The right UTV cargo accessories give your tools, spare tire, and day-ride gear a secure place to ride. Start with what you actually carry and how often you need to reach it. A short ride close to camp may call for a small organizer and tie-downs. A remote loop may justify enclosed storage and a dedicated spare tire carrier.

UTV cargo accessories at a glance

  • Tie-downs: Secure gear in the bed.
  • Enclosed storage: Keep tools and supplies in one compartment.
  • Cargo rack: Give bulky items their own mounting surface.
  • Spare tire carrier: Keep the spare accessible and free up bed space.
  • Organizer: Keep small items within reach.

1. Tie-down anchors and straps

Check where the factory provides cargo anchors and how they line up with your gear. Use compatible anchors and straps to secure items in the bed. Before loading up, check the limits in your owner’s manual. For Can-Am models, find the manual for your exact year and model in the BRP operator’s guide library. After a rough section, recheck your straps.

2. Enclosed cargo storage

A fitted enclosure gives tools and supplies a dedicated place to ride. Measure the gear you want to carry, check the opening dimensions, and see how the lid or door works with other accessories in place. Our guide to enclosed UTV storage covers those tradeoffs in more detail.

DRT Can-Am Maverick R trunk enclosure, an example of enclosed UTV cargo storage

3. Cargo rack

If you carry bulky gear, a rack can give it its own mounting surface and leave room underneath for smaller items. Check the rack’s load limit and account for the weight of the rack and gear against your vehicle’s limits. Leave access to anything you need during the ride.

4. Spare tire carrier

A dedicated carrier can free up bed space and make the spare easier to reach. Compare fixed and lift-assist designs with the wheel and tire you actually carry. Check mounting compatibility and bed access with the spare fitted. See the UTV tire carrier guide for more on those decisions.

5. Small-item organizer

Finally, use a secured organizer for items you reach for often, such as gloves or a trail map. Look for a closure you can work with gloves on and a mounting location clear of controls and passenger space.

Choose UTV cargo accessories around your load

Lay out your gear before buying. Put frequently used items where you can reach them easily and measure the bulky pieces first. If you’re planning protection and other changes at the same time, see what to upgrade first on your side-by-side.

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