Öhlins Road & Track Coilovers – Mini Cooper R50 & Cooper S R53 (2001–2006)
Öhlins Road & Track Coilovers – Mini Cooper R50 & Cooper S R53 (2001–2006)
SKU: SKU: BMS MI10S1
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Öhlins Road & Track Coilovers – Mini Cooper R50 & Cooper S R53 (2001–2006)
Part Number: BMS MI10S1 | Chassis Code: R50/R53 | Fitment: Mini Cooper R50 & Cooper S R53 — 2001–2006
Over 40 years of motorsport engineering distilled into a street-ready coilover kit. The Öhlins Road & Track series delivers a genuine racing experience without sacrificing daily drivability — thanks to Öhlins' proprietary Dual Flow Valve (DFV) technology. Featuring a McPherson front strut with aluminium ball-bearing top mounts included, and a conventional rear shock with dustcovers, springs included as a complete car set. Approximately 15mm drop with the recommended setup.
Vehicle Fitment
| Mini Cooper | R50 — 2001–2006 |
| Mini Cooper S | R53 — 2001–2006 |
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | BMS MI10S1 |
| Chassis Code | R50 / R53 |
| Technology | DFV — Dual Flow Valve |
| Front Damper Type | McPherson strut |
| Rear Damper Type | Conventional shock absorber |
| Damping Adjustment | Single bleed adjuster (front & rear) |
| Front Spring Rate | 60 N/mm — included |
| Rear Spring Rate | 50 N/mm — included |
| Lowering Range | Approx. 15mm below standard (front & rear) |
| Front Top Mounts | Aluminium ball-bearing top mounts — included |
| Rear Top Mounts | Use with original top mounts |
| Dustcovers | Included (front & rear) |
| Springs Included | Yes — front & rear springs included |
| Rebuildable | Yes |
| Corrosion Testing | ISO 9227 salt spray tested |
| Warranty | 2-year limited warranty |
Included Springs
| Position | Spring Rate |
|---|---|
| Front | 60 N/mm |
| Rear | 50 N/mm |
General Features
- DFV technology (Dual Flow Valve) — Öhlins' proprietary damping system
- Individual height adjustment — approx. 15mm below standard
- Single bleed adjuster — compression and rebound
- Rebuildable for custom tuning
- Corrosion salt spray tested (ISO 9227)
- 2-year limited warranty
- Front & rear springs included
Front Features
- McPherson strut
- Single bleed adjuster
- Spring preload adjuster
- Height adjustable — approx. 15mm lower than standard
- Coil springs included (60 N/mm)
- Aluminium ball-bearing top mounts — included
- Dustcovers included
Rear Features
- Conventional shock absorber
- Single bleed adjuster
- Separate spring preload adjuster
- Height adjustable — approx. 15mm lower than standard
- Coil springs included (50 N/mm)
- Use with original top mounts
- Dustcovers included
Kit Contents
- Complete coilover kit including springs and all mounting parts
- Aluminium ball-bearing front top mounts
- Dustcovers (front & rear)
- C-spanner for spring preload adjustment
- Owner's manual and mounting instructions
- Öhlins sticker set
What is DFV (Dual Flow Valve)?
DFV is Öhlins' proprietary damping technology that sets the Road & Track range apart from conventional coilovers. The dual flow valve provides consistent damping characteristics on both compression and rebound strokes — the damper fluid follows a consistent flow path in both directions. This means the wheel and tyre can rapidly return to the road surface after a bump, maximising grip and traction at all times.
Because DFV opens more quickly on minor road imperfections, ride comfort is surprisingly supple — more akin to an OEM strut than a typical coilover. Over undulating surfaces, the compliance of the R&T units allows the car to crest bumps and potholes while remaining stable and in control. Traction is always maintained at its optimum level.
Why Öhlins Road & Track?
- ✅ Over 40 years of motorsport engineering heritage — trusted by factory race teams worldwide
- ✅ DFV technology — genuine race-car response with OEM-level daily comfort
- ✅ Aluminium ball-bearing front top mounts included — precision fitment for the R50/R53 platform
- ✅ Springs & dustcovers included — complete kit, ready to fit
- ✅ Rebuildable, ISO 9227 corrosion-tested, 2-year limited warranty
