Product Description
CRF450R steering stabilizer parts and kits for the 2008 Honda CRF 450 R: the Scott's steering stabilizer, matched to the model years Scott's lists for this bike. A steering stabilizer does for the CRF 450 R's handlebars what a shock does for the wheels: it controls fast movement with oil and valving you can adjust. For these years the top mount complete kit is part DS-7160 (about 3.5 lb), the top mount complete kit is part DS-7160-OS (about 3.5 lb) and the sub mount complete kit is part DS-SUB-7126-01 (about 3.5 lb); 8 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the Honda CRF 450 R (2008)
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-7160 | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete with Oversize Bar Mounts | part DS-7160-OS | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - when using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-7126-01 | about 3.5 lb
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer | part DT-9254-7160 | price includes a Billet Triple clamp | about 7.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - with Triple Clamp | part DT-SUB-7126R-06 | price includes Billet Triple Clamp | about 5 lb
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only | part DM-7160 | about 2 lb
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only with Oversize Bar Mounts | part DM-7160-OS | about 2.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - using original triple clamps | part DM-SUB-7126-01 | about 3.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount) | part FBD-7160 | about 0.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on-Sub mount) | part FBD-7126 | sub mount style / under the bars | about 0.5 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this CRF 450 R listing
Scott's lists 8 kit generations for the CRF 450 R: 2002-2004, 2005-2007, 2008, 2009-2012, 2013-2016, 2017-2018, 2019-2020, 2021-2026. This page covers 2008. For comparison, the nearest generations: 2009-2012 uses DS-6762; 2005-2007 uses DS-7160; 2013-2016 uses DS-6763. Scott's fitment notes for this bike: price includes a Billet Triple clamp; price includes Billet Triple Clamp; sub mount style / under the bars. Part DS-7160 is also used on 1 other Scott's model, so check the fit by model year and not by part number alone. This page offers top mount, sub mount mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: Honda CRF 450 R, 2008
- Also searched as: CRF450R stabilizer, CRF 450 R stabilizer, CRF450R 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 450 R | 2008
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the CRF 450 R?
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 CRF 450 R. Triple clamp kits include a new clamp as part of the kit.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a 2008 Honda CRF 450 R?
Scott's lists 11 kit options for the 2008 Honda CRF 450 R. 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 CRF450R steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the 2008 Honda CRF 450 R:
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-7160
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete with Oversize Bar Mounts: part DS-7160-OS
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - when using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-7126-01
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer: part DT-9254-7160
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - with Triple Clamp: part DT-SUB-7126R-06
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only: part DM-7160
4 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 CRF450R 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 2008 Honda CRF 450 R on this page.
What does a CRF450R steering stabilizer do?
A steering stabilizer does for the CRF 450 R's handlebars what a shock does for the wheels: it controls fast movement with oil and valving you can adjust.
Is the Scott's stabilizer for the CRF450R 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 2008 Honda CRF 450 R?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the 2008 Honda CRF 450 R, the mount kit only parts: DM-7160, DM-7160-OS, DM-SUB-7126-01.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my Honda CRF 450 R?
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 450 R?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers 2008 of the Honda CRF 450 R. 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 CRF450R 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 CRF450R 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.
