There are several different kinds of ATV winch mounts on the market today, including universal, custom, and hitch receiver mounts. Which type of winch mount is the best? That depends on several different factors: how much you want to customize your mount, how you plan to use your winch, and how much you want to spend.
The first type of mount plate is universal. It’s made to fit “pretty good” on just about any ATV make and model. If you’re expecting a perfect fit, you might get it and you might not. The most important factor to consider when you’re looking for a universal mount plate is the bolt pattern. Most ATV winches use a 2 or 4-bolt pattern. Measure the distance between the bolts to make sure the mount will fit your winch. You can drill extra holes if you need to, but the more holes you drill, the weaker the plate will be, so measure twice and then drill. If you like doing custom work and you’re looking for a cheap winch mount, a universal ATV mount is the way to go. Continue reading ‘ATV Winch Mount Plates – Universal, Custom, and Hitch Receiver Mounts’ »