{"product_id":"drt-can-am-maverick-x3-2017-wind-diffuser","title":"Can-Am X3 Wind Diffuser | DRT Motorsports","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCan-Am X3 Wind Diffuser\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDRT Motorsports Can-Am Maverick X3 Wind Diffuser\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for riders who want protection from wind and dust without committing to a full windshield. This \u003cstrong\u003eX3 wind diffuser\u003c\/strong\u003e mounts to the lower A-pillars and provides directional airflow to keep wind out of your face at speed while diverting dust away from the cab — plus it adds aggressive open-cockpit styling to your Maverick X3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from aluminum with removable mesh inserts that can be color-matched to your build, this \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum wind diffuser for Can-Am X3\u003c\/strong\u003e is a clean alternative to a full windshield for desert and trail riders who want airflow without a face full of dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle-specific fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — all 2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 (2 \u0026amp; 4 door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA-pillar mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — lower-pillar location for optimal airflow redirect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — with removable mesh panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor-matchable\u003c\/strong\u003e — raw aluminum mesh removes for paint or powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind \u0026amp; dust deflection\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps both away from riders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-cockpit styling\u003c\/strong\u003e — aggressive alternative to full windshield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-on install\u003c\/strong\u003e — with cage drilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e — aluminum with raw aluminum mesh inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — lower A-pillars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e — bolt-on; cage drilling required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomization\u003c\/strong\u003e — removable mesh for color matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatus\u003c\/strong\u003e — Patent Pending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan-Am\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 (2-door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 Max (4-door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between a wind diffuser and a full windshield?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full windshield seals out wind and dust completely, but can trap heat and fog up. The DRT wind diffuser is an open-cockpit alternative — it redirects wind and dust away from riders while preserving airflow through the cab. Ideal for desert and trail riders who hate face-full-of-dust without wanting a fully enclosed cab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it fit X3 Max 4-door?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It fits all 2017+ Maverick X3 models, both 2 and 4 door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes installation require drilling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Mounting to the lower A-pillars requires drilling the cage for a secure bolt-on installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I color match the mesh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The mesh panels are removable so you can paint or powder coat them to match your build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it actually keep dust off riders?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The diffuser redirects directional airflow up and away from the cab, keeping wind off your face at speed and pushing dust around the riders rather than through them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it legal in races that prohibit windshields?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass rules vary — check your sanctioning body's regulations. The diffuser is an open-cockpit accessory, not a windshield, so it's often allowed where windshields aren't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy DRT Motorsports\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDRT Motorsports engineers Can-Am Maverick X3-specific open-cockpit airflow components for serious off-road riders. Aluminum durability, color-customizable mesh, and aggressive styling that works as a real alternative to a full windshield come standard on every DRT X3 component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet wind off your face and dust out of your eyes. 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