Reliable: Reliable protection of the valve covers against the consequences of tipping over, slipping, or scratching, for example, when manoeuvring in a garage

The cylinders of a BMW boxer are exposed. A fall, slip, or scraping against a plastered wall while manoeuvring can easily cause mechanical damage up to and including grinding through the valve cover, or at the very least, cause annoying scratches. Since the valve covers are exclusively mounted with friction fit, there is a risk that the valve cover will shift relative to the cylinder head under any impact, potentially damaging the complex valve mechanism or mounting threads. Therefore, additional protection for the valve covers is of particular importance. We have developed a set of highly effective protectors. These are characterised by their precise fit, lying snugly against the valve cover with a minimal gap. This requires precise manufacturing.
The protector is made of high-strength aluminium. Its protective stiffness results from its three-dimensionally bent shape and generous material thickness of 3 mm. On the inside, facing the valve cover, we have integrated segments made of a high-temperature resistant elastic material. These segments are dimensioned to absorb shocks with respect to their Shore hardness*). Their supportive and protective effect ensures that external forces are evenly absorbed by the segments and distributed over three solid mounting points per protector, preventing force peaks. The high-quality design and function of the protectors are complemented by a 12 mm thick integrated grinding pad. In the event of an accident, it serves as protection to prevent grinding through the valve cover and the inevitable oil loss that would result. In this way, the protectors help reduce or avoid the risk of consequential damage. In many cases, they allow uninterrupted riding after an incident. The mounting is simple with the included mounting kit.