Off-Road Light Bars

Does your low beam fall short on gravel roads, in the forest or on the trail at night? An LED light bar on the bumper, roof or bull bar gives you extra light in front of the vehicle. This category is for you if you drive off-road in a car or UTV or work outdoors in the dark.

What a light bar does

A light bar combines many LEDs in one long housing and can light up a wider area than a single lamp. The beam pattern determines whether the light reaches far ahead or spreads wide, and some models combine the two, e.g. Baja Designs OnX6 Arc Series with a Driving Combo pattern. If you only need long range or wide close-up lighting, spot lights or flood lights can be an alternative.

How to choose a light bar

• Length and space: Measure where the bar will be mounted. For example, we have 10-inch bars and KC HiLiTES Gravity Titan in 50 and 57 inches.
• Shape: Straight or curved, e.g. Rigid RAD+ Curved 50 RGBW. A curved bar can follow the roof or bumper line.
• Kit or universal: Some kits are made for specific vehicles, e.g. Baja Designs kits for Jeep Wrangler JL/JT and Polaris RZR Turbo XP. A universal bar requires suitable light mounts.
• Power and wiring: Power consumption depends on the bar. Check whether a wiring harness with relay, fuse and switch is included.

Legal requirements and maintenance

Whether a light bar may be used on public roads depends on the product and the vehicle. Check the E-mark and approval for the specific part number; without approval, the light can typically only be switched on off public roads. Keep the lens clean, and regularly inspect bolts, mounts and connectors for play and moisture.

Frequently asked questions

Should I choose a straight or a curved light bar?

It depends on where the bar will be mounted and how you want the light distributed. A curved bar can follow the roof or bumper line and spread the light a little more to the sides, while a straight bar is often easier to place on a flat mount.

Can I use the light bar on public roads?

It depends on the product and the vehicle. Check whether the specific part number is E-marked and approved for the use you have in mind. Without approval, the light must typically be switched off on public roads.

Can I install a light bar myself?

Often you can, if you know your way around mounts and wiring. Most important are a solid mounting, correct fusing and a relay that matches the power consumption. If you are unsure about the connection, get help from an auto electrician.