Sloppy steering is a common complaint on the Can-Am Maverick X3, and a big part of it comes from the steering rack moving in its mounts under load. This steering rack brace holds the rack and pinion in place to eliminate that movement, reducing rack flex and fatigue so the steering feels tighter and more direct. It's adjustable for more control, it's made from nitride-coated chromoly steel so it won't bend or budge, and it bolts on to both OE racks and the RackBoss rack.
Highlights
- Holds the rack and pinion in place to eliminate movement
- Reduces rack flex and fatigue
- Adjustable for more control
- Nitride-coated chromoly steel
- Direct, bolt-on install
- Patented design (Patent #12,448,026)
Why X3 Steering Gets Sloppy
Every time you hit a rock, rut, or hard landing, steering loads try to move the rack relative to the chassis. Over time that flex shows up as vague steering and extra wear on the rack and tie rods. By locking the rack in place, this brace stops that movement at the source, so steering inputs go to the wheels instead of into flexing the mounts.
Ultra-Strong Build
The brace is made from nitride-coated chromoly steel so it stays in place and won't bend. You can ride hard knowing it won't budge or break. The nitride coating also adds surface protection.
Works With Stock or Upgraded Racks
The brace is compatible with OE rack and pinions and with the RackBoss rack and pinion, so it's a smart add-on whether you're keeping the factory rack or upgrading. Pairing the brace with a new rack is a great way to get the tightest possible steering.
Features and Specs
- Durable nitride-coated chromoly steel construction
- Direct, bolt-on brace
- Reduces rack flex and fatigue
- Adjustable
- Compatible with OE and RackBoss steering racks
- Patent #12,448,026
Who It's For and What Pairs Well
This brace is for X3 owners who notice play or wander in the steering, and anyone running bigger tires that load the rack harder. Pair it with a rack, tie rods, or power steering from Can-Am Maverick X3 steering parts.
Fitment
64" Wide Machines
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 900 |
| 2017-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 Turbo |
| 2018-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 Turbo R |
| 2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 DS Turbo R |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 DS Turbo 64 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 DS Turbo RR 64 |
| 2017-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X DS Turbo R |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X DS Turbo RR 64 |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X DS Turbo RR |
| 2018-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X MR Turbo |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X MR Turbo RR 64 |
| 2018-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RC Turbo |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RC Turbo RR 64 |
| 2017-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX Turbo |
| 2018-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX Turbo R |
| 2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX DS Turbo R |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX DS Turbo 64 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX DS Turbo RR 64 |
| 2017-2019 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X DS Turbo |
| 2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X DS Turbo R |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X DS Turbo RR 64 |
72" Wide Machines
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 RS Turbo R |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR 72 |
| 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 X MR Turbo RR 72 |
| 2018-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RC Turbo R |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RC Turbo RR |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RC Turbo RR 72 |
| 2017-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RS Turbo R |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RS Turbo RR |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RS Turbo RR 72 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 X RS Turbo RR w/ Smart-Shox 72 |
| 2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX RS Turbo R |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX RS Turbo RR 72 |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X DS Turbo RR |
| 2019-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X MR Turbo R |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X MR Turbo RR |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X MR Turbo RR 72 |
| 2017-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X RS Turbo |
| 2018-2020 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X RS Turbo R |
| 2020-2021 | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X RS Turbo RR |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X RS Turbo RR 72 |
| 2022+ | Can-Am | Maverick X3 MAX X RS Turbo RR w/ Smart-Shox 72 |
Note: Compatible with OE and RackBoss rack and pinions
Installation
The brace bolts on directly. Check your steering for smooth, full lock-to-lock travel after installation.
- source:
- superatv
- satv_url:
- https://www.superatv.com/can-am-maverick-x3-steering-rack-brace
- 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 DS Turbo R 2021; Can-Am Maverick X3 DS Turbo 64 2022+; Can-Am Maverick X3 DS Turbo RR 64 2022+; Can-Am Maverick X3 X DS Turbo R
- install_pdf:
- https://madmin.superatv.com/amfile/file/download/file/12458/product/156831/
- desc_status:
- rewritten_2026-10-20