The Tractive X-CITE shock for the BMW F 650 GS Dakar is a closed, pressurised damper built around a sealed cartridge design to keep the damping oil stable and consistent. This architecture helps reduce aeration and fade during longer or rougher rides. It is a non-electronic unit focused on straightforward adjustment rather than complex add-ons.

Design & features

  • Closed, pressurised shock with a sealed cartridge for consistent damping behaviour
  • Oil and gas are separated internally to help maintain damping control under repeated impacts
  • Non-electronic design for simple, mechanical setup and servicing

Tuning Controls

  • Rebound damping adjustment
  • No compression adjuster specified for this configuration
  • No electronic control

Base Setup (factory preset)

This shock is supplied with a baseline internal tune intended to be set up through external adjustment and correct spring selection for the rider and load. Final settings should be confirmed after installation and sag is set.

Who is this for?

  • BMW F 650 GS Dakar riders wanting a pressurised, sealed-cartridge rear shock with rebound adjustment
  • Owners who prefer a non-electronic shock that can be tuned without extra modules or wiring
  • Riders carrying varying luggage loads who want a shock that can be dialled in rather than left fixed

Before You Install

  • Confirm compatibility for your exact BMW F 650 GS Dakar model and year before fitting
  • Plan to set rider sag after installation; correct sag is key to getting the most from the damping
  • Inspect linkage and bearings during installation, as worn hardware can mask suspension performance

Serviceability/Lifecycle

As a sealed, pressurised unit, the shock is intended to be maintained periodically to keep performance consistent over time. Regular servicing also helps preserve seal life and ensures the damping remains stable.

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 46BM00-R3118-TR
Model # 46BM00-R3118-TR
Barcode # 46BM00R3118TR
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) Rear
Damping Adjustment Type Rebound
Seat Height Change (mm) Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm) 328.0
Spring Rate Standard 190 N/mm
Type Code X-CITE
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 59.0
Fitted Spring 190-180

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