Product Description
SM400 steering stabilizer parts and kits for the 2003 GasGas SM 400: the Scott's steering stabilizer, matched to the model years Scott's lists for this bike. On the SM 400, 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 bolt-on complete kit is part DS-6265 (about 3.5 lb) and the bolt-on mount kit only is part DM-6265 (about 2 lb); 2 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the GasGas SM 400 (2003)
- Bolt-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-6265 | about 3.5 lb
- Bolt-On - Mount Kit Only | part DM-6265 | about 2 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount) | part FBD-6265 | about 0.5 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this SM 400 listing
Scott's lists a single kit generation for the SM 400, so this page covers every model year from 2003 to 2003. The part numbers on this page are DS-6265, DM-6265. This page offers bolt-on, top mount mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: GasGas SM 400, 2003
- Also searched as: SM400 stabilizer, SM 400 stabilizer, SM400 steering damper
- Stabilizer: part 4200-00 is the Scott's stabilizer sold separately and is the same for every bike; the bike-specific part is the mount kit.
Fitment
- GasGas SM 400 | 2003
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the SM 400?
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 GasGas SM 400?
Scott's lists 4 kit options for the GasGas SM 400 (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 SM400 steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the GasGas SM 400 (all years):
- Bolt-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-6265
- Bolt-On - Mount Kit Only: part DM-6265
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount): part FBD-6265
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 SM400 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 GasGas SM 400 on this page.
What does a SM400 steering stabilizer do?
On the SM 400, 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 SM400 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 GasGas SM 400?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the GasGas SM 400, the mount kit only part: DM-6265.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my GasGas SM 400?
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 SM 400?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers all years of the GasGas SM 400. 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 SM400 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 SM400 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.
