The new M2 has been poked, prodded, and assessed into oblivion over the first couple months of its release. To no ones surprise it has passed all of these tests with glowing reviews and has been labelled the "rebirth of the ///M brand". Customers and publications alike glow about how seemingly perfect the car is. They are not alone in that assessment and we here at Dinan find the M2 a marvelous car as well... but its still not perfect.
Dinan has set its sights on improving this already iconic vehicle and wishes to unveil to the world the first iteration of the new and improved M2; the Dinan S1 M2. Complete with a dizzying array of modifications to improve performance, sound, and looks the Dinan modified M2 is a spectacle to behold and more importantly, experience.
The entries below provide more in depth details on each of the major modifications that have been completed thus far.
A completely new and improved M2 experience is just a few clicks away.
Dinan F87 M2 Free Flow Exhaust
Part Number: D660-0056-BLK
Applications: 2016+ F87 M2 Coupe
Photos: Additional product photos will be posted/available next week.
Release Date: Friday, August 26th, 2016.
Description: The aggressiveness of a track exhaust and the refinement expected of a daily driver, all wrapped into one is what many desire but find hard to acquire. This 'white whale' of a product just became easier to locate with Dinan's M2 Free Flow exhaust system that utilizes the factory exhaust valve in concert with Dinan's muffler design to allow for this Jekyll and Hyde ability.
Dinan's Free Flow exhaust system features 100% stainless steel construction measured to exact specifications to ensure proper fit via factory hangers and mounting points. Dyno tuned for maximum exhaust flow with minimum back pressure, this system is designed to provide a more aggressive sound under acceleration, while reducing drone inside the vehicle. This is accomplished thanks to a computer controlled valve that limits noise during low speed driving and opens fully during high-load conditions to allow free flow. For maximum enjoyment and sound when the valve is opened on the M2 exhaust the system becomes a straight pipe to achieve peak power, flow and tone. No matter if the valve is open or closed the exhaust gasses make their exit via Dinan's signature enlarged, laser engraved, black ceramic quad tips. Not only will your M2 sound breathtaking, it will look the part as well.
Benefits of the Dinan Free Flow Exhaust for the BMW F87 M2:
- Maximum gain of +6 HP and +5 ft-lb of torque
- Sportier sound
- 100% 304 Stainless Steel Construction
- Quad 3.5" laser engraved black ceramic tips with Dinan logo
- Computer controlled valve limits noise during low speed driving; valve opens fully during high-load conditions to allow free flow
- Stock exhaust valve actuators are reused
- When valve is open, exhaust flows straight through 3.25" tubing
- Includes mounting hardware
Dinan Resonator Delete Kit for the BMW F87 M2
Part Number: D660-0059
Applications: 2016+ F87 M2 Coupe
Release Date: Today, August 19th, 2016.
Description: For those that wish to have a bit more volume out of the system we offer a kit in addition to the axle back exhaust system that makes removing the factory resonator a breeze. The Dinan Resonator Delete Kit for the for the F87 M2 allows for an aggressive tone to be achieved out of the stock system as well, but coupled with the associated Dinan exhaust the sound is further perfected into an aggressive growl that is hard to ignore. This piece removes the factory resonated section and replaces it with straight-through 3.25" T304 stainless steel tubing for better flow, and sound.
Please Note: The Dinan Resonator Delete Kit for the F87 M2 is only confirmed to fit with the Dinan Free Flow Axle Back and stock exhaust systems. Fitment with other axle back units is not guaranteed.
Dinan F87 M2 Carbon Fiber Intake
Part Number: D760-0038
Applications: 2016+ F87 M2 Coupe
Release Date: Today, August 19th, 2016.
Description: Efficiency and maximizing the potential of the stock intake design were the keys to development for this N55 intake on the M2. Our sealed system delivers as much cold outside air as possible to the engine via an optimized carbon fiber tube that mimics the stock pipe but with less resistance with a straighter freer flowing design. The increased amount of air feeds into a larger volume airbox complete with a larger filter that elicits a sporty tone that makes the intake sound as good as it performs. This optimized design yields an incredible 8HP and 6 lb-ft of torque even without any additional modifications. Simply perform the short bolt-on installation in under an hour and enjoy a more powerful and audibly satisfying driving experience.
Benefits of the Dinan Carbon Fiber High Flow Air Intake for the F87 M2:
- More Power: +8 HP & +6 lb-ft of torque without additional modifications
- Sportier Sound
- Larger volume air box that completely seals
- Optimized carbon fiber intake tube
- Larger cylindrical air filter
- Larger MAF
- Quick and easy installation
Please Note: The Dinan Carbon Fiber Cold Air Intake for the F87 M2 requires modification of the drivers side strut brace. Dinan is developing carbon fiber replacement strut braces that will not require this modification as an alternative and will be sold separately. Unfortunately this option is months away from a retail release.
Dinan F87 M2 DINANTRONICS Stage 1
Part Number: D440-0049-ST1
Applications: 2016+ F87 M2 Coupe
Release Date: Today, August 19th, 2016.
Description: The backbone of any tuned setup is the engine tune itself which allows optimization of boost, air, fuel, and lambda targets among other variables. These specific parameters allow the car to safely extract as much power as possible out of the engine. On the M2 this task is especially daunting given how close to the edge of its capability the N55 and its turbo are tuned from the factory. BMW did not leave a lot on the table to work with in terms of additional power output as the turbos are taxed heavily out of the gate. In fact, in its stock configuration, the M2 is nearly the equivalent of a Dinan stage 3 tuned M235i (the stage just short of the big turbo and associated tuning). That is not to say improvements could not be made and the power band improved however.
In its stage 1 form, peak number increases were limited but max gains were recorded as high as 31 HP and 31 lb-ft of torque in some cases. Gains average 12-15 HP/lb-ft increases across the power band however. While by the numbers it may not look like much, it feels more fluid and eager on the road. Power simply comes on more noticeably at 3500 RPM and the tuner continues to hold the increases all the way to red-line for a more enjoyable experience.
Its a great foundation to build upon while we explore the big turbo possibilities and extract what we expect to be very solid gains out of that next step.
