eX-Change Electronic Shock Absorbers

Teknik eX-CHANGE Shock Series

eX-CHANGE Shock Series

When you need to replace your BMW ESA shock absorber you don't want to pay for a complete coilover unit - if you can find one - they're expensive! These eX-Change shocks are designed to replace only the stock electronically controlled damper in the middle, reusing the stock spring & electronic preload adjuster (if fitted). Completely plug & play, with no loss of advanced features or weird error messages on the screen - bolting to the factory mounts & plugging directly into the OEM electrical wiring loom. See the ESA changeover process on the official TracTive video.

Replacement ESA dampers that retain factory features and fitment

  • Plug & play replacement for BMW electronically controlled dampers
  • Reuses stock spring and electronic preload adjuster where applicable
  • Updated Dynamic ESA motors for wider tuning ranges and faster response
  • Fully rebuildable, cold-forged 6082 aluminium shock body with external reservoir
  • Multiple spring rates available to suit all rider weights

Recommended Pairings

Consider matching your upgrade with Suspension Tools for correct setup and servicing.

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Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4129-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   402.0
Spring Rate Standard:   150 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   84.0
Fitted Spring:   :150-205
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Rear | Lowered -25mm | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4129-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -25
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   402.0
Spring Rate Standard:   160 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   84.0
Fitted Spring:   160-205
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Rear | Lowered -50mm | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4141-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -50
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   386.0
Spring Rate Standard:   150 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   68.0
Fitted Spring:   150-180
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Rear | Lowered -75mm | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4141-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -75
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   386.0
Spring Rate Standard:   160 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   68.0
Fitted Spring:   160-180
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4146-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   410.0
Spring Rate Standard:   160 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   92.0
Fitted Spring:   160-205
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Rear | Sport Chassis | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4146-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Sport Chassis +25
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   410.0
Spring Rate Standard:   150 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   92.0
Fitted Spring:   150-205
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Rear | Factory lowered | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4149-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Factory Lowered -40
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   397.0
Spring Rate Standard:   160 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   79.0
Fitted Spring:   160-205
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW R 1250 GS

Rear | Lowered -15mm | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4149-TR-01)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -15
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   397.0
Spring Rate Standard:   150 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   79.0
Fitted Spring:   150-205
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 850 GS

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 850 GS

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4196-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   395.0
Spring Rate Standard:   140 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   82
Fitted Spring:   140-205
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 850 GS

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 850 GS

Rear | Lowered -25mm | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM18-P4197-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -25
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   387.0
Spring Rate Standard:   140 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   74
Fitted Spring:   140-180
 





Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 900 XR

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 900 XR

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM20-P5123-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   390.0
Spring Rate Standard:   160 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   67.0
Notes:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Fitted Spring:   160-180
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 900 R

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 900 R

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM20-P5124-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   390.0
Spring Rate Standard:   170 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   57.4
Notes:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Fitted Spring:   170-160
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 900 XR

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 900 XR

Rear | Factory lowered | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM20-P5145-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Factory Lowered -20
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   383.0
Spring Rate Standard:   160 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   60.0
Notes:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Fitted Spring:   160-160
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 900 R

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW F 900 R

Rear | Lowered -20mm | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM20-P5146-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Factory Lowered -20
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   383.0
Spring Rate Standard:   170 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   50.0
Notes:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Fitted Spring:   170-160
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW S 1000 XR

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW S 1000 XR

Rear | Standard Height | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM20-P8114-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   392.0
Spring Rate Standard:   180 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   58.0
Fitted Spring:   180-180
 

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW S 1000 XR

Tractive eX-CHANGE PRO Shock BMW S 1000 XR

Rear | Lowered -30mm | EPA OEM
(SKU: 46BM20-P8119-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Electronic & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Electro-hydraulic OEM to be re-used
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -30
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   382.0
Spring Rate Standard:   180 N/mm
Type Code:   eX-CHANGE PRO
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   48.0
Fitted Spring:   180-180