BMW F10 M5 F12 F13 M6 Strut Shock Absorber Spring Front Right O/S 7850116

The Front Right Shock Absorber with Spring for BMW F10 M5 / F12 F13 M6 is an original suspension component designed for installation on the front axle on the passenger side. Thanks to its factory BMW design, it ensures precise handling and stable vehicle behavior during dynamic driving, maintaining the performance characteristics specific to M versions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7850116
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7850116
• Substitutable numbers: 7850116, 31317850116
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Shock & Spring Assembly
• Category: Shocks, Struts & Assemblies

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW M5 F10 / M6 F12 F13

The offered component is a complete front right shock absorber with a spring, specifically designed for sporty BMW M series models on the F10, F12, and F13 platforms. Its placement on the vehicle is the front, right side, which is crucial for correct part selection within the front axle.

As part of the Shock Absorbers and Struts group, it works with other suspension components such as control arms, stabilizer links, and steering knuckles, forming a cohesive system responsible for vibration damping, maintaining grip, and controlling body roll.

Construction and Technical Function

The strut combines the shock absorber and suspension spring in a single column, allowing for a compact and rigid front suspension design in the BMW M5 and M6. This system:

• absorbs vertical and lateral loads acting on the wheel during driving,
• dampens road imperfections, reducing vibration transfer to the body,
• stabilizes wheel camber and toe during braking and acceleration,
• supports precise handling at high speeds.

Thanks to its factory damping characteristics, this component retains the original driving properties intended by BMW engineers for M versions, which is particularly important in high-performance cars with sporty chassis tuning.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Shock Absorber

Choosing an original BMW OE shock absorber helps maintain the suspension's structural integrity and predictable vehicle behavior in all conditions. Compared to aftermarket alternatives, the factory component ensures:

• exact fit to mounting points and suspension geometry,
• damping force and spring characteristics consistent with the design,
• proper integration with traction and stability control systems.

As a used part, this shock absorber is an attractive cost-effective solution while maintaining the original BMW specification, which is important for both accident repairs and restoring the vehicle's factory handling after suspension component wear.

Professional Installation and Operation

Installing the front right shock absorber with spring in the BMW M5 F10 and M6 F12/F13 requires adherence to the manufacturer's service procedures, including a suspension geometry check after replacement. It is recommended that the work be performed by a workshop experienced with M models to fully utilize the driving system's potential and avoid premature tire or suspension component wear.

To better understand the role of such components in the entire driving system, it is worth consulting a guide on suspension – practical information can be found in the article Suspension System – A Comprehensive Guide to Shock Absorbers, Control Arms, and Stabilizers, which discusses the principles of diagnostics and operation of key components.

Expanding Front Suspension Repairs in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front suspension area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as struts, springs, or complete strut assemblies, check the available parts in the BMW Shock Absorbers and Struts category.

When selecting used suspension and brake components, materials on economical repairs using salvaged parts can also be helpful – more practical tips can be found in the publication Brake Calipers Under the Microscope: How to Effectively Reduce Brake System Repair Costs by Choosing Proven Salvaged Parts, which shows how to consciously combine safety with service cost optimization.