Description
BMW E90/E92 3 Series Sedan/Coupe RWD (05-11) BC Racing BR coilover kit 5.5/8 kg/mm
The BC Racing BR coilover kit E90 E92 (part number I-03-BR-RA) is a coilover kit adjustable in height and damping, also simply called a coilover, for the BMW 3 Series E90 Sedan and E92 Coupe with rear-wheel drive, excluding the M3, model years 2005 to 2011. The spring rate is 5.5 kg/mm front and 8 kg/mm rear.
The BR series is the all-round coilover kit from BC Racing, intended for an E90 or E92 that is driven daily and does the occasional track day or autocross. Monotube dampers with a linear piston and 30 clicks of damping adjustment make the kit suitable for a wide range of uses.
With 5.5 kg/mm front and 8 kg/mm rear, the 3 Series remains very usable on the road, while sitting more firmly on the road than on tired original dampers. You set the ride height via the damper body, independently of the spring preload, so you lower the car without changing the preload on the springs.
Key benefits
- Ride height independent of spring preload: lower the car while the spring keeps its preload.
- 30-click damping adjustment: you set compression and rebound per damper in a single action.
- Monotube with linear piston: predictable damping that increases evenly with the speed of the wheel movement.
- Spring rate 5.5/8 kg/mm: for the E90 Sedan and E92 Coupe with rear-wheel drive.
- Pillowball top mounts at the front: or camber plates, with rubber or the original mounting at the rear.
- Patented concave lower lock ring: holds the set height.
- Rebuildable: the dampers can be rebuilt.
- Road and track: usable every day and ready for a track day or autocross.
Suitable for
BMW 3 Series E90 Sedan (2005 to 2011) and E92 Coupe (2006 to 2011) with rear-wheel drive; not for the M3 and not for the xDrive (xi) with four-wheel drive. For the E91 Touring and E93 Convertible, BC Racing has separate kits (I-17).
- Sporty everyday driving with a tighter 3 Series
- The occasional track day or autocross
- Lowering while the spring preload stays the same
Technical specifications
- Manufacturer: BC Racing
- Part number: I-03-BR-RA
- Series: BR, all-round for road and track
- Spring rate front/rear: 5.5/8 kg/mm
- Damper design: monotube with linear piston
- Damping: 30 clicks, compression and rebound simultaneously
- Ride height: adjustable via the damper body, independent of the spring preload
- Top mounts: pillowball top mounts or camber plates at the front, rubber or original mounting at the rear
- Contents: dampers and springs front and rear, lower mounts, top mounts where applicable, adjustment spanners and warranty card with serial number
- Warranty: 1 year on manufacturing defects
Fitting and delivery
The kit is vehicle-specific and replaces the original dampers and springs. We recommend having it fitted by an experienced mechanic. On some cars the pillowball top mount at the front requires a small modification to the upper mounting; if in doubt, contact us. After setting the ride height, have the wheel alignment adjusted again, because camber and toe change as well. The delivery time is 1 to 2 weeks as long as the manufacturer has stock. If BC Racing temporarily has the kit out of stock, you can still order and we will let you know the expected delivery date.
For the BMW E90 Sedan and E92 Coupe with rear-wheel drive, BC Racing supplies the BR kit I-03-BR-RA with 5.5 kg/mm front, 8 kg/mm rear and 30-click damping adjustment.
Why choose this BR coilover kit E90 E92?
An E90 or E92 is a well-balanced rear-wheel drive car, but on older original dampers it often feels soft and unsettled. This kit makes the car tighter, lets you choose the ride height yourself and gives you damping that you tune in 30 steps for road or track. Because the dampers are rebuildable, you can have the kit rebuilt after years of use.
BC Racing coilover kits for the BMW E90 Sedan and E92 Coupe
Overview of the BC Racing series for the BMW E90 Sedan and E92 Coupe supplied by Race4DriftParts, with the BC Racing part number. Spring rates in kg/mm, front/rear.
| Series | Part number | Springs f/r | Damping | Intended for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BR (this kit) | I-03-BR-RA | 5.5/8 | 30 clicks, linear, pillowball top mounts front | Road with the occasional track day |
| DS | I-03-DS-DA | 5.5/8 | 30 clicks, digressive, pillowball top mounts front | Track-focused, sporty road use |
| RM | I-03-RM-MA | 5.5/12 | 30 clicks, digressive, synthetic oil, pillowball top mounts front | Track days, hill climbs, tarmac rally |
| ER | I-03-ER | 7/10 | 2-way, 30 clicks per direction, external reservoir | Serious track and competition use |
| HM | I-03-HM | 7/10 | 2-way, 30 clicks per direction, external reservoir | Serious track use |
| ZX | I-03-ZX | 10/12 | 3-way (20/12/30 clicks), external reservoir | Competition, long sessions, drifting |
| ZX | I-03-ZX | 5.5/8 | 3-way (20/12/30 clicks), external reservoir | Competition, long sessions, drifting |
| ZR | I-03-ZR | 6.5/10 | 3-way (20/12/30 clicks), external reservoir | Competitive motorsport |
| ZR | I-03-ZR | 7/10 | 3-way (20/12/30 clicks), external reservoir | Competitive motorsport |
For the BMW E91 Touring and E93 Convertible, BC Racing has separate kits. Their part numbers start with I-17.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the BC Racing BR and DS coilover kit for the BMW E90 and E92?
The BR has a linear piston and is made for the road with the occasional track day; the DS has a digressive piston and is more track-focused. The DS damps more firmly during slow body movements between 0 and 50 mm/s. For this BMW, both have 5.5/8 kg/mm and 30 clicks; if you mainly drive on the road, the BR coilover kit E90 E92 is the most suitable.
Does the BC Racing BR coilover kit for the E90 and E92 also fit an E91 Touring, E93 Convertible or xDrive?
No. BC Racing releases this kit for the E90 Sedan and E92 Coupe with rear-wheel drive, not for the M3 and not for the xDrive (xi) with four-wheel drive. For the E91 Touring and E93 Convertible, BC Racing has separate kits with part numbers that start with I-17.
Which top mounts come with the BC Racing BR coilover kit for the BMW E90 and E92?
At the front there are pillowball top mounts or camber plates, at the rear rubber or the original mounting. On some cars the pillowball top mount at the front requires a small modification to the upper mounting; if in doubt, contact us.
What is the delivery time of the BC Racing BR coilover kit for the BMW E90 and E92?
The delivery time is 1 to 2 weeks as long as the manufacturer has stock. If the kit is temporarily sold out, you can still order it and we will let you know when it arrives.
Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.






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