The Can-Am Maverick R is already a beast. It’s packed with horsepower and speed, making it one of the best sport UTVs out there. It’s more than capable to do a lot of things, but desert riding is another story.
You’re dealing with miles and miles of wide open terrain, clouds of dust and sand, random sharp rocks, and long stretches where you’re far from your next stop. The right Can-Am Maverick R upgrades help you ride harder, stay comfortable, and spend less time worrying about what’s happening underneath you.
Let’s go through the five best upgrades to turn your basic Mav R into a desert monster.
Desert terrain can be unpredictable. One second you’re flying across smooth sand, and the next you’re hitting a hidden rock or dropping into a washout.
Your stock suspension is built to handle a lot, but adding upgraded A-arms gives you extra confidence when you’re pushing your Maverick R to the limit.
Benefits of upgraded A-arms:
If you spend your time blasting through the desert instead of cruising around the neighborhood, stronger A-arms are a great way to keep your machine ready for whatever the adventure brings.
When you’re ripping through the desert, your axles are constantly working. High speeds, rough terrain, hard acceleration, and heat all add stress to your stock axles.
A stronger set of Rhino 2.0 Axles gives you the durability you need when you’re putting serious miles on your Maverick R.
Benefits of Rhino 2.0 Axles:
Nobody wants to end a ride early because of a broken axle. Rhino 2.0 Axles give you confidence and help you stay focused on what’s going on ahead of you.
There’s no getting around it—desert riding is dusty. Sand, rocks, bugs, and constant wind are all part of the experience. A front windshield helps block debris, but if you don’t pair it with a rear windshield, you’ll actually make things worse.
When you have a front windshield without a rear, it creates a suction inside the cab. When you drive it’ll pull dust and sand in from the sides, coating everything. That includes you and your passenger.
A front and rear windshield combo helps:
SuperATV’s windshields are made from ultra-strong polycarbonate with a scratch-resistant hard coating, so they’re built to handle the harsh conditions that come with desert riding.
Some of the best desert riding happens when the sun goes down. You’ve got cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, and a whole new view of the trail makes nighttime riding truly hard to beat.
The right lights help you keep exploring when daylight disappears. They can also make things more fun.
Adding lights helps you:
Popular desert lighting upgrades include:
A good SuperATV lighting setup means your ride doesn’t have to end just because the sun went down.
Desert riding isn’t just about sending it. It’s about spending long days outside, exploring new places, and making memories. That means you need a sick soundtrack to go along with the fun.
A high-quality audio system adds a bonus layer of fun to those long days in your Maverick R.
Benefits of an audio system:
It might not help you climb a sandy hill or clear a rocky terrain, but once you ride with some tunes, you won’t want to go back. Shop all of your audio needs at SuperATV.
The Can-Am Maverick R already comes ready for serious riding. Adding the right upgrades just helps you push it further and enjoy every adventure a little more.
SuperATV has the accessories you need to turn your Mav R into a true powerhouse. From heavy-duty A-arms and Rhino 2.0 Axles to windshields, lights, and audio, you have everything you need to build a machine that’s ready for wherever the desert takes you.
You don’t have to stop at these five upgrades. SuperATV offers a wide variety of parts and accessories to help enhance your already capable Maverick R.
Disclaimer: This article was written by an employee of SuperATV. The views, opinions, and recommendations expressed in this blog are the writer’s own and do not necessarily reflect those of SuperATV. This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as safety advice or official technical guidance. Modifying vehicles and using aftermarket parts can impact performance and safety. Readers are responsible for ensuring proper installation, compatibility, and safe operation. SuperATV makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of this information and assumes no liability for any actions taken based on it.
