We live in a society where we value the “self-made man.” And whether you’re a man or not, working hard for the things you have and the memories you gain makes them all the more valuable.
We feel the same way, so when we look at the ultra-expensive, ultra-shiny new Polaris Xpedition, we don’t feel envy. That’s because we know we can make one better with the UTV we have just by adding a few hand-picked parts. It’ll be your own beast built on the back of the machine that’s gotten you this far. And best of all, it won’t cost you an arm and a leg like the Xpedition.
And besides, we’ve got all the cargo and gear you need to turn almost any UTV into the perfect overlanding machine.
We’ll break it down for you: the parts, the prices, and the benefits. And soon, you’ll be able to build your own overlanding UTV that rivals the Xpedition.
But first, the proof.
How does making an overlander side-by-side compare to buying and equipping an Xpedition? We’re going to build a Can-Am Defender HD9 from scratch with all off-the-shelf SuperATV parts and put it up against the most affordable Xpedition XP.
| Overlanding with SATV | Overlanding with a Polaris Xpedition |
|---|---|
| Can-Am Defender HD9—$12,899 | Polaris Xpedition XP Premium—$28,899 |
| Outfitter Series Roof Rack (w/ cube lights, light bar, aluminum roof)—$1,724.75 | Hunt Accessory Collection—$8,041.82 |
| Outfitter Series Bed Rack (w/ cube lights, shelf)—$1,299.85 | |
| Aluminum doors—$864.95 | |
| Scratch-resistant flip windshield—$599.95 | |
| Rear windshield—$199.95 | |
| Hood Rack Bravo—$334.95 | |
| Total:$5,024.40 in parts$17,923.40 parts and machine | Total:$36,940.82 |
The Defender HD9 beefed up with SuperATV is less than half the cost of the most affordable Polaris Xpedition with a similarly outfitted accessory package.
With that much money saved, you’ve got room in the budget for even more cool stuff. Let’s add more!
| Overlanding SuperATV-Style | Overlanding with a Polaris Xpeditiong |
|---|---|
| All the parts from above—$17,923.40 | Polaris Xpedition XP Premium—$28,899 |
| 4” GDP Portals w/ 15% gear reduction, dual idlers, billet housing—$3,699.95 | Hunt Accessory Collection—$8,041.82 |
| Cab heater—$399.95 | |
| Cargo box—$319.95 | |
| 3-gallon jerry can and quick-release mount—$199.90 | |
| 67-piece toolkit—$274.95 | |
| Chainsaw mount—$134.95 | |
| Front and rear 40” light bars w/ low-profile brackets—$709.80 | |
| A pair of 3” cube lights w/brackets—$154.90 | |
| Heavyweight winch-ready front bumper w/ 6,000 lb Black Ops winch, 12” light bar, recessed lights—$1,429.80 | |
| Sheet metal rear bumper—$354.95 | |
| Heavyweight winch-ready front bumper w/ 6,000 lb Black Ops winch, 12” light bar, recessed lights—$1,429.80 | |
| Floor-mounted gun holder—$204.95 | |
| Total:$13,158.45 in parts$26,057.45 parts and machine | Total:$36,940.82 |
We could have added more and more parts like upgraded axles, A-arms, ball joints, tie rods, differentials, and more, but nobody will argue that this Can-Am Defender HD9 isn’t packed to the gills. It’ll save you around $10,000 even when you buy your HD9 brand new.
If you already have a Defender, it’s a no-brainer—bringing your machine up to par with the most affordable expedition will save you about $31,000, and blowing the expedition out of the water with everything to make your overlanding adventure perfect will save you about $23,000.
No matter how you slice it, you can build an amazing, top-of-the-line overlander with a little help from SuperATV.
If you want adventure, you need to start with our Outfitter Series racks. They instantly transform your stock side-by-side into an overlander ready for more cargo and customization than a freight train.
The roof racks and bed racks work together to maximize your cargo area and give you tons of options.
It’s a versatile cargo solution because you never know what your next overlanding adventure will bring you. You can easily attach all kinds of bags, cans, coolers, axes, shovels, ladders, and kayaks (for those of you fitting in some watersports on your trip).
Outfitter Series racks are THE most essential part of your overlanding side-by-side, and we’ve got them in stock for tons of machines:
Outfitter Series Roof Rack—$299.95–$899.95
Outfitter Series Bed Rack—$999.95
A nice alternative to a bed rack is our Sports Accessory Bar. It adds a kind of frame to your bed to give you loads of spots to attach and hang things. You can add:
The sport accessory bar shelf adds even more storage space if that’s what you want. On some models, you can even fit two shelves.
Sport Accessory Bar—$499.95–$699.95
Sport Accessory Bar Shelf—$199.95
Bed extenders are a little less extreme. They use your open tailgate to extend the length of your bed. If you really want to maximize your cargo space, use one along with our outfitter racks or accessory bars.
Bed Extender—$354.95
Our Hood Rack Alpha and Hood Rack Bravo options give you more storage over your hood. It’s one of the most forgotten spaces on the UTV, and we can help you reclaim it for more cargo.
Hood Rack—$334.95–$699.95
Expanding your cargo space is only half the prep work you need for a successful excursion. Here’s some of the gear you need to add to get outfitted for adventure:
Our CVT Drive Belt Case keeps the elements out and holds up to two belts with room to spare for belt tools. It mounts anywhere on your cage for maximum convenience.
Our Cargo Boxes are insulated and watertight. They’ll maintain a steady temperature while keeping dust and rain out of your supplies.
Lights make it easy to break camp early and stay on the trail until late. We’ve got light bars, cube lights, recessed lights, flood lights, and more you can use to customize your illumination.
Our non-potable Jerry Cans use quick-release mounts to secure them to your UTV. That makes accessing them easy and convenient.
If you’re crossing the wilderness alone, you need to make sure you bring a fire extinguisher along. And if you want quick access to it, you need an Assault Industries quick-release Fire Extinguisher Mount.
Flats happen. And unless you want to limp home on three tires, you need to overland with a Spare Tire Carrier. It gives you a place to mount an extra tire without taking up your cargo space.
For anything and everything that can go wrong, our 67-piece Tool Kit has a way to fix it. It’s specifically designed for UTVs, so there are no wasted toos.
Whether you want to turn your utility side-by-side into an overlanding beast that beats the heck out of an Xpedition, or you want to beef up your UTV with all the cargo upgrades and gear you need for an excursion, we’ve got you covered.
Head on over to SuperATV, embrace the DIY spirit, and turn your side-by-side into the overlanding vehicle of your dreams. Your greatest adventure is right around the corner.
