The TracTive X-CITE shock for the BMW F 850 GS Adventure is a closed, pressurised design with separated oil and gas for consistent damping and reduced cavitation. This model includes rebound adjustment and uses a spring with a fixed hydraulic preload adjuster. Architecture and adjustability are defined by the specific TracTive configuration for this application.

Design & features

  • Closed, pressurised construction with separated oil and gas to help maintain damping control under sustained use
  • 46 mm shock format for this BMW application
  • Fixed reservoir layout (no remote hose canister specified for this variant)

Tuning Controls

  • Rebound damping adjustment
  • Hydraulic preload adjustment (fixed HPA)

Base Setup (factory preset)

The shock is supplied with a baseline internal setup intended to suit the standard use-case for this model. Fine-tuning is performed via the external rebound adjuster and the hydraulic preload adjuster to match load and riding conditions.

Before You Install

  • Confirm fitment for your exact BMW F 850 GS Adventure model and year before installation
  • Set rider sag using the hydraulic preload adjuster, then tune rebound to suit your preferred feel
  • Have installation completed by a qualified technician if you are not experienced with suspension work

Serviceability/Lifecycle

As a serviceable, pressurised shock with separated oil and gas, periodic maintenance helps keep damping performance consistent over time. Service intervals depend on use, load, and riding conditions.

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 46BM19-R3503-TR
Model # 46BM19-R3503-TR
Barcode # 46BM19R3503TR
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
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster Hydraulic with knob
Seat Height Change (mm) Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm) 395.0
Spring Rate Standard 150 N/mm
Type Code X-CITE
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 86.0
Fitted Spring 150-205

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