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      10-15-2020, 07:44 PM   #1
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Thought I'd share my F95 X5 M Competition.

Had the car since July (Actually 2nd one, first got delivered in June)

We're currently working with MSS to develop a lower spring kit

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Watching this with interest on Instagram - lowering looks good - is it 50mm?
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Watching this with interest on Instagram - lowering looks good - is it 50mm?
Once the kits fully finished we will confirm. There's more to go but it's about getting the rake right and performance of the vehicle.

I found on stock suspension we only used in comfort, hoping with the MSS we can finally use the other 2 settings.
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Once the kits fully finished we will confirm. There's more to go but it's about getting the rake right and performance of the vehicle.

I found on stock suspension we only used in comfort, hoping with the MSS we can finally use the other 2 settings.
Does this mean the MSS suspension will be softer than stock?
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Once the kits fully finished we will confirm. There's more to go but it's about getting the rake right and performance of the vehicle.

I found on stock suspension we only used in comfort, hoping with the MSS we can finally use the other 2 settings.
Does this mean the MSS suspension will be softer than stock?
The way MSS works with triple rate spring we're hoping so.

My personal opinion was the stock springs were too stiff but we have options to change spring rates if customers like stiffer.

We're running the MSS kit on our M2C and was surprised how good the ride was when lowered (better than stock) but when used, the performance was there.

We will be testing this on track in November.
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The way MSS works with triple rate spring we're hoping so.

My personal opinion was the stock springs were too stiff but we have options to change spring rates if customers like stiffer.
Yikes, this got me a bit worried. I enjoy the current suspension and think it is a great compromise. I'm working to start tracking from time to time once I get through all the schooling and find a spot I can put a heavy ride on. I would hate to sacrifice for softness but really want it lower!!! Keep us posted and honest feedback what's good what's bad.
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The way MSS works with triple rate spring we're hoping so.

My personal opinion was the stock springs were too stiff but we have options to change spring rates if customers like stiffer.

We're running the MSS kit on our M2C and was surprised how good the ride was when lowered (better than stock) but when used, the performance was there.

We will be testing this on track in November.
I can't wait for your detail impressions on the mss kit once its finalized. Its easy to drop a car but not so where it still handles/drives well. I've had springs/coilovers in the past where they felt great on the street but the car would bounce once its on the highway going over back to back dips.

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The way MSS works with triple rate spring we're hoping so.

My personal opinion was the stock springs were too stiff but we have options to change spring rates if customers like stiffer.
Yikes, this got me a bit worried. I enjoy the current suspension and think it is a great compromise. I'm working to start tracking from time to time once I get through all the schooling and find a spot I can put a heavy ride on. I would hate to sacrifice for softness but really want it lower!!! Keep us posted and honest feedback what's good what's bad.
It's personal preference, I found on the UK roads the Competition suspension very bumpy.

The great bit about MSS is springs rates can be spec'd. We're collecting the vehicle Tuesday and intend to carry on testing and put our own honest review on the kit.

I didn't use Sport/Sport plus suspension modes. Hoping now we can finally enjoy the adaptation suspension.
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The way MSS works with triple rate spring we're hoping so.

My personal opinion was the stock springs were too stiff but we have options to change spring rates if customers like stiffer.

We're running the MSS kit on our M2C and was surprised how good the ride was when lowered (better than stock) but when used, the performance was there.

We will be testing this on track in November.
I can't wait for your detail impressions on the mss kit once its finalized. Its easy to drop a car but not so where it still handles/drives well. I've had springs/coilovers in the past where they felt great on the street but the car would bounce once its on the highway going over back to back dips.

Alan
Exactly, suspension is very complex and can make or break a vehicle.

Don't worry we will be sharing our honest feedback and exciting to be working on this.
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It's personal preference, I found on the UK roads the Competition suspension very bumpy.

The great bit about MSS is springs rates can be spec'd. We're collecting the vehicle Tuesday and intend to carry on testing and put our own honest review on the kit.

I didn't use Sport/Sport plus suspension modes. Hoping now we can finally enjoy the adaptation suspension.
Same here. For New York City the suspension is a tad too firm. Initial impact is harsh. I drive over the Manhatten bridge every day and those metal road dividers is so harsh it causes parts of the interior to rattle which also drives me insane. The roads in and around the city is just horrible and its not because i'm some softy that can't handle firm suspension cars. All of my cars in the past were dropped either with springs or coilovers.
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As promised I've collected the vehicle from MSS today.

I've attached a couple pictures and 50/50 photo.

We're testing the product and excited to be working with MSS.
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I think it looks just right for the size and dimensions of the car.
Looking forward to hearing test results and feedback.
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I think it looks just right for the size and dimensions of the car.
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Agree looks great - looking forward to the reviews!
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This is how the X5MC should have came stock. Someone at bmw needs to voice out M cars should have the proper ride height to go along with handling/looks. Audi/Porsche/Merc all have lower stock ride heights than BMW's!

Really curious to hear your review on these. Particularly around:

Any noises/clunks over light to hard bumps?
Any bouncing over high speed dips?
How has the ride quality changed from stock?
Any change in how the steering feels?

Thanks!
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As promised I've collected the vehicle from MSS today.

I've attached a couple pictures and 50/50 photo.

We're testing the product and excited to be working with MSS.
Very interested to see your review of the driving characteristics. Is that a 1 inch drop? Will you be doing springs for the M50i as well?
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