Moose / All Balls Heavy‑Duty 12mm Tie‑Rod Assembly Upgrade Kit for Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000 & Kawasaki Prairie KVF400

OVERVIEW

A high-performance steering upgrade that restores precise wheel tracking and replaces worn or fatigued components on sport UTVs, this heavy-duty tie-rod assembly kit transfers directional input directly from the handlebars to the front axles with minimal shaft flex. Constructed from hardened steel and sealed needle bearings, the complete kit delivers significantly more rigidity than standard factory links while providing a straightforward bolt-on installation for Arctic Cat Wildcat platforms.

ENGINEERING & PERFORMANCE

The reinforced 12mm shaft diameter paired with precision-tapered rod ends eliminates steering slop and dampens vibration during high-speed cornering, ensuring consistent handling feedback across rough terrain. Heat-treated steel construction resists bending under impact loads and inhibits corrosion buildup, while the integrated cotter pin and jam nut retention system maintains tight tolerances throughout extended service cycles. This direct-replacement architecture matches original bracket spacing and mounting angles, allowing rapid driveline realignment without fabricating custom supports.

KEY FEATURES

• Upgrades vulnerable OEM 10mm steering links to heavier 12mm assemblies
• Includes two complete left and right tie-rods for full axle coverage
• Adds four 12mm crowned tie-rod ends for secure kingpin attachment
• Packs cotter pins and precision jam nuts for a ready-to-install fastener set
• Hardened steel shafts improve torsional stiffness and long-term fatigue resistance
• Direct bolt-on configuration requires zero cutting or bracket modification
• Optimized for aggressive trail duty, competitive sport use, and worn-system restoration

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Brand: Moose Racing
• Part Name: Heavy-Duty 12mm Tie-Rod Assembly Upgrade Kit
• Component Type: Steering Tie-Rod Assembly
• Material: Hardened Steel
• Supported Years: 2013–2016 (Arctic Cat Wildcat series), 2001–2002 (Kawasaki Prairie)
• Compatible Trims: Wildcat 1000 X SE, Wildcat 1000 X LTD, Wildcat 1000 X, Wildcat 1000 4x4, Wildcat 1000 LTD Walker Evans, Wildcat 1000 LTD, Wildcat 4 1000 X LTD, Wildcat 4 1000 X, Wildcat 4 1000, KVF400C

FITMENT

• Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000 X SE (2016)
• Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000 X LTD (2015–2016)
• Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000 X (2014)
• Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000 4x4 (2013–2014)
• Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000 LTD Walker Evans (2013)
• Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000 LTD (2013–2014)
• Arctic Cat Wildcat 4 1000 X LTD (2015)
• Arctic Cat Wildcat 4 1000 X (2014)
• Arctic Cat Wildcat 4 1000 (2013–2014)
• Kawasaki Prairie KVF400C (2001–2002)

WHY RIDERS CHOOSE THIS

Riders select this tie-rod upgrade to permanently solve the steering wander and catastrophic end failures that plague thin 10mm factory links after heavy impacts or hard rock navigation. The thicker 12mm shafts and reinforced bearing housings lock out lateral flex, delivering sharper turn-in response and stable feedback when pushing through washboard trails or jumping gaps. Because the kit aligns perfectly with existing mounting points and factory geometry, mechanics can install it quickly and return to the trails with restored confidence and predictable handling.