Product Description
450 SX steering stabilizer parts and kits for the 2003-2004 KTM 450 SX: the Scott's steering stabilizer, matched to the model years Scott's lists for this bike. It is a small hydraulic damper at the steering head of your 450 SX: oil moves through adjustable valving, so hard hits are taken out of the bars before they reach your hands. 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-5965 (about 3.5 lb) and the sub mount complete kit is part DS-SUB-5931-01 (about 3.5 lb); 8 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the KTM 450 SX (2003-2004)
- 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-5965 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit Solid - when using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-5931-01 | utilizes handlebar position 3 & 4 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - Rubber type - using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-5931-01R | utilizes handlebar position 3 & 4 | about 3.5 lb
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer | part DT-3009-5965 | price includes Billet Triple Clamp | about 7.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - with Triple Clamp | part DT-SUB-5931-03 | price includes Billet Triple Clamp | about 4.5 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-5965 | about 2 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount) | part FBD-5965 | std mount style / above the bars | about 0.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on-Sub mount) | part FBD-5931 | sub mount style / under the bars | about 0.5 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this 450 SX listing
Scott's lists 2 kit generations for the 450 SX: 2003-2004, 2005-2006. This page covers 2003-2004. For comparison, the nearest generations: 2005-2006 uses DS-4551-00. Scott's fitment notes for this bike: requires 2 small welds; utilizes handlebar position 3 & 4; price includes Billet Triple Clamp. This page offers weld-on, top mount, sub mount mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: KTM 450 SX, 2003-2004
- Also searched as: 450 SX stabilizer, 450 SX steering damper
- Stabilizer: the stabilizer on its own (part 4200-00) is the same on every bike; the mount kit is what changes by bike.
Fitment
- KTM 450 SX | 2003-2004 (2003, 2004)
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the 450 SX?
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 450 SX. Triple clamp kits include a new clamp as part of the kit.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a 2003-2004 KTM 450 SX?
Scott's lists 11 kit options for the 2003-2004 KTM 450 SX. 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 450 SX steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the 2003-2004 KTM 450 SX:
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-4551-00
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete - solid type: part DS-5965
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit Solid - when using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-5931-01
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - Rubber type - using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-5931-01R
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer: part DT-3009-5965
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - with Triple Clamp: part DT-SUB-5931-03
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 450 SX 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 2003-2004 KTM 450 SX on this page.
What does a 450 SX steering stabilizer do?
It is a small hydraulic damper at the steering head of your 450 SX: oil moves through adjustable valving, so hard hits are taken out of the bars before they reach your hands.
Is the Scott's stabilizer for the 450 SX 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 2003-2004 KTM 450 SX?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the 2003-2004 KTM 450 SX, the mount kit only parts: DM-4551-00, DM-5965.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my KTM 450 SX?
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 450 SX?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers 2003-2004 of the KTM 450 SX. 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 450 SX 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 450 SX 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.
