COILOVERS BR / BC RACING / BMW I8

BC Racing BR coilovers for BMW i8

BC Racing BR coilovers are designed to improve the dynamic behaviour of the BMW i8 while retaining versatile use on the road and during sporting outings. Drawing on BC Racing’s motorsport experience, these new coilovers offer an excellent balance between precision, adjustment, endurance and driving enjoyment.

Function of coilovers

Coilovers replace the original suspension components to better control body movements, vehicle stance and damping response. Their threaded body allows ride height adjustment independently of spring preload, preserving travel and ensuring more precise adjustment. On a BMW i8, they help improve stability, driving precision and chassis feel.

Symptoms or consequences of worn or unsuitable suspension

• Floating or imprecise behaviour at high speed
• Excessive body roll during dynamic driving
• Lack of traction or stability under cornering loads
• Longer braking distance due to poor tyre/road contact
• Uneven tyre wear linked to insufficient alignment or damping
• Loss of comfort or unwanted noises due to worn dampers

Benefits of replacement

• Improved road holding and driving precision
• Ride-height adjustment to adapt the vehicle’s look and handling
• 30-position firmness adjustment to tune rebound and compression
• Better control of body movements in corners, under braking and acceleration
• Solution suited to sporting road use and occasional track days
• High-performance, durable installation thanks to a quality monotube design

Specifications

• Brand: BC Racing
• Type: new product
• Range: BR Club Sport
• Application: BMW i8
• Design: pressurised monotube damper with floating piston
• Piston: 46 mm inside a 53 mm body for optimised oil capacity
• Firmness adjustment: 30 positions via adjuster knob
• Simultaneous rebound and compression adjustment
• Height adjustment via the lower mount, without changing travel
• Spring rates expressed in the order: Front / Rear
• High-performance oils offering good thermal stability
• Specific lower collars to limit play and ensure precise support
• Kit supplied with adjustment spanners, fitting instructions and warranty card

Possible versions of the BR range

• BR-RS: rubber-bushed front and rear top mounts to favour the comfort/performance balance
• BR-RA: spherical-bearing front top mounts and rubber-bushed rear mounts where the configuration allows
• BR-RH: spherical-bearing front and rear top mounts for maximum feedback
• BR-RN: installation without front top mounts, using original rubber bushes, with rubber-bushed rear top mounts where possible

Vehicle compatibility

• BMW i8

Conclusion

BC Racing BR coilovers for BMW i8 offer an ideal solution for drivers seeking adjustable, high-performance and reliable suspension, capable of improving the vehicle’s handling while maintaining true versatility in use.