Bilstein Suspension Kit
Fitment: 2005 Porsche 911 997
Part #: 49-115604
Overview
The Bilstein B16 (DampTronic) Suspension Kit is a high-performance upgrade designed specifically for the 2005 Porsche 911 997. This kit enhances your vehicle’s handling, ride quality, and adjustability while maintaining the factory electronic damping system. It is ideal for enthusiasts seeking a combination of comfort, precision, and dynamic response, whether for spirited driving or daily use. The kit includes monotube dampers and matched springs, engineered to deliver consistent performance and durability. The zinc-coated, threaded body design offers flexibility for fine-tuning ride height to suit your preferences and driving conditions, ensuring your Porsche maintains its iconic balance and agility.
Key Features
This suspension kit features advanced engineering and premium materials to optimize your vehicle's performance and comfort. Key features include:
- Monotube damper design for improved response and heat dissipation
- Matched springs tuned for the specific application to ensure optimal handling
- Zinc-coated, threaded damper bodies for corrosion resistance and adjustable ride height
- Compatibility with OE electronic damping systems, retaining factory controls and features
- Designed to support precise handling and ride comfort across a variety of driving conditions
- Easy installation with a focus on maintaining factory electronic suspension functions
Construction & Design
The Bilstein B16 DampTronic kit features high-quality monotube dampers constructed with durable, corrosion-resistant zinc coating. The threaded damper bodies allow for customizable ride height adjustments, providing flexibility for both street and spirited driving. The springs are engineered to match the dampers, ensuring balanced performance and longevity, while the overall design preserves the integrity of the factory electronic damping system.
Driving Feel & Feedback
This suspension kit enhances your Porsche’s handling response, providing improved road feedback and stability. The monotube dampers deliver precise control and reduced body roll, resulting in a more engaging driving experience. The system maintains the factory electronic damping features, ensuring seamless integration and consistent ride quality whether cruising or pushing the vehicle to its limits.
Installation & Fitment
Installation requires basic mechanical skills and should be performed by qualified technicians familiar with Porsche suspension systems. The kit is designed as a direct bolt-on upgrade, compatible with the original mounting points and electronic damping controls. Proper setup and alignment are recommended post-installation to maximize performance and safety.
What’s Included
The package includes all necessary dampers, springs, and hardware required for installation, ensuring a complete upgrade for your vehicle’s suspension system.
Ideal For
This kit is perfect for Porsche enthusiasts seeking to improve handling, ride comfort, and adjustability without sacrificing the factory electronic damping features. It is suitable for both daily drivers and performance-oriented drivers who want a refined, responsive suspension upgrade.