Can-Am Maverick X3 High-Clearance Front A-Arms, 1.25" Tubing, 64" and 72"

Nothing ends a ride faster than watching a wheel roll off ahead of you because a stock control arm folded on a rock, especially when you're miles from the truck. These high-clearance front A-arms give the Can-Am Maverick X3 stronger, larger 1.25" tubing and a bent design that lifts the arm 1.5" higher, without a lift kit and without changing the factory geometry that keeps steering and travel right. They're offered for 64" and 72" models, including a version for 72" Smart-Shox machines.

Why You'll Want Them

• High-clearance bends that help you clear rocks, roots, and ruts
• Oversized steel tubing that is stronger than stock
• Factory geometry that maintains steering performance and suspension travel
• Vehicle-specific fit for an easy, secure install
• Lifetime A-arm warranty

Clearance Where You Need It

A straight A-arm sits low and catches every obstacle under the front of the machine. These arms are bent to raise the arm, giving you about 1.5" more ground clearance than a traditional straight design. That extra room helps the suspension glide over rocks, roots, and ruts instead of hanging up on them, and you never know when you'll need it on a trail you haven't ridden before.

25% Bigger Than Stock

The arms use 1.25" tubing, a full 25% larger than OEM, for extra strength you can see. Reinforced shock and sway bar mounts help them stand up to aggressive riding and hard trail use. The tubed design gives the front of the X3 a more aggressive look, and a UV-resistant powder coat keeps them looking good season after season. They're backed by a lifetime warranty because off-roaders deserve better than stock.

Set Up the Way You Ride

Out of the box the arms are preadjusted to stock camber specs, so you can install them and ride right away. When you add a lift kit, bigger tires, or extra weight, the adjustable upper pivot blocks let you fine-tune camber. Proper camber helps prevent premature tire wear.

Pick Preinstalled Ball Joints

Choose a ball joint in the options and it's installed in the arms before they ship, which saves garage time and ensures proper fitment. If you skip the option, you'll reuse your stock ball joints.

Super Duty 300M

Made from 300M grade steel and paired with a design engineered to get the most from it. It has an easy-access grease zerk and an adjustable steel-on-steel construction that keeps the joint flexible and simple to maintain. It's rated 2.25 times stronger than stock.

Keller Performance

The two-piece Keller joint doesn't use a snap ring. It threads onto the A-arm like a nut on a bolt, making it virtually impossible to pull out. Its chromoly steel stud and tool-steel body suit bigger tires and harder riding, and it can be greased and rebuilt to keep running smoothly.

Heavy-Duty 4340 Chromoly Steel

Built from hardened 4340 VAR steel with zinc plating for riders who jump and climb. It has accessible grease zerks and an adjustable design, and testing in the lab and on the trail shows it withstands double the pressure of an OEM joint.

Standard Duty

A standard duty ball joint is available as a preinstalled option too.

High-Clearance A-Arm Questions

What do high-clearance A-arms do?

They raise the arm with a bent design so the suspension clears obstacles instead of hanging up on them. These add about 1.5" of clearance without a lift kit.

Are they stronger than the stock arms?

Yes. The 1.25" steel tubing is about 25% larger than OEM, and the shock and sway bar mounts are reinforced.

Which X3 models do they fit?

They're listed for 64" and 72" wide Maverick X3 models across many years and trims, including Turbo, X DS, X RS, X MR, and MAX versions. 64" models are not compatible with Smart-Shox; a separate 72" Smart-Shox version is offered in the options. On 2019 and newer models, the hole in the A-arm must be enlarged to accept the factory 12mm bolt. Match your exact year and trim to the fitment table below.

Do I need an alignment afterward?

Most riders can install and ride immediately since the arms come at stock camber. Adjust camber later if you add a lift, larger tires, or more weight.

How hard is the install?

It's a garage-friendly job using the factory mounting points and stock hardware, with no welding or fabrication. Riders with basic tools and mechanical experience can usually finish it in an afternoon.

Can I reuse my stock ball joints?

Yes, or add new ball joints in the options and they'll come preinstalled.

Choosing the Right Model Option

These arms come in three versions, so getting the right one matters. The 64 inch Wide option is for 64" machines, which are not compatible with Smart-Shox. The 72 inch Wide option is for 72" machines with conventional shocks. The 72 inch Wide w/ Smart-Shox option is for 72" machines that came with Can-Am's Smart-Shox semi-active suspension. Your exact trim and year in the fitment table tells you which width you have, so check it before you pick.

Which Ball Joint Fits Your Riding?

All four preinstalled choices are an upgrade in convenience, since the joints arrive already pressed into the arms. Here is how they differ:

• Super Duty 300M: the strongest material in the lineup, at 2.25x stock, with a greaseable, adjustable steel-on-steel design.
• Keller Performance: threads in with no snap ring, so it resists pull-out, and it's greaseable and rebuildable. Made with bigger machines, bigger tires, and bigger rides in mind.
• Heavy-Duty 4340 Chromoly Steel: hardened 4340 VAR steel with zinc plating, tested to twice the pressure of an OEM joint.
• Standard Duty: a standard replacement joint if you just want the arms ready to bolt on.

If your current ball joints are fresh, you can also choose to reuse them and save the cost.

Bushings and Hardware

Bushings are not included with these arms. They're compatible with OEM bushings and with aftermarket replacement bushings, so this is the right time to check yours. If they're worn, cracked, or sloppy, replace them while the arms are on the bench rather than pulling everything apart again later. The install uses the factory mounting points and stock hardware.

Before You Start

Have your model width confirmed and your ball joint plan sorted before the old arms come off. If your X3 is a 2019 or newer model, plan to enlarge the mounting hole in the new arms for the factory 12mm bolt. Read through the instruction set that matches your model, since several are provided for the different versions of these arms.

Keeping Your Front End Tight

Stronger arms are only part of a solid front end. After the first few rides, recheck the pivot bolts and ball joint hardware, and grease any greaseable ball joints on a regular schedule, especially after mud or water crossings. Keep an eye on tire wear across the tread; if the inside or outside edge starts wearing faster, that's your cue to revisit camber with the adjustable pivot blocks. A few minutes of upkeep keeps the arms, joints, and bushings working together for the long haul.

Features and Specs

• Adds 1.5" of ground clearance
• 1.25" tubing, 25% larger than stock
• Reinforced shock and sway bar mounts
• Adjustable upper pivot block for full camber adjustability
• Bushings not included; compatible with OEM or aftermarket replacement bushings
• UV-resistant powder coat finish in Black or Can-Am Red
• Offered for 64", 72", and 72" Smart-Shox models
• Easy to install
• Lifetime warranty

Who They're For and What Pairs Well

These are for X3 riders who want tougher front arms and more clearance while keeping stock width and geometry. Finish the job with Can-Am Maverick X3 trailing arms and Maverick X3 radius arms, add X3 ball joints, and protect the underside with Maverick X3 skid plates. Compare every arm in X3 A-arms and bushings.

Fitment

64" Models

72" Models

• You will need to enlarge the hole on our A-arms to accommodate the 12mm bolt for 2019+ models
• 64" models are not compatible with Smart-Shox

Choose your color, model width, and ball joint option when you order.

Installation

Several instruction sets apply depending on your model. Remember the 12mm bolt hole step on 2019 and newer machines.

• Installation instructions (AA-CA-X3RS-002-HC, PDF)
• Installation instructions (AA-CA-X3-001-TU, PDF)
• Installation instructions (AA-CA-X3-002-TU, PDF)
• Installation instructions (AA-CA-X372OHC-001, PDF)