56cm) Frame Izalco Max carbon Fork Izalco Max carbon Gears Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 (11-30t, 52/36t) Brakes Shimano Ultegra R8170 Wheels DT Swiss ERC1600 Finishing kit Focus Aero Carbon 15mm setback seatpost, Fizik Vento Argo R5 saddle, Focus C.I.S. 2.0 integrated stem, Easton EC70 Aero carbon handlebar, Vittoria Corsa N.EXT TLR, 700 x 28c tyres

is the latest iteration of the German brand’s all-round road racing bike and the fastest road bike it’s ever made, according to Focus. To do this, the design team looked to improve the aerodynamic efficiency

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