All-terrain vehicles and utility task vehicles are hot commodities right now. As are ATV/UTV accessories.
Globally, the market for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility task vehicles (UTV) is expected to grow from $10.1 billion in 2023 to $16.4 billion by 2030. Experts attribute this growth to more people using the vehicles for recreational, agricultural and industrial activities. There have also been many key technological advancements for both ATVs and UTVs.
At Hitchdoc Outdoors, we know all about how versatile these vehicles are. There are so many uses for either – and even more ways to accessorize, customize and make them your own unique vehicles for both work and play.
The best way to make an ATV or UTV as useful as possible for you is to add the right accessories and other parts that can be applied to what you want to accomplish. To help spark ideas, we’ve put together the ultimate guide to must-have ATV and UTV accessories.
For this guide, there are three categories of accessories: safety, performance and comfort. With parts and add-ons from all three categories, your vehicle will quickly become an enviable piece of equipment that will have everyone asking where they can find the same accessories.
Safety First: Essential Safety ATV/UTV Accessories
Safety always comes first. The most important part of your ATV or UTV to protect is actually you – the operator, as well as other riders who may be with you.
To ensure the safety of you and others, you should never operate one of these vehicles without the proper safety gear. This includes:
- A DOT-approved helmet
- Eye protection, such as googles or a helmet with a shield
- Gloves
- Chest protectors
- Knee and elbow pads
Wearing the above safety gear while riding can reduce the risk of serious injury in the event of an accident.
We also highly recommend keeping a fully stocked first aid kit on hand for dealing with emergencies or accidents that may require immediate attention out on the trail so your adventure doesn’t get derailed.
Winches and Recovery Gear
Now that we’ve covered the need-to-have safety gear for yourself and anyone with you, let’s move to a critical safety feature for your vehicle: winches and recovery gear.
No ATV or UTV is complete without having a high-quality, reliable winch installed. With a winch, you have the ability to pull your vehicle or someone else’s out of unfortunate situations, such as getting stuck in mud or snow.
A winch also allows you to pull your vehicle up steep hills, remove debris from your path or haul heavy loads.
Hitchdoc Outdoors manufactures Eagle Winches and Winch Mounts that can tackle even the toughest of conditions you may find yourself in. With a full metal construction and a hardened triple planetary gear system, our winches provide powerful torque through a permanent magnet motor.
Browse our many winches and winch mounts to find your next favorite accessory.
Lighting and Visibility
Visibility can be a challenge out on the trail. Lighting accessories become even more important the further off the beaten path you take your vehicle.
That’s why we recommend outfitting your ATV or UTV with lighting or additional lights for added visibility. This not only helps you see where you are going better, but it also assists others in seeing you.
That can quickly become a significant safety factor.
When deciding what types of lighting accessories to install, consider any of the following:
- Light bars
- Spotlights
- Floodlights
- Whip lights
Performance ATV/UTV Accessories That Take Your Ride to the Next Level
Now that we’ve checked off safety gear and equipment from our accessories list, it’s time to discuss the performance-boosting options for what you can install on your ATV or UTV. From tire accessories to engine tuning, we’ve compiled a list of our favorites.
Tires and Tire Accessories
Different types of tires perform better in different conditions. ATVs and UTVs have specific tires that are designed for use on the trail, in the mud, snow, sand, pavement and even for racing. Each type excels in the terrain it’s designed for, but some may be usable in several situations, so it’s important to do your research.
Don’t need specific tires for winter? Tire chains offer a quick accessory that provide superior traction in ice, snow and slush.
Suspension Upgrades
Suspension upgrades can take your riding experience to the next level. These upgrades will improve the control and stability of your vehicle, making it easier for you to handle the vehicle in tougher, more extreme terrain.
From shocks, to a-arms, tie rods and more, there are many different suspension upgrades to consider for your ATV or UTV.
Performance and Exhaust
While suspension upgrades can improve your ride, an upgraded exhaust system or high flow air filters will provide a noticeable power boost.
An upgraded exhaust system gives you quite a few benefits, including:
- Better power and torque
- Higher power to fuel ration
- Better throttle response
- Improved acceleration
Comfort and Convenience: Enhancing Your Riding Experience
After upgrading for safety and performance, we can move on to some of the add-ons that can truly make your ATV or UTV your own based on the different ways you utilize the vehicle.
Storage Solutions
When out on the trail, adequate storage is a must. You can add cargo boxes, racks and bags to your ATV or UTV to quickly and easily increase the storage you have on hand.
This is especially helpful for situations where you hope to come back with more than you had when you first ventured off, such as hunting. Boxes and racks also come in handy when you need to take tools to and from a work site.
Windshields and Cab Enclosures
If you’re out working in the elements, then windshields and cab enclosures for UTVs are often a must-have accessory.
With enclosures, you often have the option of soft enclosures, which are easier to remove, or hard enclosures, which are more durable and provide more protection from weather and debris.
Seating and Ergonomics
What’s a ride worth if it’s not comfortable, right? Our final recommendation is to look into updated seating and more ergonomic steering accessories for just the right added amount of comfort.
ATV and UTV seats and steering systems take a lot of abuse over time. If worn out, you can improve the comfort and experience by looking into upgrades.
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