Description

Touratech Extreme2 Plug & Travel / DDA Front & Rear Shock Absorbers – BMW R1200GS LC & R1250GS

As the Extreme2 is built to your specific requirements, there is a leadtime of 10-14 days.  In order that we may specify your suspension just for you, and your requirements, please complete this Suspension Check Form

This Item Is Suitable For The Following Models:

• BMW R1200GS -2013 – 2019
• BMW R1250GS – 2019 – 2024

Extreme2 SET Plug & Travel for maximum performance in any terrain Whether on a serpentine road in the Pyrenees, in tough off-road terrain on your ACT trip or on your Sunday coffee ride, the successor to the popular Extreme shock has exceeded all our expectations in terms of performance and comfort.

This Item Fits The Following Models:

• BMW R1200GS – 2013 Onwards
• BMW R1250GS – All Years

The latest generation Plug & Travel Extreme 2 now offers a wide range of high-level innovations for even more comfort and riding pleasure.

Features & Benefits:

• Newly designed electronic spring preload, which is integrated into the suspension strut housing.
• Compact design without an external pump makes installation easy.
• Extreme2 damper has a new reservoir design with more oil volume and better heat dissipation
• Damper is rounded off with an extended compression adjustment range at low and high speed. This allows the damping to be adjusted even more precisely to all requirements.
• Extreme reduction in friction has been achieved, among other things, by the special “low friction” piston bands, which significantly improve the sliding behaviour of the new 46 mm pistons.
• Newly designed electronic spring preload in a space-saving design.

It is recommended that your new suspension is fitted by an Authorised and Approved Touratech Suspension Specialist.

The basic setup installed here is designed for riders up to 100 kg plus luggage, but as each set of the Extreme2 is built to your specific requirements, there is a leadtime of 3-4 weeks.  In order that we may specify your suspension just for you, and your requirements, please complete this Suspension Check Form

A Couple Of Frequently Asked Questions:

What is DDA?

On BMWs DDA stands for Dynamic Damping Adjustment (or Dynamic Damping Assistance). This is a feature of Touratech’s Extreme2 shock absorbers , that allows the suspension’s damping to adjust automatically and in real-time to the riding situation.

Key features of DDA:

• Automatic Adjustment: The system uses a high-performance DDA valve (patented by Tractive) to change the damping characteristics in fractions of a second based on the riding surface and conditions.
• Integration: Aftermarket DDA systems are designed to integrate with the motorcycle’s original control units, allowing the rider to retain the use of the stock handlebar switches and riding modes (e.g., “Rain”, “Road”, “Dynamic”).
• Enhanced Performance: It is designed to provide better stability and handling, particularly for long-distance touring, by ensuring consistent and optimal damping regardless of the load or terrain.

BMW’s factory-installed version of this technology is typically called Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) or DDC (Dynamic Damping Control). The DDA systems are premium aftermarket alternatives that offer enhanced performance and durability, especially for heavy use or off-road conditions.

Can I Fit This Myself?

It is recommended that you take your bike to a competent company to have your new suspension fitted.

As a Touratech Authorised and Approved Suspension Centre we will be happy to provide a fitting service.  You will need to bring your bike to us and fitting takes 6-8 hours.  Please contact us for a quotation and we will provide a fixed fee cost – if it takes longer, we don’t charge any more.