ATV LED Lights

A Complete Guide to ATV LED Lights

Adding lights to your ATV or UTV can be both functional and fun. Not only will lights help brighten up the ground in front of you, allowing you to see hazards before you hit them head-on as the day fades, but they can also help other drivers see you better to avoid accidents. Lights let you ride the trails well into the evening hours, extending your time in the dirt.

What Is ATV LED Lighting?

Simply put, ATV LED lighting is light-emitting diode (LED) lights you add to your ATV or UTV. You can add lights to increase your visibility on the trail, as well as the ability for other riders to spot you ahead of them. 

A few tips for adding lighting to your ATV or UTV would be to ensure the LED lights you purchase come with a warranty. A warranty will cover lights that burn out so that you don't need to replace the entire fixture. You'll also want to make sure that any LED lights are fully sealed to avoid issues with water or dirt getting into your LED light and ruining its functionality. Finally, you'll want to ensure that you have the proper wiring and relay for hooking up your LED lights on your ATV or UTV. The larger the LED light, the bigger the possibility that you'll need to have more output available to run it via a relay. If you don't have the proper amperage to run your LED light, you risk melting wires or frying the light.

LED Light Bars

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Light up the night with an LED light bar, which provides you with an increased distance of visibility by flooding the ground in front of you with light. An LED light bar can make it possible for you to ride the trails or explore the wilderness long after the sun has disappeared for the day. LED light bars are available with simple to install universal mounts, made of high-quality parts including CREE LEDs, and often come with a switch and wiring harness.

While some of the other lights here are a bit more fun, LED light bars are definitely more functional when it comes to after-hours trail riding. These types of lights put out brighter lights, don't create excess heat, last longer, and use less power to help save your ATV battery life. Available in full light bar, floodlight size, and low-profile options, you're sure to find an LED light bar that will work for your ATV or UTV.

LED Whip Lights

Whip lights get their name from the flexible housing that holds the LED lights, which allows the lights to bend, or whip, around in the wind. LED whip lights are an energy-saving option that won't drain your battery as quickly as other options. You can also look for whip light options that allow you to double them up as antennae in order to boost your radio signal. Many LED whip light options come with color-changing technology that will enable you to quickly and easily change the colors or select a pattern for your light show.

One thing to consider when purchasing LED whip lights is the length. You don't want to have ones that are too big for your ATV or UTV. The long whip lights may look cool, but you don't want to risk slapping yourself in the face with one when taking a quick corner. Look for LED whip light options that use a Bluetooth controller that lets the patterns and colors respond to the music playing on the device you paired to your LED whip lights. LED whip lights are also available in a variety of shapes, such as straight or spiral.

Look for whip lights with a quick-connect system that means you don't have to unplug and plug every time you want to add them to your ATV or UTV. If you want to fly a flag behind your ATV or UTV, there are LED whip light options out there that allow you to attach one, adding even more shimmer to your ride. LED whip lights not only add a fun light show to your vehicle, but they can also be used as reverse lights, brake lights, and even turn signals.

LED Strip Lights

Very similar to LED whip lights, another option is an LED strip light for your ATV or UTV. LED strip lights are also known as LED tape lights or ribbon lights. They come with a super sticky adhesive backing that makes them extremely easy to install just about anywhere, including your ATV, motorcycle, or boat. LED strip lights are also extremely flexible, allowing you to bend and shape them for even more fun. These types of LED lights also allow the user to customize their show from static color to flashing and more.

LED strip lights can be set up to work with your ATV or UTV braking functions so that when you hit the brakes, the LED kit turns red, just like your brake lights, to allow for higher visibility and added safety. Often times these lights also come with the same type of music function as LED whip lights, which will enable you to program your lights to dance along with your favorite playlists on the device it's paired with via Bluetooth.

LED Rock Lights

These little lights are often mounted on the front of your ATV or UTV to light the path but can also be added to the rear to help you see under and around your entire machine. LED Rock lights need to have a strong glass casing because they vibrate along with your ATV and often get struck by fast-moving objects you ride over on the trails. Aluminum housings for your LED rock lights are corrosion resistant, thus prolonging the lifespan of your light on your four wheeler.

LED lights are an excellent choice for adding some light to your path because they don't add much of a strain to your ATV or UTV battery. Many come with a remote control to let you pick the color of your lights and sync your music from your device to the lights. An app on your smartphone can even control some ATV lighting accessories.

ATV and UTV riders are always looking for ways to stay on the trail just a little bit longer, from toting coolers with snacks and beverages to adding lights to allow them to stay and play past dark. Make your trail ride last longer with any of these lighting options.