The Can-Am Defender UTV is a machine to be reckoned with by all off-road enthusiasts. The reigning king of utility UTVs, the Polaris Ranger, still sits atop a holy throne for reliability.  What nobody can deny, however, is the fact that the Can-Am Defender is a formidable player, coming with even better specs and features than its contender does. The parent company of Can-Am has taken its time to craft exactly what you need out there on the trail or around your ranch. But there is no UTV for sports or work (or both) without an impressive set of aftermarket parts and accessories to boost its looks, comfort, safety, or performance. One of the best work-trail hybrid side-by-side, the Can-Am Defender is also an adaptable beast accepting mods and becoming better at anything. So let’s see today some of the best mods you could add to your Defender to make it one of its kind!

1. Framed Door Kits

When it comes to protecting your UTV in general and the Defender in particular, you have an entire Can-Am Defender accessories collection coming at affordable prices from professional aftermarket parts stores. However, the framed door kits are there to protect the people inside the vehicle. If you plan to take your UTV for a ride on one of the legendary off-road trails or parks, you and your passengers need all the safety you could muster. As we said, this particular make and model harmoniously combines utilitarianism with extreme sports, so if you consider racing or some hardcore gravel crawling, framed doors are your go-to option.

As a safety, quality, and ease of mounting go, experts recommend you focus on Super ATV or Seizmik. No matter what maker you choose, depending on your preferences or budget, make sure your new Defender doors feature sturdy steel frames. Get doors with UV-resistant and PVC-coated polyester textiles to keep you safe from dust, debris, water, wind, and other intrusions you might encounter on your adventures.

2. Cab Heater with Defrost Functions

As we said, when you decide whether to buy a UTV this year, you should focus on its main purpose. In reality, few SxS vehicles are capable of withstanding farm work requirements, cargo hauling, hunting, and trail fun. The Polaris Ranger and the Can-Am Defender lines are kings of both hard work and harder fun. For this reason, you can use them in almost all terrains and weather conditions.

A cab heater with defrosting functions comes in handy for all those who don’t want to spend the winter season looking at their UTVs from the house’s window. Some adventurers love to go camping, ice fishing, and off-roading in the winter, so keeping you and your passenger warm and safe is the only way. If you are a hunter, it is not as if you can break from this activity in the cold season. Even farmers need to move around their properties in winter. For all these reasons, cab heaters with defrost are the most sensible investment to consider.

3. Winch

You will need a high-quality winch no matter the main purpose of your UTV. If you didn’t opt for the Defender complete manufacturer’s package, which includes a winch, you need to add one, as it is one of the best Can-Am Defender accessories. And if you’re adding one, go all out with a 4,500-pound winch. Look for a pro model featuring synthetic rope instead of wire cable. It will pull your vehicle from any tight spot that might show up on the way while you are riding your off-road muscle vehicle!

Make sure you use your winch correctly, as some experts say that a 4,500-pound one can stretch the frame of your UTV if you are not careful. Moreover, if you are into a bit of UTV racing, always wear a pair of special winching gloves with protection for your palm and fingers.

3. Full (or Half) Windshields

When you ride hard on those muddy trails or gravel roads, the risks of injuries increase with every inch of challenging terrain you conquer. However, you are not safe on your ranch either, let alone the forest you hunt in, like dust, debris, tree branches, pebbles, and mud can fly all over you, hurting you or your passengers in the lack of proper windshields.

The good news is that most Can-Am Defender aftermarket parts sellers have rich offers on half windshields, full windshields, and even tinted read windshields for more riding comfort. No matter what type you get, make sure your product comes with a full installation kit, super-smooth edges, and no-rust hardware (nuts and bolts).

Evidently, for a full front and rear windshield, you should also consider a hard rooftop – it goes great with your all-season mods and accessories, especially if you use your UTV for both work and fun.

Other Can-Am Defender Accessories and Mods to Consider

Your Defender is a versatile machine, so it would be a shame not to use it at its maximum potential. If some hard off-road adventuring or racing is on your mind this year, you should also invest in a professional racing 4-point harness with a Can-Am override plug. Moreover, you might want to get some off-road tires for mud trails and sharp rocks or dune sports tires if UTV dune racing is your thing. LED lights for night riding, a soundbar, a radio system, and GPS might benefit you greatly in your adventures.

We hope this guide was helpful, and you will modify your Can-Am Defender to reach its utmost potential in terms of safety, comfort, performance, and fun!