If you’re looking to upgrade your BMW’s charge pipe, let me tell you about the Evolution Racewerks charge pipe for the N55 engine. This isn't just another silicone hose connection that you find with most competitors. Those things are a quick fix at best. The problem is, the throttle body lip is too short and lacks the necessary beads to keep that silicone hose in place when the boost hits. It’s like putting a band-aid on a bullet wound. Evolution Racewerks took a different route and designed a solid, factory-style connection that actually works.
Now, if you’ve ever cranked up the boost and watched your factory charge pipe disintegrate, you know the frustration. But with this upgrade, made entirely from high-grade 6061 aluminum, you can kiss those worries goodbye. This charge pipe is built to last, and it’s backed by a limited lifetime warranty—so you can really put it to the test without fear.
What’s cool about this kit is that it’s not just about strength; it’s about performance too. The airflow characteristics play a huge role in how your car responds. With smooth bends and minimal obstructions, you’ll notice a significant increase in throttle response and a decrease in turbo lag. The upper pipe features a 3-inch diameter that matches the factory throttle body, which is a step up from the stock 2.5 inches. This means more air and more power without any hiccups.
During the development phase, Evolution Racewerks really focused on that throttle body connection. They replicated the factory throttle body flange design, which uses an o-ring sealed by a c-clip. This setup not only holds up well under pressure—holding up to 25 PSI in their tests—but also makes installation and removal a breeze. If BMW trusts this design in critical areas like the coolant and clutch systems, you know it’s reliable.
And let’s not forget about the MAP sensor. The stock setup can lead to boost leaks if the silicone hose fails to seal properly. Evolution Racewerks has you covered here too, with a CNC-machined MAP sensor flange that utilizes the same factory o-ring seal for a tight fit.
This charge pipe kit comes with both upper and lower pipes, so you’ve got everything you need for a complete installation. No half-measures here.
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Products Fitment:
BMW 335i 2012-2016
BMW 435i 2014-2016
BMW M135i 2012-2016
BMW M235i 2014-2016
⚠ WARNING:
Cancer and Reproductive Harm
https://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
| Vehicle Make/Model | Year | Trims |
|---|---|---|
| BMW M235i | 2014-2016 | Base |
| BMW M235i | 2016 | M Sport |
| BMW M235i xDrive | 2015-2016 | Base |

Evolution Racewerks started out as a custom fabrication shop in 2004. Its experienced staff of fabricators and welders can virtually craft any part that you want. Evolution Racewerks’ talented welders (TIG & MIG) are skilled at working with aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium. The company takes pride in helping petrolheads build their dream race car from the ground up. Evolution Racewerks has you covered from the beginning stages of chassis preparation, which includes steam welding and roll cage construction, to the complete assembly of the car.
Evolution Racewerks Can Do It AllIf you dream it, Evolution Racewerks can build it. The company specializes in a number of different areas that all come together to create automotive works of art. Evolution Werks’ experienced technicians can install just about any part you may have. Nothing is impossible with the team’s custom fabrication, tuning, and suspension skills. The brand is known for fabricating custom welded (TIG & MIG) steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium parts. As aforementioned, Evolution Racewerks’ specialty lies in roll cage assembly and chassis welding, as they have built numerous roll cages to meet all racing rules set in place by sanctioning bodies. Whether it is NHRA drag racing, SCCA, drifting, or road racing, Evolution Racewerks can do it all.
Evolution Racewerks takes pride in being a one-stop shop for building, servicing, and pit crewing for your race car. It boasts years of experience building race cars for its customers, many of which brought home trophies and were featured in several magazines.
Evolution Racewerks at Vivid RacingVivid Racing has an extensive inventory of Evolution Racewerks products that will enhance the look, sound, and performance of your vehicle. We carry intercoolers and intercooler pipes, catted and catless downpipes, oil cooler upgrades, charge pipe kits, brake lines, and more! If you have any questions regarding the parts listed above or about Evolution Racewerks, please contact our sales team at (480) 966-3040.