BMW ESA Compatible Replacement Motorcycle Shock Absorbers

BMW ESA Compatible Shocks

Fix ageing BMW ESA shocks with rebuildable TracTive, Ohlins and YSS replacements. These ESA-compatible shock absorbers restore damping precision, reduce fault codes and deliver sharper handling with smoother comfort while retaining Comfort, Sport and Dynamic electronics functions. TracTive's patented DDA valve reacts up to 20x faster than conventional valves to maintain precise damping in milliseconds.

Restore ESA control and long-term serviceability

  • Replace failing ESA units with rebuildable TracTive, Ohlins or YSS dampers
  • Improved stability, traction and predictable cornering feedback
  • Full ESA compatibility - no coding tricks or warning lights
  • Serviceable internals for revalve and rebuild instead of full replacement

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TracTive BMW R 1250 R Rear Shock eX-PERIENCE

TracTive BMW R 1250 R Rear Shock eX-PERIENCE

Rear | Standard Height | EPA
(SKU: 46BM15-P4872-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   375
Spring Rate Standard:   220.0 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   190-180
Spring Option +1:   240-180
Spring Option -1:   200-180
Spring Option +2:   260-180
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   5
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   220-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   56
Type Code:   eX-PERIENCE
 

TracTive BMW R 1200 RS Rear Shock eX-PERIENCE

TracTive BMW R 1200 RS Rear Shock eX-PERIENCE

Rear | Standard Height | EPA
(SKU: 46BM15-P4872-TR-02)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   375
Spring Rate Standard:   220.0 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   190-180
Spring Option +1:   240-180
Spring Option -1:   200-180
Spring Option +2:   260-180
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   5
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   220-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   56
Type Code:   eX-PERIENCE
 

TracTive BMW R 1250 RS Rear Shock eX-PERIENCE

TracTive BMW R 1250 RS Rear Shock eX-PERIENCE

Rear | Standard Height | EPA
(SKU: 46BM15-P4872-TR-03)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   375
Spring Rate Standard:   220.0 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   190-180
Spring Option +1:   240-180
Spring Option -1:   200-180
Spring Option +2:   260-180
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   5
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   220-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   56
Type Code:   eX-PERIENCE
 

Tractive eX-TREME Shock BMW S 1000 RR

Tractive eX-TREME Shock BMW S 1000 RR

Rear | Standard Height
(SKU: 46BM15-P8176-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   352.0
Spring Rate Standard:   95 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   85-160
Spring Option Maximum:   150-160
Spring Option +1:   100-160
Spring Option -1:   90-160
Spring Option +2:   110-160
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   14
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   14
Spring Preload Setting:   11
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear + top out, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   95-160
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   68.0
Type Code:   eX-TREME
 

Tractive eX-TREME Shock BMW S 1000 XR

Tractive eX-TREME Shock BMW S 1000 XR

Rear | Standard Height | EPA
(SKU: 46BM15-P8777-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   352.0
Spring Rate Standard:   120 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   100-180
Spring Option +1:   130-180
Spring Option -1:   110-180
Spring Option +2:   140-180
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   17*
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic
Spring Type:   Linear + top out, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   120-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   63.0
Type Code:   eX-TREME
 

Tractive eX-TREME Shock BMW S 1000 XR

Tractive eX-TREME Shock BMW S 1000 XR

Rear | Factory lowered | EPA
(SKU: 46BM15-P8792-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Factory Lowered
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   339.0
Spring Rate Standard:   120 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   105-160
Spring Option +1:   130-160
Spring Option -1:   110-160
Spring Option +2:   140-160
Manufacturer Note 1:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   17*
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic
Spring Type:   Linear + top out, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   120-160
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   50.0
Type Code:   eX-TREME
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW K 1600 Bagger

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW K 1600 Bagger

Front | Lowered -15mm
(SKU: 46BM17-P1111-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -15
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   322.0
Spring Rate Standard:   150 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   130-160
Spring Option +1:   160-160
Spring Option -1:   140-160
Spring Option +2:   170-160
Manufacturer Note 1:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Spring Preload Setting:   5
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   150-160
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   48.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW K 1600 Bagger

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW K 1600 Bagger

Front | Standard Height
(SKU: 46BM17-P1112-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   331.0
Spring Rate Standard:   150 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   130-160
Spring Option +1:   160-160
Spring Option -1:   140-160
Spring Option +2:   170-160
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Spring Preload Setting:   4
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   150-160
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   57.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW K 1600 GT

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW K 1600 GT

Front | Standard Height
(SKU: 46BM17-P1112-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   331.0
Spring Rate Standard:   150 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   130-160
Spring Option +1:   160-160
Spring Option -1:   140-160
Spring Option +2:   170-160
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Spring Preload Setting:   4
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   150-160
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   57.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW K 1600 GTL

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW K 1600 GTL

Front | Standard Height
(SKU: 46BM17-P1112-TR-02)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   331.0
Spring Rate Standard:   150 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   130-160
Spring Option +1:   160-160
Spring Option -1:   140-160
Spring Option +2:   170-160
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Spring Preload Setting:   4
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   150-160
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   57.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE Shock BMW K 1600 Bagger

Tractive eX-CHANGE Shock BMW K 1600 Bagger

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM17-P3108-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   367 (364)
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   367.0 (364)
Spring Rate Standard:   170 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   150-180
Spring Option +1:   180-180
Spring Option -1:   160-180
Spring Option +2:   190-180
Manufacturer Note 1:   Original preload adjuster to be re-used
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic, Original to be re-used
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   170-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   66.0
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE Shock BMW K 1600 Bagger

Tractive eX-CHANGE Shock BMW K 1600 Bagger

Rear | Lowered -15mm | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM17-P3110-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -15
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   362 (359)
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   362.0 (359.0)
Spring Rate Standard:   170 N/mm
Manufacturer Note 2:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Spring Option -2:   150-180
Spring Option +1:   180-180
Spring Option -1:   160-180
Spring Option +2:   190-180
Manufacturer Note 1:   Original preload adjuster to be re-used
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (0 deg)
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic, Original to be re-used
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   170-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   61.0
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE Shock BMW K 1600 GT

Tractive eX-CHANGE Shock BMW K 1600 GT

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM17-P3120-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   366 (364)
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   366.0 (364)
Spring Rate Standard:   170 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   150-180
Spring Option +1:   180-180
Spring Option -1:   160-180
Spring Option +2:   190-180
Manufacturer Note 1:   Original preload adjuster to be re-used
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (180 deg)
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic, Original to be re-used
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   170-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   71.0
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE Shock BMW K 1600 GTL

Tractive eX-CHANGE Shock BMW K 1600 GTL

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM17-P3120-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   366 (364)
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   366.0 (364)
Spring Rate Standard:   170 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   150-180
Spring Option +1:   180-180
Spring Option -1:   160-180
Spring Option +2:   190-180
Manufacturer Note 1:   Original preload adjuster to be re-used
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (180 deg)
Preload Adjustment:   Electro-hydraulic, Original to be re-used
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   170-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   71.0
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Front | Factory lowered
(SKU: 46BM18-P1118-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Factory Lowered -25
Seat Height Change (mm):   Factory Lowered
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   381.0
Spring Rate Standard:   50 N/mm
Spring Option +1:   55-205
Spring Option -1:   48-205
Spring Option +2:   60-205
Manufacturer Note 1:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Spring Preload Setting:   10
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   50-205
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   88.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Front | Lowered -50mm
(SKU: 46BM18-P1118-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -50
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   381.0
Spring Rate Standard:   55 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   48-205
Spring Option +1:   60-205
Spring Option -1:   50-205
Spring Option +2:   65-205
Manufacturer Note 1:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Spring Preload Setting:   10
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   55-205
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   88.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Front | Lowered -50mm
(SKU: 46BM18-P1142-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -50
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   372.0
Spring Rate Standard:   55 N/mm
Spring Option +1:   60-180
Spring Option -1:   50-180
Spring Option +2:   65-180
Manufacturer Note 1:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Spring Preload Setting:   10
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   55-180
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   79.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Front | Lowered -75mm
(SKU: 46BM18-P1142-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -75
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   372.0
Spring Rate Standard:   55 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   48-205
Spring Option +1:   60-205
Spring Option -1:   50-205
Spring Option +2:   65-205
Manufacturer Note 1:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Spring Preload Setting:   10
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   55-205
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   79.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Front | Standard Height
(SKU: 46BM18-P1147-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   396.0
Spring Rate Standard:   55 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   48-205
Spring Option +1:   60-205
Spring Option -1:   50-205
Spring Option +2:   65-205
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (180 deg)
Spring Preload Setting:   12
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   55-205
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   98.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE
 

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Tractive eX-CITE Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Front | Sport Chassis
(SKU: 46BM18-P1147-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic
Seat Height Change (mm):   Sport Chassis +25
Seat Height Change (mm):   Sport Chassis
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   396.0
Spring Rate Standard:   50 N/mm
Manufacturer Note 2:   ABS and/or brake lines might be too short
Spring Option +1:   55-205
Spring Option -1:   48-205
Spring Option +2:   60-205
Damping System:   Emulsion oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   Cable exit (180 deg)
Spring Preload Setting:   12
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   50-205
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   98.0
Type Code:   eX-CITE