Nitron NTR R1 Coilover Systems, BMW E86/Z4 M

NTR R1 equals Race Technology at an unbelievable price.

Most people are aware that suspension is essential for high performance cars, and many have a vague idea of how most of it works but very few understand the finer details and understand how to get the best out of their car through correct setup. Unless you’re a racing driver with many hours experience, suspension can seem like a bit of a dark art. The video game "Gran Tourismo" may have introduced a whole new generation to toe angle, camber / castor, and damping adjustments- but fiddling with these complex settings in the real world is a little different.

Every time a manufacturer produces a new vehicle, whether it’s a sports car or a superbike – the designer’s aspirations for its handling are often restricted by the prohibitive pressures to continually drive down costs. Then, throw in the fact that every vehicle has to be produced to fit the widest possible range of uses, weights, tires and ‘safe’driving styles; it becomes clear why OE suspension isn’t perhaps as perfect as it could be (not mentioning that lawyers are often interested in diluting matters, too)!

After several years of working to improve the handling of many race cars and bikes, designing and producing every conceivable suspension component, and building a knowledge of winning solutions, Nitron Racing Systems was officially established in 1998 with the primary objective of producing the very finest racing shocks.
Since then, Nitron’s worldwide success has spanned over a decade of prestigious race wins and lap records on both two and four wheels using the revered NTR series of shock absorbers. Today, with direct motorsport involvement and a committed development program, every Nitron customer experiences cutting edge performance and design, proven on the world’s most demanding circuit and the latest evolution of technology in the NTR line.

Nitron Racing Systems is newer to the US BMW market, but continues its commitment to quality and support that have made them a dominating force in Europe for all makes and models. Nitron already with operations in the USA has become the #1 choice for Lotus owners in the USA and has set there sights on becoming the most winning in the highly competitive BMW market. Don't just take that on paper: Highlights for the BMW enthusiast include sweeping wins in the 'CSL Cup' where it's BMW vs. BMW as well as on the Nurburgring, where Nitrons are setting world lap-records with several different platforms, including the worlds fastest N/A engine E9x M3!
 

NTR R1 Complete Coilover Package:
We like different cars. We modify our cars to be individual. We each have our own driving style – so why then, do we settle for a ‘one shock suits all’ product? Unlike the OE shocks or many after market dampers, every single Nitron damper is hand built for the individual customer. This means Nitron can build the kit to suit your individual application and style, affording the ability to custom spring and valve the shocks at the factory.

Embraced by racers and race series around the world, R1 kits provide the answer to uncompromising quality, reliability and performance without the need for a remote canister.
We are all different, and our cars are similarly different down to the smallest changes; you are going to need the ability to make precise adjustments to have the edge.
Nitron R1 damper kits are ‘two-way’ adjustable, allowing adjustment of both the bump and rebound strokes through a single adjuster knob.  This can become confusing as many manufacturers state ‘one-way’ adjustment as only adjusting the bump stroke, or the rebound. The Nitron R1 series actually adjusts both bump/rebound on the same adjuster – in this implementation, a far superior solution than simply compression or rebound, the chassis is supported and is capable of control over the most grueling circuit!

That leads up to the type of adjustment and the range of the Nitron damper: Beware of just how much adjustment some after market damper kits offer – many kits in this price range state anything up to 40 clicks of adjustment! However they are usually not linear and often only have 5-10 clicks that actually make difference to the damping curve. Nitron shocks arrive (preset, may we add) with around 26 totally linear clicks. For most customers this means a simple initial setup process to find their individual ‘sweet spot’ and a ‘less 2 clicks’ for a wet set setup.



 

-----    NITRON NTR R1 for E8x Z4M Coupe & Roadster:   ----- Features: Comprised of (4) 2-way adjustable Nitron dampers with Nitron's trusted German-made linear rate race springs. A single adjuster knob affects both compression and rebound damping together for simple setup and road-friendly quick adjustment. No remote reservoir means R1 can compete in many classes, including BMW CCA events, and are as easy to install as any typical coilover set. All of the R1 shocks feature adjustable spring platforms for ride height adjustment, plus the dampers are also length adjustable to set the ride height whilst maintaining even spring preload... A huge advantage vs. other designs. Ideally valved out of the box for the rates of your choice: spring rates that the hardcore enthusiast wants, rates for a dual-use street car, or all the way up to a 100% race-competitive track car. Further compatible with a wide range of spring rates by the large adjustment range of the damper knobs. Performance and feedback: Nitron's high pressure gas-monotube damper design in the R1 is of direct lineage to the 3-way adjustable R3 shock, not an exercise in cost engineering. Nitrons oversized Monotube offers high speed stability and long-life durability that enthusiasts and racers alike, love under their vehicle. Heat dissipation and resistance to fade insures that your damping remains controlled over irregular surfaces from your favorite back road or a less than glass smooth race surface. A double-acting, single dial offers effortless control over a wide range of damping adjustment; helping to rapidly react and adapt to changing circuit conditions. Spherical mounts are included front and rear so all road inputs are transmitted directly into the damper, maximizing wheel control and providing optimum feedback to the driver's finger tips while Nitron's excellent damping properties maintain surprisingly good road manners. Designed, Engineered & Hand Built in the UK Designed in house using the latest 3D CAD techniques, Nitron race shocks are machined from billet and hand built entirely in the UK. Using the very latest 3D CAD modeling software, Nitron is able to rapidly design and calculate the optimum solution as a response from testing at the circuit. Each race shock is fully serviceable on demand, and made bespoke to order with customized spring and damping configurations per the customers chassis and needs. Nitron's design team benefits from many years experience in machining, materials technology, hydraulics and F1 race car and bike engineering; a combination that very few organizations can compete against. Industrial design and aesthetics is an integral part of the design process; ensuring that the finished look and feel of Nitron shocks are among the best in the world; reflecting the commitment to quality and performance the racer feels. Thats not all... Nitron's engineers do not just design the shocks based on manufacturing or computer generated calculations, but call upon first hand experiences of the unique demands racing and race machines place upon ideas. Many of the Nitron team either race themselves or have worked with top drivers and riders to directly assist in top podium finishes. This experience filters through and is evident in each damper with technology such as their unique low speed compression adjustment offering precise handling, tuning and feedback like nothing else in this price range. Nitron use the best combination of in-house prototyping and specialist machining to manufacture and control the quality of every component that goes into a Nitron shock. They work with leading industry experts supplying to F1 teams, with 5-axis machining, honing and welding. This same facilitys goal is of course to produce the most accurate parts available- critical for longevity and precise performance and is the very same that build each damper for you! Every component is individually assessed and assembled by hand at their Oxfordshire facility, in the heart of ‘Motorsport Valley’ in England. Qualified technicians have active interests in Motorsport and first hand experience with the importance that quality and reliability play in creating the winning formula. Before any shocks leave Nitron's facility, they are inspected, tested and signed off, giving you the confidence when your out there; pushing the limits!


Nitron's aim is supplying the best possible shocks made to the highest specifications. Nitron now sells shocks all over the world and continues to strive to supply the highest quality along with making product lines that offer high value next to the competition.
Always focusing on delivering serious performance and not compromising on design and build quality, both internally and externally- Nitron is the the solution the typical hard to impress BMW enthusiast has been looking for!

NTR-R1 kit features :

• Simultaneous bump and rebound damping adjustment (1-way)
• Front ride height adjustment, with all c-spanner wrenches included
• Nitron camber and castor adjustable pillow-ball top mounts (R1+)
• Inclusive of Nitron's German-made linear rate race springs
• Top plates isolated on needle roller bearing for precise steering, a feature unique to Nitron
• Independent length adjustment for front, elimination preload issues
• Fully screw-together assembly: easily rebuildable / revalveable. No more specialty tool headaches
• 1 year manufacturer warranty
• Nitron's precise Gas-Monotube design for ultimate control