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| Brand | GBRacing |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Alternator cover protector |
| Material | 60% glass-fibre-reinforced high-impact nylon composite |
| Mounting Method | Bolted (hardware included) |
| Fitment | BMW S1000RR (2009–2018) |
| Intended Use | Road and track |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
GBRacing has spent years refining engine case protection at the highest levels of motorsport, and the alternator cover protector for the BMW S1000RR (2009–2018) is a direct product of that heritage. Designed to complement the aggressive lines of the S1000RR rather than obscure them, this cover delivers race-proven shielding for one of the engine's most vulnerable and costly components — whether you're cutting lap times at a circuit or pressing hard on a weekend road run.
Key Features
- Precision fit for the BMW S1000RR across all model years 2009 to 2018, integrating cleanly with the original fairing and engine casings
- Constructed from a high-impact composite of 60% glass-fibre-reinforced nylon, combining exceptional impact resistance with a genuinely lightweight profile
- Bolted, not bonded — a proper mechanical fixing that guarantees maximum rigidity, straightforward installation and easy removal for servicing
- Guards the alternator against crash damage that could otherwise result in expensive repair or engine case replacement
- Motorsport-derived aesthetic that sits flush and purposeful on the S1000RR without adding visual bulk
- All required mounting hardware included in the box — no separate fastener hunt required
Design, Finish and Heritage
GBRacing's reputation was built on the pit lanes and gravel traps of club racing and World Superbike paddocks alike. The design language of this alternator cover reflects that lineage: clean, purposeful geometry that mirrors the factory styling of the S1000RR rather than clashing with it. The 60% glass-fibre-reinforced nylon compound is not an off-the-shelf plastic — it is a revolutionary high-impact composite developed specifically to absorb and distribute crash energy, protecting the underlying alloy casing from the kind of sudden impact that would otherwise write off an expensive alternator housing.
The bolted mounting philosophy is a deliberate engineering choice. Adhesive-bonded covers can peel, shift under load, or fail silently before the moment they are actually needed. GBRacing's mechanical fixing keeps the protector precisely located at all times, resistant to vibration and heat cycling across the full rev range of the S1000RR's inline-four.
Road and Track Use
On track, an alternator failure caused by a low-side at Turn 1 is a session-ending — and potentially meeting-ending — event. This cover transforms that scenario into a brief pit stop. On the road, the same logic applies: a stationary tip-over in a car park or a kerb clip at low speed carries enough energy to crack an unprotected alternator cover. Fitting the GBRacing protector is a straightforward, one-time investment that pays for itself the first time it takes a hit.
Fitment and Compatibility
This alternator cover protector is engineered exclusively for the BMW S1000RR and covers the full production run from 2009 through to 2018. It is a direct bolt-on installation requiring no modification to the motorcycle.
- BMW S1000RR — 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Specifications
| Brand | GBRacing |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Alternator cover protector |
| Material | 60% glass-fibre-reinforced high-impact nylon composite |
| Mounting Method | Bolted (hardware included) |
| Fitment | BMW S1000RR (2009–2018) |
| Intended Use | Road and track |
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 1x alternator cover protector
- 1x set of fitting bolts
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- BMW S1000RR (2009–2018)
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