Raybestos 980094R Disc Brake Rotor - Front

Raybestos R-Line Front Brake Rotor

The Raybestos R-Line 980094R is a vented front disc brake rotor built for select BMW applications, including 2001-2003 BMW 530i and 540i models and 2000 BMW 540i vehicles built from 03/2000. With a 12.756-inch outside diameter, 1.181-inch nominal thickness, and 5-lug conventional rotor design, it matches the dimensional requirements for the listed front brake fitments.

Raybestos R-Line focuses on OE-style replacement parts for everyday brake service. This rotor is a direct-fit front rotor for BMW 530i and BMW 540i applications that require a vented, conventional disc brake rotor with a 120 mm bolt circle and 79 mm center hole.

Key Features

• Part number 980094R
• Front disc brake rotor for select BMW 530i and BMW 540i models
• Vented rotor construction for front brake use
• Outside diameter: 12.756 in. / 324.0 mm
• Nominal thickness: 1.181 in. / 30.0 mm
• Discard thickness: 1.118 in. / 28.4 mm
• Overall height: 2.894 in. / 73.5 mm
• 5 mounting bolt holes and 5 stud/lug holes
• Mounting bolt hole circle diameter: 4.724 in. / 120.0 mm
• Center hole diameter: 3.110 in. / 79.0 mm
• Conventional rotor design, not drum-in-hat

Detailed Description

Raybestos 980094R is a front brake rotor engineered to match the fitment and dimensions required by select BMW 5 Series vehicles. The vented design supports front axle brake service, while the listed thickness, center bore, bolt pattern, and overall height help ensure proper alignment with the brake system on compatible BMW 530i and BMW 540i models. This part number 980094R is also referenced by other aftermarket brands for the same application, including Bosch 15010115 and Brembo 09.5579.21.

Compatible With 2001-2003 BMW 530i, front; 2001-2003 BMW 540i, front; and 2000 BMW 540i, front from 03/2000. For shoppers searching for a BMW 530i front brake rotor or BMW 540i front disc brake rotor, this Raybestos R-Line rotor provides the dimensional match needed for the listed vehicles.

What It Helps Address

• Brake rotor wear that has reached discard thickness
• Front brake pulsation caused by rotor condition
• Uneven braking performance from a worn rotor surface
• Rotor replacement needs during BMW front brake service
• Fitment issues when replacing a vented front rotor on the listed BMW models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor dimensions, bolt pattern, center bore, and vehicle build date before installation. This rotor is for front position use only and should be matched to the listed BMW applications: 2001-2003 BMW 530i, front; 2001-2003 BMW 540i, front; and 2000 BMW 540i, front from 03/2000. Confirm pad condition, hub surface cleanliness, and brake hardware compatibility during service.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos R-Line parts are positioned as OE-style replacement components for brake service. This rotor is built to the specified dimensions for the listed BMW applications and cross-references Bosch 15010115 and Brembo 09.5579.21 for the same application.