Specifications

Overview

BC Racing BR Series Extreme Low Coilovers for the BMW E53 X5 are built for an aggressive, show-ready drop beyond what a standard coilover kit delivers - using a shock and spring package roughly 20mm shorter for about 1" of additional drop on most applications. The shortened shock length preserves usable damper travel at a lower stance, and the kit keeps the same 30-way adjustable mono-tube damper and independent ride-height adjustment as the rest of the BR Series lineup.

BC Racing Extreme Low coilovers use a shock and spring combination roughly 20mm shorter than a standard coilover setup, which translates to approximately 1 inch of additional drop over a standard kit on most applications. Since the damper itself is physically shorter, you get a lower ride height while still retaining usable suspension travel - instead of running a standard kit with the springs drooped low and the shock riding near fully compressed. Spring rates on Extreme Low kits may be stiffer than the standard equivalent depending on the platform, which can sharpen handling response but may also make bumps a bit harsher.

BR Series coilovers on the BMW E53 X5 aren't locked into a coil spring setup for life. Because they feature fully-threaded shock bodies, these coilovers convert to a full air suspension setup by simply removing the coil springs and threading on a set of coilover conversion bags in their place. Want to start out with coils and move to air suspension in the future? This makes the BR Series a practical starting point for owners who want coilover-level adjustability now but may want to move to air suspension down the road, or who want to keep that option open without committing to a full air ride kit up front.

Features

• Extreme Low shock and spring package - approximately 20mm shorter for a lower installed height
• Mono-tube shock design
• Linear piston and damping curve
• Height adjustment via shock body (independent of spring preload)
• Front camber plates standard on applicable kits
• Rear camber plates available where applicable
• 30 way damping adjustment
• 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects
• Fully rebuildable

Technical specifications

• Front Suspension Type: MacPherson
• Rear Suspension Type: Separate Spring & Shock
• Drivetrain Compatibility: AWD
• Camber Plates: Front camber plates only
• Damping Adjustment: Yes
• Adjustable Lower Mount: Yes
• Front Spring Rate: 9K
• Rear Spring Rate: 8K

Compatible vehicles

• BMW X5 E53 (2000-2006) AWD

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