Is there anything i can do to make my X5 handle better

[ShantF1]

Originally Posted by blue dragon

This! If you knew that you wanted handling, you should have gotten adaptive drive.

I agree

[syhr]

Originally Posted by elvism

i have the std suspension but with the 20"s all around?

it's common for 4x4 owners to aftermarket upgrade their factory forbie suspensions, so you could probably do the same for your X5.

A quick google finds at least X5 Suspension which might be what you want ...

However ...
- I've not done this myself, so can't say how your ride dynamics might change.
- not sure if such mods are approved by your BMW service center (ie it might invalidate any factory warranty you have)
- insurance typically costs extra for a modified car.

Syhr.

[Epacy]

Trade it in

[m5james]

Trade it in? Take a huge loss on the trade-in, then pay the markup for another one? C'mon people, can we not get stupid replies like this? That is like when people talk about supercharging a 540i and then someone telling them they should have just gotten an M5. Just because a sport or adaptive suspension comes from the factory doesn't always make it the best of the best. The aftermarket is a billion dollar plus a year industry, so there are alternatives...lets hear those, not the "sell it" or "shoulda woulda coulda" answers.

[Epacy]

Originally Posted by m5james

Trade it in? Take a huge loss on the trade-in, then pay the markup for another one? C'mon people, can we not get stupid replies like this? That is like when people talk about supercharging a 540i and then someone telling them they should have just gotten an M5. Just because a sport or adaptive suspension comes from the factory doesn't always make it the best of the best. The aftermarket is a billion dollar plus a year industry, so there are alternatives...lets hear those, not the "sell it" or "shoulda woulda coulda" answers.

Trade you in.

The original question was ridiculous and seriously open-ended.
If you can't tell the tone of my reply then don't get all serious and butt-hurt.

[bren3085]

Easiest way to improve the driving experience would probably be to get some lighter wheels..

less corner weight = better handling, acceleration, deceleration

[m5james]

Originally Posted by Epacy

Trade you in.

The original question was ridiculous and seriously open-ended.
If you can't tell the tone of my reply then don't get all serious and butt-hurt.

While I may be low maintenance, I'd love to be a lighter and faster version of myself. I'm definately a 740iL, not an M3.

The question was pretty direct....how can he modify what he already owns. I didnt see a single hint of asking for opinions on what to trade it in for. I'm butt hurt, I just think it's stupid when people throw out financially irresponsible options. There is a thread on here w/ a guy wanting to supercharger his 4.8is for 20k, so that'd be like you telling him to just go buy the 100k X5M. Answer the question w/ aftermarket suspension choices, not whole vehicle changes.

[Penguin]

Best way for 99% of the drivers to improve handling is to take a performance driving school.

There's only so much you can do with a 5,000+ lb vehicle.

[Epacy]

Originally Posted by m5james

While I may be low maintenance, I'd love to be a lighter and faster version of myself. I'm definately a 740iL, not an M3.

The question was pretty direct....how can he modify what he already owns. I didnt see a single hint of asking for opinions on what to trade it in for. I'm butt hurt, I just think it's stupid when people throw out financially irresponsible options. There is a thread on here w/ a guy wanting to supercharger his 4.8is for 20k, so that'd be like you telling him to just go buy the 100k X5M. Answer the question w/ aftermarket suspension choices, not whole vehicle changes.

You still don't get it. Surprised you responded in the same manner as before.
Nothing you can do for some people...

[m5james]

Originally Posted by Penguin

Best way for 99% of the drivers to improve handling is to take a performance driving school.

There's only so much you can do with a 5,000+ lb vehicle.

100%. I did the same thing w/ my M5 at Bremerton Raceway w/ the Porsche Car Club of America....definately a good time.