CAN-AM DEFENDER HD8 6" LIFT KIT

CAN-AM DEFENDER HD8 6" LIFT KIT

It’s Crazy What 6” Can Do

It’s time to pack up the camping gear and go for a weekend of off-roading with your buddies. Prepare your Defender by installing SuperATV’s 6" Lift Kit so you can ride through deeper mud and roll over large rocks without getting stuck. It gives you 17” of total ground clearance and room to run 34” tires. And the best part—the components of this lift kit are all made to be superior in strength: chromoly A-arms, chromoly Rhino 2.0 Axles, tie rods, and lift brackets. You’ll be turning heads and hammering through tire-deep mud holes with little effort.

End-to-End Chromoly Parts

We’ve built this entire kit around strength. Our A-arms are 1.25” in diameter—75% thicker than OEM. And the tie rods are made from a solid chromoly bar, while our lift brackets are constructed with 4.5 mm heavy-duty steel. Plus, it comes with four of our premium Rhino 2.0 Axles. We’ve been perfecting our lift kits for years, so we know what it takes to stand out in a crowd and support rough rides.

The Feel of Your Machine Stays the Same

Just because you added clearance and bigger tires to your machine doesn’t mean that you lose the comfortability you had before. We paid attention to the angle of your shocks and brackets so your ride is still smooth like butter, and your turning radius doesn’t suck.

The Complete Package

When you order our Can-Am Defender HD8 6” lift kit, you get everything you need including—Rhino 2.0 Axles, an all-new suspension setup, brake lines, and the required steering stops. We even include self-lubricating UHMW bushings and zinc-plated steel sleeves. You’ll have your Defender pushing the limits in no time.

NOTE: This 6” lift kit disables the front and rear sway bars.

KIT INCLUDES Front and rear lift brackets

Front and rear spring spacers

Front and rear A-arms

4 Rhino 2.0 axles

Heavy duty tie rod kit

Extended brake lines

All hardware and installation instructions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How much ground clearance does the Can‑Am Defender 6” lift actually provide? This kit delivers a true 6 inches of suspension lift, bringing total ground clearance to about 17 inches, up from roughly 11 inches stock. That added height lets your Defender clear deep ruts, rocks, and mud that would normally stop a work‑focused machine.

What size tires can I run with this SuperATV lift kit? You can run up to 34” tires, a major jump from the factory 27” setup. Bigger tires mean better obstacle clearance, more traction, and a more aggressive stance without sacrificing drivability.

Will this lift kit fit my specific Can‑Am Defender model? This lift fits a wide range of Defender HD 8, HD 10, Defender MAX, and select Pro models, with year‑specific fitment options. Always confirm your exact model and year using the fitment tab before ordering.

What makes SuperATV’s Defender lift stronger than other big lifts? This is a full chromoly lift kit for the Can‑Am Defender. The A‑arms, pivot blocks, and ball‑joint housings are all chromoly steel, giving unmatched durability for heavy loads, deep mud, and aggressive riding.

Does the kit include upgraded axles? Yes. Every kit includes four Rhino 2.0 axles, built with end‑to‑end 4340 chromoly steel. They’re twice as strong as stock and designed to handle 40°+ CV angles without binding or overheating.

How does the lift affect ride comfort and steering? We engineered the shock angles and brackets to keep the Defender’s comfortable ride intact. The kit also preserves a tight turning radius, so it still feels manageable on trails and job sites despite the added height.

Does this lift increase stability? Yes. The suspension geometry increases total width by about 7 inches for better side‑to‑side stability. That wider stance helps control big tires and keep the Defender planted on uneven terrain.

Is installation difficult and what’s included? Installation is involved but straightforward with detailed instructions. The kit includes front and rear A‑arms, lift brackets, Rhino 2.0 axles, heavy‑duty tie rods, extended brake lines, hardware, and preadjusted pivot blocks for proper camber out of the box.

Does this lift affect sway bars or other stock components? Yes. This 6” lift disables the front and rear sway bars as part of the suspension design. This change is intentional to allow proper suspension travel at the increased height.

Why choose SuperATV’s 6” Defender lift instead of a smaller lift or portals? This kit gives you major tire clearance, extreme strength, and a smooth, controlled ride while keeping factory gearing. It’s ideal for riders who want to transform the Defender into a serious mud and trail machine.

Features

• 17" of ground clearance (up from 11" stock)
• Run up to 34” tires (up from 27” stock)
• Preadjusted pivot blocks give you perfect camber out of the box
• Includes 4 bulletproof Rhino 2.0 axles
• Lifetime Warranty on all A-arms and brackets
• The ONLY chromoly lift kit for the Defender Chromoly ball joint housings Chromoly pivot blocks Chromoly A-arms from end to end!
• Chromoly ball joint housings
• Chromoly pivot blocks
• Chromoly A-arms from end to end!
• True 6” of lift
• 7” wider stance for increased stability (69" wide total)
• Compatible with OEM and SuperATV heavy-duty ball joints
• Powder coated for increased durability
• 100% stronger than stock
• Utilizes the Rhino 2.0 Formula Size: Massive 4mm increase in size! Materials Heat Treatment
• Size: Massive 4mm increase in size!
• Materials
• Heat Treatment
• Constructed of 4340 chromoly steel and finished with a proprietary heat treatment
• Industry leading 18-month warranty
• Field and lab tested for extreme strength and endurance
• CAD drawn for expert precision

Fitment

• Can-Am Defender HD 8 : 2016-2021
• Can-Am Defender HD 8 Cab : 2020-2021
• Can-Am Defender HD 8 DPS : 2016-2021
• Can-Am Defender HD 8 XT : 2016-2021
• Can-Am Defender MAX HD 8 : 2016-2021
• Can-Am Defender MAX HD 8 DPS : 2016-2021
• Can-Am Defender MAX HD 8 XT : 2016-2021