The Tractive X-CITE shock for the BMW R 850 R is a closed, pressurised monotube design that keeps the damping oil and gas separated for consistent control over varied road conditions. It uses a self-contained architecture with an internal separation piston rather than an emulsion layout. Damping adjustment is focused on rebound, making setup straightforward while retaining meaningful tuning range.

Design & features

  • Closed, pressurised monotube construction
  • Oil/gas separation via internal separation piston (not emulsion)
  • Built for consistent damping behaviour through heat and repeated use

Tuning Controls

  • Rebound damping adjustment

Base Setup (factory preset)

Supplied with a factory baseline tune intended as a sensible starting point for road use. Fine-tuning is primarily done via the rebound adjuster to match rider preference and conditions.

Who is this for?

  • BMW R 850 R riders who want a modern, pressurised shock with simple, effective adjustment
  • Riders who prefer straightforward setup without multiple damping circuits to balance

Before You Install

  • Confirm compatibility with your BMW R 850 R variant and existing mounting hardware before fitting
  • Set rebound adjustment from the factory position in small steps and test changes methodically

Serviceability/Lifecycle

As a sealed, pressurised shock with separated oil and gas, the unit is designed to maintain damping consistency and can be serviced as part of a normal suspension maintenance lifecycle.

Teknik Motorsport Pty Ltd Warranty terms for TracTive products.

This TracTive product has been assembled with the utmost care and tested according to ISO9001:2015 Quality system. In the unlikely event that the product does not fulfill your expectations because of faulty materials or manufacturing errors, please contact us through your dealer.

Teknik Motorsport Pty Ltd warrants that if, within 24 months of the date of sale the product is found to be defective as a result of manufacturing errors or faulty components, the product will be repaired free of charge by us, or by a TracTive approved repairer at our discretion.

Warranty covers the direct service material cost, service labour cost ($80/hr AUD) and shipping costs of the service partner. Other costs will be regarded on a case by case basis by Teknik Motorsport and TracTive.

 When a claim is made under the warranty, the following conditions have to be met:

  • You must have read the instructions carefully before mounting the product in the vehicle or adjusting the product.
  • The product has to be installed and adjusted as described in the instructions
  • The product must have been maintained and serviced in accordance with the recommendations in the manual. If not described in the manual, the recommended service intervals for regular street use: every 30.000 km or max 2 years, whichever is earlier.
  • Warranty shall apply only when TracTive original parts, procedures and tools have been used to service and/or repair, and if service and repair is performed by designated TracTive partners.
  • The product may not have been neglected, improperly used, altered or subjected to excessive loads. Excluded from warranty are normal wear, damage and rust.
  • A sales receipt or other proof of purchase originally eminating from Teknik Motorsport Pty Ltd. No warranty will be given on TracTive or Touratech products not purchased from or through Teknik Motorsport pty ltd.
  • Excluded from warranty are in particular products which are used in vehicles that are intended or suitable for taking part in sporting events, or have actually been used this way.
  • Recommended service interval for Motorsport applications: every season, or every 50 hours, every 10.000km or after any perceived loss in performance.
SKU 38BM93-R1137-TR
Model # 38BM93-R1137-TR
Barcode # 38BM93R1137TR
Brand TracTive Suspension
Shipping Weight 5.0000kg
Shipping Size 0.200 x 0.200 x 0.400m
Unit Of Measure ea
Type X-CITE
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Position (Front or Rear) Front
Damping Adjustment Type Rebound
Seat Height Change (mm) Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm) 320.0
Spring Rate Standard 55 N/mm
Spring Free Length (mm) 180
Type Code X-CITE
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 77.0
Fitted Spring 55-180

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