The Tractive X-CITE Shock for the BMW R 850 R is a closed, pressurised monotube rear shock absorber built around a sealed cartridge layout. This architecture keeps the damping oil and gas properly controlled for consistent feel and reduced cavitation under sustained use. It is a direct-fit replacement shock designed to improve control and composure without adding unnecessary complexity.

Design & features

  • Closed, pressurised monotube design with a sealed cartridge for stable, repeatable damping.
  • Oil/gas separation via internal separation piston (not an emulsion design).
  • Supplied as a complete rear shock unit with spring.

Tuning Controls

  • Rebound damping adjustment.
  • Spring preload adjustment.

Base Setup (factory preset)

Delivered with a baseline damping and preload setting intended to suit general road use. Final setup should be checked after installation to match rider load, typical luggage, and riding conditions.

Who is this for?

  • Riders wanting more controlled rear suspension behaviour on the road with straightforward adjustability.
  • Owners who prefer a serviceable, sealed, pressurised shock architecture for consistent performance over longer rides.

Before You Install

  • Confirm fitment for your specific BMW R 850 R variant before installation.
  • After fitting, set sag and then fine-tune rebound to suit your riding style and load.

Serviceability/Lifecycle

This shock uses a sealed, pressurised internal cartridge and is designed to be maintained as part of normal suspension servicing. Periodic servicing helps preserve damping consistency and component life.

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 46BM93-R3137-TR
Model # 46BM93-R3137-TR
Barcode # 46BM93R3137TR
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) 361.0
Spring Rate Standard 150 N/mm
Type Code X-CITE
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 67.0
Fitted Spring 150-180

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