Product Description
MC450F steering stabilizer parts and kits for the 2021-2023 GasGas MC 450 F: the Scott's steering stabilizer, matched to the model years Scott's lists for this bike. It is a small hydraulic damper at the steering head of your MC 450 F: oil moves through adjustable valving, so hard hits are taken out of the bars before they reach your hands. For these years the weld-on complete kit is part DS-4551-00 (about 3.5 lb), the top mount complete kit is part DS-5970-02 (about 3.5 lb) and the sub mount complete kit is part DS-SUB-5925-02 (about 3.5 lb); 12 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the GasGas MC 450 F (2021-2023)
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-4551-00 | requires 2 small welds | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete - solid type | part DS-5970-02 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit Solid - when using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-5925-02 | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete - Rubber type | part DS-RDS-5970-02
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - Rubber type - using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-5925-02R | about 3.5 lb
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (Bolt-on Kit) | part DT-9259-5970 | about 7.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - with Triple Clamp | part DT-SUB-5925-01 | about 5 lb
- Weld-On - Mount Kit Only | part DM-4551-00 | requires 2 small welds | about 1.5 lb
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only | part DM-5970-02 | about 2 lb
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - Solid type - using original triple clamps | part DM-SUB-5925-02 | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only - Rubber type | part DM-RDS-5970-02
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - rubber type - using original triple clamps | part DM-SUB-5925-02R | about 3.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount) | part FBD-5970 | about 0.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on sub mount) | part FBD-5925 | about 0.5 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this MC 450 F listing
Scott's lists 2 kit generations for the MC 450 F: 2021-2023, 2024-2027. This page covers 2021-2023. For comparison, the nearest generations: 2024-2027 uses DS-4551-00. Scott's fitment notes for this bike: requires 2 small welds. This page offers weld-on, top mount, sub mount, bolt-on mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: GasGas MC 450 F, 2021-2023
- Also searched as: MC450F stabilizer, MC 450 F stabilizer, MC450F 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
- GasGas MC 450 F | 2021-2023 (2021, 2022, 2023)
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the MC 450 F?
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 to drill or weld?
Scott's lists most kits as bolt-on with no welding and offers a weld-on version for tight spaces. Any drilling is noted in the kit options above.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a 2021-2023 GasGas MC 450 F?
Scott's lists 15 kit options for the 2021-2023 GasGas MC 450 F. 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 MC450F steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the 2021-2023 GasGas MC 450 F:
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-4551-00
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete - solid type: part DS-5970-02
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit Solid - when using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-5925-02
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete - Rubber type: part DS-RDS-5970-02
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - Rubber type - using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-5925-02R
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (Bolt-on Kit): part DT-9259-5970
8 more kit options with part numbers are listed in the Kit menu on this page.
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 MC450F 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 2021-2023 GasGas MC 450 F on this page.
What does a MC450F steering stabilizer do?
It is a small hydraulic damper at the steering head of your MC 450 F: oil moves through adjustable valving, so hard hits are taken out of the bars before they reach your hands.
Is the Scott's stabilizer for the MC450F 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 2021-2023 GasGas MC 450 F?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the 2021-2023 GasGas MC 450 F, the mount kit only parts: DM-4551-00, DM-5970-02, DM-SUB-5925-02.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my GasGas MC 450 F?
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 GasGas MC 450 F?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers 2021-2023 of the GasGas MC 450 F. 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 MC450F 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 MC450F 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.
