Product Description
DRZ 250 DIRT steering stabilizer setup for the 2000-2009 Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt, built on the Scott's steering stabilizer, a hydraulic damper. This page lists a complete kit, a mount kit only, a frame bracket and a bar clamp, each with its Scott's part number. On the DRZ 250 dirt, the stabilizer mounts at the steering head and slows fast left to right movement of the bars, the shake you feel when a rock, rut or whoop tries to turn the front wheel. 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-5960-01 (about 3.5 lb) and the weld-on mount kit only is part DM-4551-00 (about 1.5 lb); 3 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt (2000-2009)
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-4551-00 | requires 2 small welds | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-5960-01 | 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-5960-01 | about 2 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount) | part FBD-5960 | about 0.38 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this DRZ 250 dirt listing
Scott's lists a single kit generation for the DRZ 250 dirt, so this page covers every model year from 2000 to 2009. The part numbers on this page are DS-4551-00, DS-5960-01, DM-4551-00. Scott's fitment notes for this bike: requires 2 small welds. This page offers weld-on, top mount mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt, 2000-2009
- Also searched as: DRZ 250 DIRT stabilizer, DRZ 250 DIRT 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
- Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt | 2000-2009
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the DRZ 250 dirt?
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 this the right kit for my year?
This page covers 2000-2009. Part numbers change between generations, so check your model year before you order.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt?
Scott's lists 6 kit options for the Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt (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 DRZ 250 dirt steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt (all years):
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-4551-00
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-5960-01
- Weld-On - Mount Kit Only: part DM-4551-00
- Top Mount - Mount Kit Only: part DM-5960-01
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount): part FBD-5960
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 DRZ 250 dirt 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 Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt on this page.
What does a DRZ 250 dirt steering stabilizer do?
On the DRZ 250 dirt, the stabilizer mounts at the steering head and slows fast left to right movement of the bars, the shake you feel when a rock, rut or whoop tries to turn the front wheel.
Is the Scott's stabilizer for the DRZ 250 dirt 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 Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt, the mount kit only parts: DM-4551-00, DM-5960-01.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt?
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 Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers all years of the Suzuki DRZ 250 dirt. 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 DRZ 250 dirt 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 DRZ 250 dirt 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.
