What's the best size light bar to get?

What's the best size light bar to get?

What’s the Best Size of Light Bar for My UTV?

If you're an offroader, you know that visibility is everything. Whether you're navigating trails at dusk, crawling over rocks at night, or ripping through sand dunes in dusty conditions, the right light bar can make the difference between a safe ride and an uncertain one. But with so many options out there, one question stands out:

“What’s the best size of light bar for my UTV?”

Let’s break it down.

Why Light Bar Size Matters

Choosing the right light bar size isn’t just about brightness—it’s about fitment, function, and terrain. Your UTV setup, riding style, and even how much wiring and mounting effort you want to invest will help determine whether a 10", 20", or 30" light bar is best for you.

10” Light Bar: Compact Power for Tight Rides

Best For: Smaller UTVs, side mounting, or bumper installations
Pros:

  • Slim and low-profile—ideal for minimal setups

  • Great for adding supplemental light to factory headlights

  • Easy to install in tight spaces or on roll cages

  • Perfect for dense trails or wooded areas where clearance matters

Tip: Pair a 10” light bar with our plug-and-play wiring harness and a set of tube or bumper mounting brackets for a clean, easy install.

20” Light Bar: The Balanced Choice

Best For: Riders who want more output without overkill
Pros:

  • A great mix of size and performance

  • Works well on the roof, hood, or grille area of most UTVs

  • Broad beam spread offers excellent trail coverage

  • Maintains a clean look without overpowering your rig

Our 20" slim-profile light bars are designed to be rugged, bright, and cleanly mountable on most UTV models, including Polaris RZR, Can-Am Maverick, and more.

30” Light Bar: Maximum Trail Dominance

Best For: Wide-open terrain, sand dunes, night rides
Pros:

  • Maximum visibility with long-range projection

  • Great for mounting on the roof or across the front

  • Especially powerful when paired with Amber + White combo for cutting through dust and fog

  • Makes your rig look and feel next-level

Need help mounting a larger bar on your Can-Am Maverick X3? We've got some great solutions that are specifically engineered to work with our lightbars and common shock-tower mounting brackets. 

Beam Options: White vs. White + Amber

  • White Light Bars: Best for clear visibility in dry, open terrain

  • White + Amber Combo: Ideal for dusty, foggy, or snowy conditions—amber light cuts through particles better than white alone

If you ride in varied conditions, go for the dual-color combo to switch on-the-fly between visibility modes.

Bonus: Don’t Forget the Wiring & Mounts

A light bar is only as good as its install. At XKR Offroad, we make it easy:

Which Light Bar Size Should You Choose?

Ask yourself:

  • Where do you typically ride—tight trails or open dunes?

  • How much space do you have to mount a light bar?

  • Do you want a clean OEM look or a bolder, more aggressive appearance?

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer—but whether you go compact with a 10”, balanced with a 20”, or full-send with a 30”, your UTV (or ATV, Jeep, or truck) deserves premium lighting that won’t let you down when the sun sets.

Ready to Upgrade Your UTV Light Game?

Explore our full line of Slim Profile LED Light Bars, [Wiring Kits], and [Mounting Solutions]—engineered for offroaders who take their adventures seriously.

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