R
CIVIC TYPE R
CIVIC TYPE R FL5

R

Code No. 80310-AH005C

 

  

 

 

Application

Engine K20C
Model Year 22/09 - 
Remarks  

Specification

  FRONT REAR
Damping force adjustment 30 steps 30 steps
Base valve - -
Height adjustable lower bracket ×
Upper mount Spherical bearing Spherical bearing
Inverted/Normal type Inverted Normal
Damper/Spring layout Coilover Separated
Spring rate change at factory Possible Possible
Damping force adjustment with wire -
Helper spring
(Spring rate N/mm)
〇 (19.8) 〇 (19.8)
Ride Height mm
  Factory *2 Test data Adjustable range
High - Low *3
Drivable range
High - Low *4
FRONT Ride height *1 657 640 660 ~ 636 660 ~ 651
Against stock -18 -35 -15 ~ -39 -15 ~ -24
REAR Ride height *1 659 640 680 ~ 637 680 ~ 637
Against stock -13 -32 8 ~ -35 8 ~ -35

*1. Height from road surface to fender arch.
*2. Height at factory is the data tested at HKS with the setting of Full Kit. (HKS' recommended setting.)
*3. Adjustable range (However, the lowest value may not be road legal.
Even within the adjustable range, car body, arm etc. may contact. In such case, it will be hard to drive.
Damper oil leakage or any other problems caused by low ride height setting from the factory setting will void the warranty of the product.)
*4. Drivable range that there is no contact of car body or arms etc. (However, change of tire/wheel size may cause a problem.)
Caution). Actual data depends on each vehicle.


Kit information

Spring of Full Kit

  F R
Spring rate N/mm(kgf/mm) 137 ( 14.0 ) 137 ( 14.0 )
Free height (mm) 150 150
Spring type Straight Straight
Recommended range to change spring rate N/mm(kgf/mm) +20 ( 2 ) +20 ( 2 )

Specification of damper

  F R
Damping force (Rebound/Damping)N* 1172 / 530 294 / 280
Default position of dial 15 15
Remaining damper stroke (Rebound/Damping)mm 58 / 41 88 / 61

* The value of the damping force is at piston speed of 0.1m/sec.

Setting data

  F R
Default Test Drivable limit
High *
Drivable limit
Low *
Default Test Drivable limit
High *
Drivable limit
Low *
Length of
case (mm)
306 306 306 405 405 429 382
Spring
Set length(mm)
203 211 200 209 - - - -
Length to ride hight
adjuster (mm)
52 44 55 46 48 36 66 29
Lever ratio 1.00 1.18(spg) , 0.94(dmp)

* Refer to the above explanation *3 of ride height information for drivable high and low limitations.



Test vehicle information

  F R
Vehicle weight kg 890 (890) 541 (540)
Tire size (Air pressure) kPa 265 / 35 - 18 ( 200 ) 265 / 35 - 18 ( 200 )
Wheel size 9.5 JJ × 18 inset 45 9.5 JJ × 18 inset 45
Alignment
(Toe/Camber)
Test data out 1 mm / -3°57' out 1 mm / -1°59'
Standard value in 1 ± 2 mm / -0°18' ± 0°30' in 2 ± 2 mm / -1°12' ± 0°45'

* Test data at HKS.


Parts List   * It may be changed without prior notice.

 

Points

- Although the FL5 is equipped with highly sophisticated electronically controlled shock absorbers, we were concerned about the stiffness of the rear and the instability caused by the high ride height during hardcore driving at the track. We also found the rear suspension to be overly stiff in Comfort mode for street driving.
- We aimed to enhance sporty driving performance while preserving the strengths of the stock suspension and delivering a more comfortable street ride than the factory Comfort mode.
- The front and rear spring rates are high with 14 kg/mm. However, by combining low-vibration springs with precisely tuned dampers (refined through years of development), we have achieved a ride quality that far surpasses what is possible with the stock suspension.
- Testing was conducted at Fuji Speedway using size 265/35R18 ADVAN A052 tires.
- The rear damping dial is positioned for easy adjustment even while wearing a helmet at circuits.
- The tested ride height reflects adjustments made to increase negative camber from the factory settings. Please note that with stock wheels, the front tires and dampers may come into contact.
- If the front ride height is set to less than 46 mm using stock tire and wheel sizes, the tires and suspension components may interfere near the steering lock. This may vary depending on wheel rim width and offset.


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