Product Description
RM85 steering stabilizer setup for the 2002-2020 Suzuki RM 85, built on the Scott's steering stabilizer, a hydraulic damper. This page lists a triple clamp kit and a bar clamp, each with its Scott's part number. It is a small hydraulic damper at the steering head of your RM 85: 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 triple clamp kit is part DT-2009-4551 (about 7.5 lb) and the triple clamp kit is part DT-2009-5464; 1 more option are listed below.
Kit options for the Suzuki RM 85 (2002-2020)
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (weld-on kit) | part DT-2009-4551 | price includes Billet Triple clamp | about 7.5 lb
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer | part DT-2009-5464 | price includes Billet triple clamp
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this RM 85 listing
Scott's lists a single kit generation for the RM 85, so this page covers every model year from 2002 to 2020. The part numbers on this page are DT-2009-4551, DT-2009-5464. Scott's fitment notes for this bike: price includes Billet Triple clamp; price includes Billet triple clamp.
Technical Details
- Fits: Suzuki RM 85, 2002-2020
- Also searched as: RM85 stabilizer, RM 85 stabilizer, RM85 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
- Suzuki RM 85 | 2002-2020
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the RM 85?
If you do not have a Scott's stabilizer yet, pick a complete kit. The kit names above show the mount style and what is included.
Do I need new triple clamps?
Sub mount kits are listed for use with the original triple clamps on the RM 85. Triple clamp kits include a new clamp as part of the kit.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a Suzuki RM 85?
Scott's lists 3 kit options for the Suzuki RM 85 (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 RM85 steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the Suzuki RM 85 (all years):
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (weld-on kit): part DT-2009-4551
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer: part DT-2009-5464
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 RM85 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 RM 85 on this page.
What does a RM85 steering stabilizer do?
It is a small hydraulic damper at the steering head of your RM 85: 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 RM85 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.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my Suzuki RM 85?
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 RM 85?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers all years of the Suzuki RM 85. 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 RM85 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 RM85 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.
