The Tractive eX-PERIENCE shock for the BMW R 1200 GS is a complete replacement rear shock built around a closed, pressurised design to keep damping consistent over long rides. Its architecture uses separated oil and gas to reduce aeration and help maintain control as conditions change. This unit is supplied with a spring and includes an external reservoir mounted via a hose.

Design & features

  • Closed, pressurised shock design for more consistent damping and reduced fade
  • Oil/gas separation via an internal separation piston
  • Remote reservoir on a hose for improved oil volume management and heat stability
  • Supplied with spring

Tuning Controls

This shock includes electronic adjustment. It is designed to integrate electronic control into damping adjustment without requiring manual adjuster changes during use.

Who is this for?

  • Riders who want electronically adjustable damping for touring, commuting, and mixed-surface use
  • Owners prioritising consistent ride quality across long distances and changing load/road conditions
  • BMW R 1200 GS riders replacing a worn or ageing rear shock with a modern, pressurised unit

Before You Install

  • Confirm model fitment for your exact BMW R 1200 GS variant and year
  • Check the bike’s existing electronic suspension connections and routing to ensure straightforward installation
  • Inspect clearance and mounting points for the hose-mounted reservoir and secure hose routing away from heat and moving parts

Serviceability/Lifecycle

As a pressurised shock with separated oil and gas, this unit is intended to be serviceable to restore damping performance over time. Regular inspection for leaks, bushing wear, and reservoir hose condition will help maintain reliability.

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 46BM14-P4846-TR-01
Model # 46BM14-P4846-TR-01
Barcode # 46BM14P4846TR01
Brand TracTive Suspension
Shipping Weight 5.0000kg
Shipping Size 0.200 x 0.200 x 0.400m
Type eX-PERIENCE
Format Rear
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If your Motorcycle is listed below, this product will suit:

Position (Front or Rear) Rear
Damping Adjustment Type Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster Electro-hydraulic
Seat Height Change (mm) Sport Chassis
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm) 410.0
Spring Rate Standard 150 N/mm
Spring Option -2 130-205
Spring Option Maximum 180-205
Spring Option +1 160-205
Spring Option -1 140-205
Spring Option +2 170-205
Manufacturer Note 1 OEM mudguard (#33548532478) can be mounted
Damping System Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position Cable exit (0 deg)
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position 12
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position 12
Spring Preload Setting 10 (EPA on min position)
Preload Adjustment Electro-hydraulic
Spring Type Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm) 46
Suspension Unit Type Shock
Fitted Spring 150-205
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 91
Type Code eX-PERIENCE

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