Product Description
640 SMC steering stabilizer for the 2004-2007 KTM 640 SMC, with 5 Scott's Performance kit options on this page: a complete kit, a mount kit only and a bar clamp. When the 640 SMC's front wheel hits something and the bars try to snap sideways, the damper resists that fast movement. 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-5972-02 (about 3.5 lb) and the weld-on mount kit only is part DM-4551-00 (about 1.5 lb); 2 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the KTM 640 SMC (2004-2007)
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-4551-00 | requires 2 small welds | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-5972-02 | requires mods to mount / read notes | about 3.5 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-5972-02 | requires mods to mount / read notes | about 2 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this 640 SMC listing
Scott's lists a single kit generation for the 640 SMC, so this page covers every model year from 2004 to 2007. The part numbers on this page are DS-4551-00, DS-5972-02, DM-4551-00. Scott's fitment notes for this bike: requires 2 small welds; requires mods to mount / read notes. 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 mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: KTM 640 SMC, 2004-2007
- Also searched as: 640 SMC stabilizer, 640 SMC 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 640 SMC | 2004-2007 (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007)
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the 640 SMC?
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 640 SMC. Triple clamp kits include a new clamp as part of the kit.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a KTM 640 SMC?
Scott's lists 5 kit options for the KTM 640 SMC (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 640 SMC steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the KTM 640 SMC (all years):
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-4551-00
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-5972-02
- Weld-On - Mount Kit Only: part DM-4551-00
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only: part DM-5972-02
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 640 SMC 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 640 SMC on this page.
What does a 640 SMC steering stabilizer do?
When the 640 SMC's front wheel hits something and the bars try to snap sideways, the damper resists that fast movement.
Is the Scott's stabilizer for the 640 SMC 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 640 SMC?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the KTM 640 SMC, the mount kit only parts: DM-4551-00, DM-5972-02.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my KTM 640 SMC?
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 640 SMC?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers all years of the KTM 640 SMC. 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 640 SMC 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 640 SMC 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.
