Product Description
CRF 1000L Africa TWIN steering stabilizer from Scott's Performance, listed here for the 2016-2019 Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin with a complete kit, a mount kit only and a frame bracket. The damper sits at the CRF 1000L Africa Twin's steering head and resists fast left to right bar movement, which helps when gravel, sand or washboard starts the front end shaking. For these years the sub mount complete kit is part DS-SUB-5528 (about 3.5 lb) and the sub mount mount kit only is part DM-SUB-5528 (about 3.5 lb); 1 more option are listed below.
Kit options for the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin (2016-2019)
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - when using original triple clamp | part DS-SUB-5528 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - when using original triple clamp | part DM-SUB-5528 | about 3.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Sub mount) | part FBD-5528 | about 0.5 lb
About this CRF 1000L Africa Twin listing
Scott's lists a single kit generation for the CRF 1000L Africa Twin, so this page covers every model year from 2016 to 2019. The part numbers on this page are DS-SUB-5528, DM-SUB-5528.
Technical Details
- Fits: Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin, 2016-2019
- Also searched as: CRF 1000L Africa TWIN stabilizer, CRF 1000L Africa TWIN 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 CRF 1000L Africa Twin | 2016-2019 (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the CRF 1000L Africa Twin?
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.
Is the stabilizer sold separately?
Yes. The stabilizer on its own is part 4200-00 and fits every Scott's kit; the mount kit decides which bike it fits.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin?
Scott's lists 3 kit options for the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin (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 CRF 1000L Africa Twin steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin (all years):
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - when using original triple clamp: part DS-SUB-5528
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - when using original triple clamp: part DM-SUB-5528
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Sub mount): part FBD-5528
Does a Scott's CRF 1000L Africa Twin 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 Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin on this page.
What does a CRF 1000L Africa Twin steering stabilizer do?
The damper sits at the CRF 1000L Africa Twin's steering head and resists fast left to right bar movement, which helps when gravel, sand or washboard starts the front end shaking.
Is the Scott's stabilizer for the CRF 1000L Africa Twin 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 Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin, the mount kit only part: DM-SUB-5528.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin?
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 CRF 1000L Africa Twin?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers all years of the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin. 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 CRF 1000L Africa Twin 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 CRF 1000L Africa Twin 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.
