Description
The value of KW V2 on a 1997–2003 BMW 5 Series (E39) is not just the change in stance; it is the ability to place the chassis in a more controlled operating window for the way the car is actually driven.
KW V2 adds low-speed rebound adjustment to the core KW street coilover concept. KW's current V2 technology uses a 16-click rebound adjuster, allowing the driver to influence how firmly the chassis is supported as the suspension extends after a compression event. The application-specific calibration is intended to give the chassis a more deliberate response than a one-size-fits-all suspension combination.
Why Choose the KW V2 for This Application?
Choose the V2 when ride height alone is not enough and you want direct control over rebound. Rebound tuning can be used to influence how quickly the chassis settles after compression and how firmly the body is tied down through transitions.
Key Features
- 16-click low-speed rebound adjustment
- Continuously adjustable ride height within the application-specific range
- Application-developed spring and damper package
- Useful tuning range for street, canyon and fast-road setups
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: BMW
- Application: 5 series (E39)
- Configuration: Sedan
- KW Jobber Model Years: 97-03
- KW Part Number: 15220008
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 35-65 mm (1.4-2.5 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 30-60 mm (1.2-2.3 in)
- Front Spring Rate: 400 lb/in
- Rear Spring Rate: Progressive-rate spring (KW jobber designation)
Enthusiast Setup Perspective
The tuning opportunity is greatest when the car has already moved beyond basic cosmetic modification. As grip and braking capability increase, damper control becomes progressively more important to keeping the chassis predictable. For a road-driven car, preserving usable bump travel and sensible alignment is usually more important than using the full available lowering range.
Important KW Fitment Notes
- KW Note 1: Height adjustable on the front and rear axles (threaded strut housings)
- KW Note 8: Not for vehicles with automatic self leveling control
- KW Note 19: Additional front axle assembly parts for vehicles with EDC are required from the automobile manufacturer: for the front: (BMW Part No.: dome bearings 31 331 091 709 + washer 31 331 116 983 + collar 31 331 110 196), for the rear: (BMW Teile-Nr. dome bearin
Fitment note: Specifications above are tied to the exact KW part number shown and the application data in the supplied KW jobber sheet. Confirm the vehicle's drivetrain, factory electronic suspension, axle weight and any listed hardware requirements before ordering.