Call them tree kickers, rock sliders, or nerf bars, the job is the same: take the beating so the 2-seat Can-Am Maverick X3 doesn't. These nerf bars are made from 1.75" heavy-duty DOM steel tubing with a UV-resistant wrinkle black finish, and they secure directly to the factory frame so nothing knocks them loose. Run tight trails and rocky lines and let the bars soak up the hits instead of your rockers and body panels.
Highlights
- Heavy-duty steel tubing that protects rocker panels and lower bodywork
- Integrated stepping surface for easier cab access
- Vehicle-specific fit for an easy, secure install
- UV-resistant powder coating to resist chips, corrosion, and fading
- Complete bolt-on hardware
Frame-Mounted Strength
The 1.75" DOM tubing attaches directly to the X3's factory frame. That solid connection is what lets these bars stand up to rocks and trees on tight routes without shifting. The install will not drill through the frame.
Wrinkle Black Finish and Steel End Caps
A durable wrinkle black powder coat protects the tubing, and steel end caps finish off the ends of the bars. The ends are the most vulnerable spot on a nerf bar, and the caps keep them protected from dents and corrosion while giving the bars a professional look. The shape follows the body lines of the X3 so closely that it looks like it should have come from the factory.
A Budget-Friendly Way to Armor Up
If you want solid side protection without stepping up to a full tree kicker setup, these bars are a smart middle ground. They cover the rocker area, help with entry and exit, and give the machine a finished look.
Features and Specs
- Protects against trees and rocks on tight routes
- 1.75" diameter DOM steel tubing
- UV-resistant wrinkle black finish
- Steel end caps for a professional look and maximum protection
- Will not drill through the frame
- All instructions and hardware included
Note: Installation requires drilling through the plastic body of the X3.
Who They're For and What Pairs Well
These fit 2-seat X3 owners who want dependable side armor for rocky trails and tight woods. Add a skid from Can-Am Maverick X3 skid plates and a bumper from X3 bumpers, or compare heavier tree kicker designs in Maverick X3 nerf bars.
Fitment
64” Models
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 900 |
| 2017-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 Turbo |
| 2018-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 Turbo R |
| 2017-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X DS Turbo R |
| 2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 DS Turbo R |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X DS Turbo RR |
| 2018-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X MR Turbo |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 DS Turbo 64 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 DS Turbo RR 64 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X DS Turbo RR 64 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X MR Turbo RR 64 |
72” Models
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RC Turbo |
| 2018-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RC Turbo R |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RC Turbo RR |
| 2017-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RS Turbo R |
| 2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 RS Turbo R |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RS Turbo RR |
| 2018-2019 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X MR Turbo R |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X MR Turbo RR |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR 72 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RS Turbo RR 72 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RS Turbo RR w/ Smart-Shox 72 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X MR Turbo RR 72 |
Installation
Everything you need is in the box. Plan to drill through the plastic body panels where the instructions show; the frame itself is not drilled.
- source:
- superatv
- satv_url:
- https://www.superatv.com/can-am-maverick-x3-nerf-bars
- fitment_raw:
- Can-Am Maverick X3 900 2018; Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo 2017-2020; Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo R 2018-2020; Can-Am Maverick X3 X DS Turbo R 2017-2020; Can-Am Maverick X3 DS Turbo R 2021; Can-Am Maverick X3 X DS Turbo RR 2020-2021; Can-Am Maverick X3 X MR
- install_pdf:
- https://madmin.superatv.com/amfile/file/download/file/3246/product/9906/
- desc_status:
- rewritten_2026-10-20