Product Description
450 SM steering stabilizer kits for the 2005-2008 Beta 450 SM: Scott's Performance lists a complete kit, a mount kit only, a frame bracket and a bar clamp for this bike, so you can buy the whole setup or only the parts you need. On the 450 SM, the stabilizer mounts at the steering head and slows fast left to right movement of the bars, the shake you feel when a rock, rut or whoop tries to turn the front wheel. For these years the top mount complete kit is part DS-5867 (about 3.5 lb), the sub mount complete kit is part DS-SUB-5825-01R (about 3.5 lb) and the top mount mount kit only is part DM-5867 (about 2 lb); 4 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the Beta 450 SM (2005-2008)
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-5867 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - Rubber type - using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-5825-01R | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only | part DM-5867 | about 2 lb
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - rubber type - using original triple clamps | part DM-SUB-5825-01R | about 3.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Sub mount) | part FBD-5825 | about 0.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount) | part FBD-5867 | about 0.5 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this 450 SM listing
Scott's lists a single kit generation for the 450 SM, so this page covers every model year from 2005 to 2008. The part numbers on this page are DS-5867, DS-SUB-5825-01R, DM-5867. This page offers top mount, sub mount mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: Beta 450 SM, 2005-2008
- Also searched as: 450 SM stabilizer, 450 SM steering damper
- Stabilizer: the stabilizer on its own (part 4200-00) is the same on every bike; the mount kit is what changes by bike.
Fitment
- Beta 450 SM | 2005-2008 (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the 450 SM?
If you do not have a Scott's stabilizer yet, pick a complete kit. If you already own one, a mount kit only moves it to this bike.
Do I need new triple clamps?
Sub mount kits are listed for use with the original triple clamps on the 450 SM. Triple clamp kits include a new clamp as part of the kit.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a Beta 450 SM?
Scott's lists 7 kit options for the Beta 450 SM (all years). Pick the one you want from the Kit menu on this page. A complete kit has everything you need to get a stabilizer on the bike; a mount kit only is for riders who already own a Scott's stabilizer. The kit guide has a chooser table.
What is the part number for a 450 SM steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the Beta 450 SM (all years):
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-5867
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - Rubber type - using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-5825-01R
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only: part DM-5867
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - rubber type - using original triple clamps: part DM-SUB-5825-01R
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Sub mount): part FBD-5825
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount): part FBD-5867
1 option on this page, such as a bar clamp only, has no part number listed by Scott's, so it is not shown here.
Does a Scott's 450 SM steering damper kit come with the mounts?
The complete kit does. Scott's lists a complete kit as the one with everything you need to get a stabilizer on the bike, and a mount kit only as the part for riders who already own a Scott's stabilizer. Both are options for the Beta 450 SM on this page.
What does a 450 SM steering stabilizer do?
On the 450 SM, the stabilizer mounts at the steering head and slows fast left to right movement of the bars, the shake you feel when a rock, rut or whoop tries to turn the front wheel.
Is the Scott's stabilizer for the 450 SM the same as on other bikes?
Almost always. The stabilizer is part 4200-00, and the mount is the part that changes from bike to bike. See the Scott's 4200-00 stabilizer.
Can I move my Scott's stabilizer to a Beta 450 SM?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the Beta 450 SM, the mount kit only parts: DM-5867, DM-SUB-5825-01R.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my Beta 450 SM?
A tank slapper is a fast side to side shake of the handlebars. Our guides explain what causes it and how to decide whether you need a stabilizer: tank slappers, speed wobble and head shake and do you need a steering stabilizer.
Will a Scott's steering stabilizer fit my Beta 450 SM?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers all years of the Beta 450 SM. Choose your year in the fitment bar and match the part number on the kit to your bike. Part numbers are explained in the kit guide.
How do I set the damping on a 450 SM steering stabilizer?
Scott's says its off-road units damp as the bars turn away from center and let them return freely. Scott's also says the damping is adjustable, including while riding. The install guide covers settings.
How do I service a Scott's 450 SM steering stabilizer?
Scott's says to treat it like suspension, with an occasional oil change depending on how hard you ride. See the service guide.
