From Broncos to Buggies: Why Off-Road Enthusiasts Add the Can-Am Maverick R to Their Garage

There’s a reason the Ford Bronco has a devoted following: it’s a capable daily driver, a trail-ready weekender, and the heart of countless road-trip memories. But if you’ve spent time around dunes, desert trails, or rocks lately, you’ve probably noticed a trend: more Bronco owners are also picking up a side-by-side—especially the Can-Am Maverick R.

The Bronco Lifestyle (and Why It Pairs So Well with a UTV)

Broncos are the Swiss Army knives of adventure—room for friends, camp gear, recovery tools, and all the creature comforts that make long days feel easy. Our community loves dialing in the perfect setup with Bronco accessories, lift kits, lighting, and racks that make every outing smoother and safer.

Yet there’s a different kind of joy that comes from a lightweight machine that’s built purely for play. That’s where the Maverick R shines: point it at the horizon and go have fun—no compromise.

Meet the Maverick R: Pure Off-Road Energy

The Can-Am Maverick R is aggressive, agile, and purpose-built. Where the Bronco balances comfort and capability, the Maverick R leans entirely into performance—wide stance, massive suspension capability, and a chassis meant to soak up whoops and claw up climbs.

It doesn’t replace a Bronco. It completes it. Your Bronco tows the UTV to the trailhead; the Maverick R delivers the on-trail adrenaline.

Customization Is the Shared DNA

If you love modding your Bronco, you’ll feel right at home in the UTV world. Just like our builds start with essentials—bumpers, lighting, and recovery gear from Bronco bumpers to Bronco lighting—Maverick R owners quickly add protection, performance, and style upgrades to match their riding style.

Thinking about adding a UTV to your fleet? The Can-Am Maverick R is one of the most exciting machines on the market. The key to unlocking its full potential is in the upgrades. Explore the full lineup of Maverick R Accessories to customize for performance, protection, and style.

Bronco x Maverick R: The Best of Both Worlds

• Bronco strengths: cargo space, tow capacity, highway comfort, family-friendly.
• Maverick R strengths: lightweight, hyper-agile, built for pure trail performance.

Together, they cover every adventure scenario: overland with the Bronco, then rip the trails with the Maverick R. It’s a one-two punch that turns a great weekend into an epic one.

Bronco Upgrades Many Owners Start With

Not sure where to invest first? These categories deliver big gains in safety, utility, and enjoyment:

• Front & rear bumpers for approach/exit angles and recovery points.
• Lighting upgrades for night runs and dusty convoys.
• Roof racks & cargo to organize tents, boards, and fuel/water.
• Wheels & tires to match terrain and driving style.
• Recovery gear—straps, shackles, boards, and a proper jack.
• Audio & comms for trail comms and campsite vibes.

How to Decide: Bronco Mod or UTV Mod First?

Ask yourself:

• Trip type: Long overland routes? Prioritize Bronco comfort, storage, and lighting.
• Terrain: Dunes and whoops every weekend? UTV suspension, protection, and paddles first.
• Crew size: Bringing family and friends? Bronco seats and storage come first.
• Hauling: If you’re towing the UTV often, dial in Bronco towing setup and cooling.

A Simple Two-Rig Checklist

• Bronco: Bumpers + recovery kit, quality lighting, roof/cargo system, tire upgrade.
• Maverick R: Skid plates, bumpers, radius rods, exhaust/airflow, seats/harnesses, comms/audio.

When both rigs are thoughtfully built, you’ll spend less time wrestling gear and more time stacking miles.

Community & Culture

One of the best parts of this lifestyle is the people. Bronco meetups bleed into UTV ride days, and it’s common to see trucks and side-by-sides sharing the same base camp. If you’re new here, tap into local clubs and events, and make sure your Bronco has the basics from our Bronco accessories collection so you’re ready for anything.

Final Thoughts

Owning a Bronco is about living without limits. Adding a Maverick R stacks even more fun on top of that freedom. Build your Bronco to carry you and your crew anywhere; build your Maverick R to turn every trail into a playground.

Ready to dive in? Start with the essentials for your truck here: Bronco accessories, then see what’s possible on the UTV side with the best-in-class Maverick R Accessories.