Tried & Trail-Proven
Recommended Jimny Gear
The kit we’d fit to our own Jimny — recovery, protection, tyres, lighting, overland and tools. Each pick explains what it does, why it matters on a Jimny, and what to look for when you buy.
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Recovery Boards (Traction Boards)
Lightweight nylon boards that give instant grip in sand, mud or snow — the first recovery tool every Jimny owner should carry. See details →
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Kinetic Recovery Rope
A stretchy nylon rope that stores energy to ‘snatch’ a stuck vehicle free more gently than a static strap. See details →
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Rated Shackles & Soft Shackles
The rated connectors that join your rope, boards and recovery points safely — soft shackles are light, strong and won’t become a projectile. See details →
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Sump Guard & Skid Plates
Underbody armour that shields the sump, gearbox and transfer case from rocks and stumps — the cheapest insurance there is. See details →
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Rock Sliders
Chassis-mounted bars that protect the sills and let you pivot the Jimny off obstacles instead of crushing the bodywork. See details →
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Diff Breather Kit
Extended breather hoses that stop water being sucked into the diffs, gearbox and transfer case during water crossings. See details →
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All-Terrain Tyres
The single biggest capability upgrade — a good A/T transforms grip off-road while staying civilised on tar. See details →
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Steel Off-Road Wheels
Tough, cheap-to-repair steel wheels that take trail knocks in their stride and are easy to live with. See details →
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LED Light Bar
A bar of LEDs to light up night trails and camp — wired properly through a relay and switched fuse. See details →
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Auxiliary Spotlights
Driving or spot lamps that throw light far down the trail to complement your main beam. See details →
Build it in the right order
Not sure where to start?
Get our free First 10 Mods guide for a sensible build order, or work out fitment with the tyre size calculator before you buy.