A Can-Am Defender Max is long. That extra length is great for hauling a crew, but it also means a lot of exposed body between the front and rear tires. Crest a sharp hump, slide sideways into a stump or brush against a boulder, and that long underside is what takes the hit.
SuperATV’s Can-Am Defender Max Heavy-Duty Nerf Bars, available at Wild Boar ATV Parts, put a line of steel along each side to take those hits instead.
Why long machines need side protection
Wheelbase plays a big role in how often you scrape the sides. A shorter machine can tip over the top of an obstacle, while a longer one like the Defender Max is more likely to drag its belly or rocker area across it. Nerf bars add a sturdy rail along each side that protects the lower body from rocks, logs and trail debris.
Built from steel tube
These nerf bars are made with 1.75-inch diameter steel tubing. SuperATV finishes them in a UV-resistant powder coat, which helps them keep their look after months of riding and parking outdoors. They are sold as a set of two, one for each side.
Nerf bars also give passengers something solid to step on. On a Defender Max that carries a full crew, especially kids or older riders, that extra step helps when climbing in and out of the back seats.
Install and who it suits
- Two heavy-duty nerf bars
- All installation hardware
- Instructions
Having the hardware and instructions in the box keeps the install straightforward. Most owners can handle it with basic hand tools and a helper to hold the bars in place while bolts go in.
- Hunters running tight, wooded trails with stumps and downed logs
- Families who load a full crew into the Defender Max
- Rock and creek bed riders who scrape the sides often
- Owners who want a tougher look along the sides of the machine
Fitment reminder
These nerf bars are made for the Can-Am Defender Max, the longer crew version. They are not made for the standard-length Defender, so make sure you have a Max before ordering. If your machine has other side accessories, check that they will not interfere. Questions? Call the Wild Boar team at 850-912-4350 and we will help confirm fit.
