Best ATV LED Light Bar Options to Light Up Your Night
Ride into the wee hours with a bright new LED light bar on your ATV
In this era of tech, contemporary machines come equipped with a respectable set of LEDs already. But if you're in the middle of nowhere, going fast no-less, the blanket of night can feel thick. And with the threat of animals or hidden objects in your path, the more illumination, you have at your disposal the better. All the more reason to have the right auxiliary luminary options onboard your Quad or 3-Wheeler. So, we gathered the best ATV LED light bars in the business that will allow you to keep playing 'til dawn.
When you're grippin' and rippin' on your ATV, it's easy to let the day get away from you... It's bad enough to have to cut a ride short when visibility begins to fade. Or worse, having to navigate out of a dense trail with only the factory headlights to guide your way. With so many companies making ATV and UTV light bars, you have the opportunity to select one that is simple to install (universal mounts), assembled with top-of-the-line parts, (i.e., CREE LEDs), and often come with a wiring harness and switch for a near factory look.
A combination of spot and flood optics are ideal, broadening the range of the visible light giving you increased distance and width to see easily into and around corners. The full package of lighting styles really does the trick to expand your line of sight, whether you're on the go or stopping for some trail-side maintenance. If you like lots of options, you are in luck. The aftermarket is chock full of UTV and ATV LED light bars. To help narrow down your search, here some staff favorites from the best businesses in the industry.
Table of contents
- 1. RIGID Industries E-Series Pro 10" LED Light Bar
- 2: KC HiLites Flex ERA® 10" LED Light Bar
- 3. Editor's Pick: Baja Designs 45-1003 OnX6 10 inch LED Light Bar
- 4. Moose Racing 12" LED Light Bar Kit
- 5. Moose Racing 8" LED Light Bar Kit
- 6. Best Budget Option: Wayup 10" Quad Row Spot Flood Combo LED Light Bar
- 7. Alternative Light Option: Rigid Industries D-SS Pro LED Light Pods
1. RIGID Industries E-Series Pro 10" LED Light Bar
RIGID Industries makes top of the line lighting solutions for the off-road community, most notably the Rigid E-Series. These are among the best LED lights available for ATVs today. A great option to consider for your quad is the E-Series Pro 10" light bar in the Driving or Spot/Flood Combo configuration. This lineup features a combination of illumination choices for maximum visibility while riding in any dim scenario. According to RIGID, their hybrid lighting system utilizes a mix of lens and reflector which “captures the maximum amount of light emitted from the LED and projects it exactly where you want it.” And to make installation of the E-Series Pro LED light bar simple, the brand provides a plug-and-play wiring harness.
2: KC HiLites Flex ERA® 10" LED Light Bar
The Flex ERA® LED Light Bar (10") offers exceptional value for off-road ATV enthusiasts. Engineered to push the boundaries of traditional light bars, it combines race-tested durability with high-output performance, ensuring you can confidently tackle rugged trails even in the darkest conditions. Its flexible design allows for seamless adaptation to different setups, and the independent amber LED backlight adds both functionality and style. Whether you're navigating tight woods or wide-open dunes, the customizable aesthetics and robust construction of the Flex ERA® LED Light Bar make it a must-have for any serious rider looking to elevate their nighttime adventures.
3. Editor's Pick: Baja Designs 45-1003 OnX6 10 inch LED Light Bar
As one of, if not the premier, LED light bar manufactures in the industry, Baja Designs products are preferred by some of the top racers and recreational riders alike. For ATV enthusiasts that want to ride well into the night, the OnX6 Series is a great option to brighten the night. It's designed for those who demand exceptional performance in high-speed, low-visibility conditions. Part of their Racer Edition line, this light bar packs a serious punch, engineered for speeds over 110 MPH. Built with Baja Designs' signature features, it offers ClearView optics to focus light exactly where you need it, CopperDrive technology for full 100% LED power, and a 5000K daylight color to reduce driver fatigue. The OnX6 is as durable as it is powerful, with replaceable lenses, waterproof construction, and a Limited Lifetime Warranty for complete peace of mind on every adventure. Note, this product might not come with the wiring harness, which you can purchase separately.
4. Moose Racing 12" LED Light Bar Kit
The Moose Racing LED Light Bars in the 8" to 12" range deliver powerful and reliable lighting for off-road adventures. Featuring a 6000K LED color temperature and a CREE chipset by Phillips, these light bars offer a balanced mix of spot and flood beams, ideal for illuminating both near and far objects. Built to withstand tough conditions, they come with a polycarbonate lens, an epoxy-sealed aluminum housing, and IP67 waterproof certification, ensuring durability and long-lasting performance. With a life expectancy of over 50,000 hours, universal mounting brackets, and a comprehensive wiring kit, these light bars provide a versatile and robust lighting solution for any off-road vehicle.
5. Moose Racing 8" LED Light Bar Kit
You might have noticed that most of the suggested LED light bars on our list are limited to under 12" wide. The reason for this is because if you go too much wider, you might run into mounting issues on an ATV, and it’s possible that the odd fitment will give your rig an awkward look. Now going smaller in width won’t give you mounting issues, and depending on the size choice, you might be able to equip multiple auxiliary solutions. That's why we wanted to also include the 8" version of Moose Racing's LED Light Bar kit, which is the perfect size for a simple handlebar mount. Ultimately, this allows you more mobility at the bars with less clutter on the front end (or sides or rear or whatever...).
While this 8” LED light bar may seem petite at first glance, but it packs a lot of punch. Featuring a 6000K LED color temperature and a Phillips CREE chipset, it offers a balanced mix of spot and flood beams for a wide and far-reaching driving-style light pattern. Built to last, this light bar includes an epoxy-sealed aluminum housing, polycarbonate lens, and IP67 waterproof certification. With a 50,000+ hour life expectancy, universal mounting brackets, and a comprehensive wiring kit, this light bar is a reliable and versatile solution for off-road enthusiasts seeking top-tier lighting at an affordable price.
6. Best Budget Option: Wayup 10" Quad Row Spot Flood Combo LED Light Bar
If you’re looking for better lighting than your stock lights are capable of but can’t see spending hundreds of dollars on some of the other light bars mentioned in this list, you’re in luck. There are still plenty of options to choose from at a much more friendly price point, like this 10” combo LED light bar from Wayup. You can see from the image that the reflectors utilized in this LED light bar are vastly different from any others we’ve listed, but according to Wayup this 10” LED light bar pumps out 15,000 lumens utilizing OSRAM LED chips. Furthermore, the LEDs are housed in a high-grade die-cast aluminum housing and uses a polycarbonate lens that protects the LED chips from outer damage. This housing also provides excellent heat dissipation and is sealed against water and dust with an IP68 rating.
7. Alternative Light Option: Rigid Industries D-SS Pro LED Light Pods
If you’re looking at your ATV while going through this lighting guide and are scratching your head trying to figure out how in the world you could add a light bar, opting to use LED light pods might be a better option. The Rigid Industries D-SS Pro LED light pods measure 3”x4” making them much easier to install in OEM locations if you wanted to replace your stock lights or even to add to your machine with a handlebar mount. The light pods pump out just over 6,300 lumens of light with a minimal 3 amp draw on your electrical system. While the ones featured here are a flood pattern, they are also available in a spot light pattern. A great feature of these light pods is what gives them the SS (side shooter) designation. There are 4 additional LED chips and reflectors that are aimed to the side for a much wider beam and greater night time vision.
Just like the LED light bar at the top of our list, the components of the LED light pods are housed in a high-grade aluminum alloy housing that is both dust and waterproof and utilizes an impact resistant polycarbonate lens. They’re available in both white and black housing color options, so you can try to get them to accent your ATV as best as possible.
Why do I need an LED light bar
If you plan on doing any kind of riding at night, upgrading your lighting system by replacing your stock lights or adding more to your ATV is a no-brainer. Most ATVs feature a standard halogen light bulb that gets the job done, but when you’re out in the dunes or on the trails you want to see farther and wider than the stock lights can project. By adding an LED light bar you’ll get a significant increase distance, width, or both depending on what type of lighting pattern you go with. Additionally, by increasing the amount of light your ATV is able to project, you may also be able to ride at a faster pace since you’ll be able to see obstacles and terrain contours much better than before. There’s a reason some of the fastest racers on the planet run these types of lighting systems.
Can my ATVs electrical system handle a light bar?
Most modern ATVs that utilize a 12v electrical system with a battery can easily handle the load of a 10” LED light bar. In fact, some of our editors have had 2-3 light bars/pods on an ATV without the need to modify the electrical system. Of course, you want to make sure that you’re wiring the lights in properly and not just relying on the stock wiring system to carry the load of multiple light bars. While most LED light bars draw the same or less amperage than the stock lights, if you try to wire too many in on the same circuit you can cause damage to your stock wiring harness.
How do I mount an LED light bar on my ATV?
Mounting an LED light bar can be super easy or extremely difficult depending on which type of ATV you’re wanting to mount it to. First you need to know how the LED light bar is set up to be mounted. Some have brackets that mount to the sides of the housing, while others feature a slide track that mount tabs are allowed to slide back and forth allowing for different mounting widths. Once you have this figured out, you can find any number of generic tube mounts that you can secure to your ATVs frame, or you can get a handlebar mount for some of the smaller light bars or pods.
Single row, dual row, or cube LED lights. Which is better to use?
This really depends on mounting location and how much room you must mount an LED light bar or LED light pods. Dual row LED light bars are great because with double the number of LED lights, you’ll get double the light that can be produced. While that’s not necessarily a bad thing, the dual-row light bars are taller than say a single row meaning that it will require more mounting space. To be honest, there have been huge improvements over the years in that many single row light bars may put out as much light, if not more, than some dual row models. If you’re really limited on space, purchasing a set of LED pods or cubes might be your best option.
Am I better off running an LED light bar or HID lights?
While HID (High Intensity Discharge) lights can provide brighter light that covers a larger area, that doesn't make them the ideal fit for most ATV or UTV owners. HID's require time to reach peak brightness and depending which brand/style you opt to go with require a ballast that takes up more space on your machine. LED light bars house everything in one package and can run for more than 20,000 hours, making them some of the longest lasting lights you can get. LEDs also require minimal energy from your electrical system, instantly reach peak brightness and are usually more budget friendly.
Recent Updates
August 28, 2024: Updated introduction, product descriptions, swapped out products for current offerings, updated product links. Removed promoted product.
Past Updates:
August 17, 2022: Updated product descriptions, swapped out products for current offerings (Vision X XPR LED light bar, Wayup LED light bar, Rigid Industries D-SS Pro LED light pods), updated product links and added more FAQ.
July 14, 2021: Added a Promoted Product to the article
May 13, 2021: Added the Baja Designs On6X light bar and Rigid Radiance light pods.
March 9, 2021: Replaced our Lazer Star product recommendation with a new budget option from Tusk.
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Kyra Sacdalan is an editor and journalist by day, and a PR & marketing wiz by night - with a passion for people, places and things. Someone coined the term 'Cultural Bloodhound,' which is a title she wears with pride. From discovering Haikyos in Japan on a dual-sport motorcycle, to exploring the booming culinary scene of Baja California, racing Go-Karts in Italy to doing donuts in an Ikea parking lot in Russia with professional drifter, or documenting races like the Dakar Rally; the list goes on and with every new experience and interesting idea, she's ready to say 'yes.'
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