Product Description
144 XC steering stabilizer choices for KTM 144 XC riders (2008): a complete kit, a triple clamp kit, a mount kit only, a frame bracket and a bar clamp. Every option below comes from Scott's own fitment list for this bike. A steering stabilizer does for the 144 XC's handlebars what a shock does for the wheels: it controls fast movement with oil and valving you can adjust. 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-5962 (about 3.5 lb) and the sub mount complete kit is part DS-SUB-5928-01 (about 3.5 lb); 12 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the KTM 144 XC (2008)
- 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-5962 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit Solid - when using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-5928-01 | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete - Rubber type | part DS-RDS-5962
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - Rubber type - using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-5928-01R | about 3.5 lb
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (Weld-on kit) | part DT-9222-4551 | price includes Billet Triple Clamp | about 7.5 lb
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (Bolt-on kit) | part DT-9222-5962 | price includes Billet Triple Clamp | about 7.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - with Triple Clamp | part DT-SUB-5928-03 | price includes Billet Triple Clamp | 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-5962 | about 2 lb
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only Solid - when using original triple clamps | part DM-SUB-5928-01 | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only - Rubber type | part DM-RDS-5962
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - rubber type - using original triple clamps | part DM-SUB-5928-01R | about 3.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount) | part FBD-5962 | std mount style / above the bars | about 0.5 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this 144 XC listing
Scott's lists a single kit generation for the 144 XC, so this page covers every model year from 2008 to 2008. The part numbers on this page are DS-4551-00, DS-5962, DS-SUB-5928-01. Scott's fitment notes for this bike: requires 2 small welds; price includes Billet Triple Clamp; std mount style / above the bars. Part DS-4551-00 is also used on 220 other Scott's models, so check the fit by model year and not by part number alone. This page offers weld-on, top mount, sub mount, bolt-on mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: KTM 144 XC, 2008
- Also searched as: 144 XC stabilizer, 144 XC 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
- KTM 144 XC | 2008
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the 144 XC?
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 144 XC. Triple clamp kits include a new clamp as part of the kit.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a KTM 144 XC?
Scott's lists 15 kit options for the KTM 144 XC (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 144 XC steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the KTM 144 XC (all years):
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-4551-00
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete - solid type: part DS-5962
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit Solid - when using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-5928-01
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete - Rubber type: part DS-RDS-5962
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - Rubber type - using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-5928-01R
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (Weld-on kit): part DT-9222-4551
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 144 XC 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 KTM 144 XC on this page.
What does a 144 XC steering stabilizer do?
A steering stabilizer does for the 144 XC'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 144 XC 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 KTM 144 XC?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the KTM 144 XC, the mount kit only parts: DM-4551-00, DM-5962, DM-SUB-5928-01.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my KTM 144 XC?
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 KTM 144 XC?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers all years of the KTM 144 XC. 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 144 XC 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 144 XC 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.
