Product Description
CR125 steering stabilizer setup for the 1985-1988 Honda CR 125, built on the Scott's steering stabilizer, a hydraulic damper. This page lists a complete kit, each with its Scott's part number. Honda CR 125 riders fit a steering stabilizer to calm head shake in whoops, ruts and rocky sections without changing anything else on the bike. For these years the weld-on complete kit is part DS-UM-2427-45 (about 3.5 lb); 1 more option are listed below.
Kit options for the Honda CR 125 (1985-1988)
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-UM-2427-45 | about 3.5 lb
- Weld-On - Mount kit only | part DM-UM-2427-45 | about 3 lb
About this CR 125 listing
Scott's lists 5 kit generations for the CR 125: 1985-1988, 1989, 1991-1994, 1995-1997, 2002-2007. This page covers 1985-1988. The part numbers for these years (DS-UM-2427-45) are not used on the other generations, so match your model year before you order. For comparison, the nearest generations: 1989 uses DS-4551-00; 1991-1994 uses DS-4551-00; 1995-1997 uses DS-4551-00. Part DS-UM-2427-45 is also used on 2 other Scott's models, so check the fit by model year and not by part number alone.
Technical Details
- Fits: Honda CR 125, 1985-1988
- Also searched as: CR125 stabilizer, CR 125 stabilizer, CR125 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
- Honda CR 125 | 1985-1988 (1985, 1986, 1987, 1988)
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the CR 125?
If you do not have a Scott's stabilizer yet, pick a complete kit. The kit names above show the mount style and what is included.
Is this the right kit for my year?
This page covers 1985-1988. Part numbers change between generations, so check your model year before you order.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a 1985-1988 Honda CR 125?
Scott's lists 2 kit options for the 1985-1988 Honda CR 125. 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 CR125 steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the 1985-1988 Honda CR 125:
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-UM-2427-45
- Weld-On - Mount kit only: part DM-UM-2427-45
Does a Scott's CR125 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 1985-1988 Honda CR 125 on this page.
What does a CR125 steering stabilizer do?
Honda CR 125 riders fit a steering stabilizer to calm head shake in whoops, ruts and rocky sections without changing anything else on the bike.
Is the Scott's stabilizer for the CR125 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 1985-1988 Honda CR 125?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the 1985-1988 Honda CR 125, the mount kit only part: DM-UM-2427-45.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my Honda CR 125?
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 Honda CR 125?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers 1985-1988 of the Honda CR 125. 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 CR125 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 CR125 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.
