[phyto]

do steering stabilizers imrpove handling a lot? i was looking at a gibson what other good ones are out there along with prices? do you need to run a stabilizer with aftermarket shocks or is it a good thing to do?

 

[phyto]

oh and how about along with a steering damper with the stabilizer? or are they the same thing

 

[frankhkp7]

Phyto,

A steering stabilizer will prevent bump steer. They essentially work like a shock absorber. They will certainly improve the handling of your machine. I have the Gibson Dual stabilizer and it works well. I can pretty much hit a cinder block and the bike will track straight for the most part. I hope this info helps. Yes, a stabilizer and dampener are the same thing.

 

[phyto]

thanks frank i can see how it would work now. how much did you get your gibson for?

 

[frankhkp7]

I bought mine from East Coast ATV for around 300.  Here's the link:

http://eastcoastatv.com/ecaonline/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=57&products_id=120

It says it's only for the YFZ 450,  but since the front frame geometry is identical, you should have no problems mounting it on your 700.

Here are some pics of it installed on my SE: