KYB 341081 Suspension Strut - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Strut for BMW 5 Series

The KYB Excel-G 341081 is a rear suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling on select BMW 5 Series applications. It is a direct OE-style replacement for drivers who want factory-correct damping response without changing the vehicle’s designed behavior.

Built on KYB’s Excel-G line, this nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube strut uses OE-quality components and is assembled on KYB production lines that supply new vehicle manufacturers. For BMW 5 Series rear suspension service, 341081 is engineered to bring back predictable steering response, body control, and braking stability.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
• Restores designed control and handling on BMW 5 Series rear suspension
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Supports proper operation of electronic safety systems by maintaining suspension behavior as engineered
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Rear application with R-stop design

Product Line Details

Excel-G is KYB’s OE-replacement line for drivers who want suspension performance that matches the vehicle’s original tuning. The focus is on restoring factory ride quality and control rather than altering the suspension feel. For BMW 525i, 530i, 525iT, and 535i rear applications, KYB 341081 follows that OE-style approach with calibrated damping and OE-quality construction.

What This Strut Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps
• Reduced stability during lane changes and cornering
• Longer stopping distances caused by worn suspension control
• Uneven tire contact from weak damping
• Noisy or loose-feeling rear suspension response

Fitment

• Fits 1989-1995 BMW 525i, rear. Recommended OEM Replacement; Exc. M-Technik Suspension and Electronic Suspension; Excel-G.
• Fits 1994-1995 BMW 530i, rear. Recommended OEM replacement for (E34) excluding self-leveling feature; Excel-G.
• Fits 1993 BMW 525iT, rear. Recommended OEM Replacement; Exc. M-Technik Suspension and Electronic Suspension; Excel-G.
• Fits 1989-1993 BMW 535i, rear. Recommended OEM Replacement; Except Electronic Adjustable Suspension; (E34); Excel-G.
• Fits 1988 BMW 535i, rear. Recommended OEM Replacement; Except Electronic Adjustable Suspension; (E34); From 1/1988; Excel-G.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71253 for the same application.

Installation Notes and Quality Assurance

Verify rear suspension configuration before ordering, especially M-Technik, electronic adjustable suspension, and self-leveling feature exclusions listed in the fitment notes. KYB recommends replacing strut mounts, part number SM5251, to help reduce noise and vibration during service. For best results, inspect related suspension components and confirm alignment after installation.

KYB is a global OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is manufactured on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. Part number 341081 is built to restore original performance characteristics for the listed BMW 5 Series rear applications.