Product details
OVERVIEW
H&R's matched front & rear sway bar set for the F22/F23 228i and 230i increases torsional stiffness over the factory bars to reduce body roll and sharpen turn-in. The front bar is two-hole adjustable, letting you choose between a street-friendly setting and a stiffer track setting to fine-tune handling balance.
SPECS
- 28mm front bar / 20mm rear bar
- Front bar is two-hole adjustable for street/track roll-stiffness tuning
- Larger diameter than the factory bars for reduced body roll
- Includes H&R mounting bushings and hardware
PARTS INCLUDED
- Front sway bar
- Rear sway bar
- H&R mounting bushings and hardware
- Installation instructions
TECH RESOURCES
Additional Parts Required
- None. H&R includes the mounting bushings and hardware needed for installation.
- A four-wheel alignment is recommended after installation (service, sold separately).
Installation
- H&R general technical & installation information (PDF, hosted on our Shopify) — H&R does not publish a sway-bar-specific install guide separate from this general technical document.
Notes
- This kit is specific to 228i/230i; the F22 M235i/M240i uses a different H&R part — 72878-2.
PART NUMBER
- 72878 — Front & Rear Set
VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
| Make | Model | Chassis | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 228i Coupe | F22 | N20 2.0L Turbo I4 | 2014–2016 |
| BMW | 228i Convertible | F23 | N20 2.0L Turbo I4 | 2015–2016 |
| BMW | 230i Coupe | F22 | B46 2.0L Turbo I4 | 2017–2021 |
| BMW | 230i Convertible | F23 | B46 2.0L Turbo I4 | 2017–2021 |