BC Racing DS Series - BMW 2 Series M2 F87 Competition (2018+)
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BC Racing DS Series Coilovers – BMW M2 Competition F87 2018+
The BC Racing DS Series Coilovers for the BMW M2 Competition F87 (2018+) are a performance-focused suspension upgrade designed for drivers looking for sharper chassis control, improved handling and greater adjustability for fast-road and track use.
The DS Series builds on BC Racing's adjustable coilover platform with digressive damping technology. This provides increased damping force during lower-speed suspension movements to improve control of body roll, pitch and weight transfer, while allowing the suspension to respond more freely to larger bumps and kerbs.
Why choose BC Racing DS Series for your M2 Competition?
The BMW M2 Competition combines the compact F87 chassis with the twin-turbocharged S55 engine, making effective chassis control particularly important when driving the car hard.
The DS Series is a strong choice for owners looking for a more performance-focused setup than the BR Series while retaining a straightforward single damping adjustment.
Its digressive damper characteristics provide strong low-speed chassis control during braking, acceleration and cornering while retaining the ability for the suspension to react effectively to sharper road and track surface changes.
This makes the DS Series particularly well suited to fast-road M2 Competitions that also see regular track use.
Key Features
- BC Racing DS Series coilover suspension
- BMW M2 Competition F87 2018+ application
- Digressive damping technology
- 30-way damping adjustment
- Monotube damper design
- Independently adjustable ride height
- Ride-height adjustment without altering spring preload
- Front camber-adjustable top mounts where applicable
- Rebuildable damper design
- Application-specific spring rates
- Custom spring-rate options available
- Suitable for fast-road and track-focused applications
BMW F87 M2 Competition Suspension Upgrade
The BC Racing DS Series gives M2 Competition owners greater control over their suspension setup than the standard dampers and springs.
Ride height and damping can be adjusted to complement other handling upgrades such as performance tyres, uprated anti-roll bars, upgraded bushes, adjustable suspension arms and more aggressive alignment settings.
For a fast-road M2 Competition, the DS Series can provide sharper chassis control while retaining suspension compliance for everyday use.
For cars regularly used on track, the digressive damping characteristics provide a strong platform for developing the suspension around tyre choice, alignment and driving style.
After fitting coilovers or making significant ride-height changes, we recommend having the vehicle professionally aligned.
Digressive Damping Technology
The defining feature of the DS Series is its digressive damping characteristics.
The damper provides increased damping force during lower-speed piston movements. These movements are typically associated with body roll, pitch, braking dive and weight transfer during acceleration and cornering.
As damper shaft speed increases, the damping curve becomes less aggressive, allowing the suspension to move more freely over bumps, kerbs and sharper surface changes.
This provides a useful balance between strong chassis control and maintaining mechanical grip, particularly during demanding fast-road and track driving.
30-Way Damping Adjustment
The DS Series provides 30 levels of damping adjustment, allowing you to fine-tune the suspension response to suit your driving style and conditions.
Softer settings can provide greater compliance for road use, while firmer settings can increase chassis control for spirited driving and track use.
The adjustability also allows you to develop the suspension around changes to tyres, alignment and other chassis modifications.
Adjustable Ride Height
Ride height can be adjusted independently of spring preload, allowing you to lower your M2 Competition without simply compressing the springs further.
This helps retain usable damper travel while allowing the stance and suspension setup to be tailored to your requirements.
For track-focused cars, ride height should be considered alongside suspension geometry, alignment and corner weighting rather than simply lowering the vehicle as far as possible.
Choosing Your Spring Rate
The DS Series is available with application-specific spring rates for the F87 M2 Competition, with alternative and custom spring-rate options available depending on the selected specification.
The ideal spring rate depends on how your M2 Competition is used, its tyre choice, vehicle weight, suspension modifications and your preferred balance between compliance and handling performance.
For predominantly road-driven cars, the recommended spring-rate configuration provides a suitable starting point. More aggressive rates can be considered for dedicated track builds running semi-slick tyres, aerodynamic upgrades or extensively modified suspension.
If you're unsure which spring-rate configuration is best for your M2 Competition, contact us before ordering and we can help you choose a suitable setup.
BR Series vs DS Series
For M2 Competition owners deciding between the two, the main difference is the damper characteristics.
The BR Series is an excellent all-round choice for road, fast-road and occasional track use, offering straightforward adjustability and strong value.
The DS Series uses digressive damping and is aimed more towards drivers prioritising chassis response and performance. It provides greater low-speed damping control while allowing more freedom of movement during higher-speed damper inputs.
For a predominantly road-driven M2 Competition, the BR Series may be the better all-round option. For drivers looking for a sharper setup or using their M2 Competition more regularly on track, the DS Series is worth considering.
M2 Competition Specific Fitment
This BC Racing kit is designed specifically for the BMW M2 Competition F87.
The M2 Competition uses a different BC Racing application from the earlier 2016-2018 original F87 M2, so it is important to select the correct kit for your vehicle.
If you're unsure which application you require, contact us before ordering and we'll help you identify the correct suspension kit.
What's Included?
The BC Racing DS Series is supplied as a complete coilover suspension kit for the BMW M2 Competition F87, including the application-specific dampers, springs and relevant adjustable components required for installation.
Exact top-mount and spring-rate specifications can vary depending on the selected kit configuration, so please check your chosen specification before ordering.
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