Lift a Can-Am Maverick six inches and the steering geometry changes. The tie rods now run at a steeper angle, and the parts that link your rack to your knuckles take a beating every time you crawl over a ledge or slam into a rut. A bent tie rod on the trail means a crooked front wheel and a slow limp back to the truck.
SuperATV’s Can-Am Maverick Heavy Duty Z-Bend Tie Rod Kit, available at Wild Boar ATV Parts, is a replacement kit made for big lifts only. It is not a general stock-height upgrade.
Which lift kits it matches
This tie rod kit is listed as a replacement for the tie rods in these SuperATV Maverick lift kits:
- LTK-CA-MAV-6
- LK-CA-MAV-DS-6
- LTK-CA-MAV-6-14
If your Maverick is running one of those 6-inch kits and you need replacement tie rods, this is the matching part. If your Maverick is stock height or has a smaller lift, this is not the kit for you.
Why the Z-bend shape
A straight tie rod on a tall lift can end up close to other components. A Z-bend design routes the rod around them, which is why you see this shape on big-lift setups. It keeps the steering linkage working through the travel of a lifted suspension.
SuperATV lists these specs for the tie rod ends in this kit:
- 4130 chromoly construction
- Heavy-duty design
- A precision blend of materials and heat treatment
- M14x1.5 threads
Chromoly is a common choice for steering and suspension parts because it is strong for its weight.
What comes in the kit
The kit is complete, so you are not hunting down small parts. It includes tie rods, tie rod ends, studs, ball sockets, rubber boots and all installation hardware. The rubber boots matter more than people think. They keep mud and grit out of the joints, which is a big part of how long any tie rod end lasts.
After the install
Any time you replace tie rods, set your toe before you ride hard. Count threads on the old rods as a starting point, then fine-tune so the front wheels track straight. Check the jam nuts after your first ride.
Not sure which lift kit is on your Maverick? Look for the part number in your paperwork, or call the Wild Boar team at 850-912-4350 and we will help you match it.
