Product Description
WR450F steering stabilizer parts and kits for the 2006 Yamaha WR 450F: the Scott's steering stabilizer, matched to the model years Scott's lists for this bike. When the WR 450F'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-6260 (about 3.5 lb) and the sub mount complete kit is part DS-SUB-6236-01 (about 3.5 lb); 11 more options are listed below.
Kit options for the Yamaha WR 450F (2006)
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-4551-00 | requires 2 small welds | about 3.5 lb
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete | part DS-6260 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - when using original triple clamps | part DS-SUB-6236-01 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - rubber type - using original triple clamp | part DS-SUB-6236-01R | about 3.5 lb
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (Weld-on kit) | part DT-9216-4551 | price includes Billet Triple clamp | about 7.5 lb
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer | part DT-9216-6260 | price includes Billet Triple clamp | about 7.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - with Triple Clamp | part DT-SUB-6236-06 | price includes Billet Triple Clamp | 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-6260 | about 2 lb
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - when using original triple clamps | part DM-SUB-6236-01 | about 3.5 lb
- SUB Mount - Mount Kit Only - rubber type - using original triple clamps | part DM-SUB-6236-01R | about 3.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt on Sub mount) | part FBD-6236 | sub mount style / under the bars | about 0.5 lb
- Frame Bracket only (Bolt-on Top mount) | part FBD-6260 | about 0.45 lb
- Bar Clamp only | no part number listed
About this WR 450F listing
Scott's lists 6 kit generations for the WR 450F: 2003-2004, 2005, 2006, 2007-2011, 2012-2015, 2016-2023. This page covers 2006. For comparison, the nearest generations: 2005 uses DS-4551-00; 2007-2011 uses DS-7365; 2003-2004 uses DS-4551-00. Scott's fitment notes for this bike: requires 2 small welds; price includes Billet Triple clamp; price includes Billet Triple Clamp. 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 mounting.
Technical Details
- Fits: Yamaha WR 450F, 2006
- Also searched as: WR450F stabilizer, WR 450F stabilizer, WR450F 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
- Yamaha WR 450F | 2006
Questions riders ask
Which kit do I need for the WR 450F?
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 WR 450F. Triple clamp kits include a new clamp as part of the kit.
Questions riders ask
Which Scott's steering stabilizer kit fits a 2006 Yamaha WR 450F?
Scott's lists 14 kit options for the 2006 Yamaha WR 450F. 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 WR450F steering damper from Scott's?
Scott's part numbers for the 2006 Yamaha WR 450F:
- Weld-On - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-4551-00
- Top Mount - Stabilizer Kit Complete: part DS-6260
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - when using original triple clamps: part DS-SUB-6236-01
- SUB Mount - Complete Stabilizer Kit - rubber type - using original triple clamp: part DS-SUB-6236-01R
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer (Weld-on kit): part DT-9216-4551
- Triple Clamp kit with Stabilizer: part DT-9216-6260
7 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 WR450F 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 2006 Yamaha WR 450F on this page.
What does a WR450F steering stabilizer do?
When the WR 450F'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 WR450F 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 2006 Yamaha WR 450F?
Scott's says yes, with a mount kit for the new bike. For the 2006 Yamaha WR 450F, the mount kit only parts: DM-4551-00, DM-6260, DM-SUB-6236-01.
What is a tank slapper, and do I need a steering stabilizer on my Yamaha WR 450F?
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 Yamaha WR 450F?
Fit depends on the model year. This page covers 2006 of the Yamaha WR 450F. 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 WR450F 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 WR450F 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.
