I still remember the first time I hopped on a speeder in Star Wars Outlaws. I shot forward like a champagne cork fired from a cannon, then immediately clipped a rock and spun out into a dune. If you're like me, you need the best speeder upgrades to make traversal feel less like a wrestling match with a greased eel. As of 2026, the speeder mechanics haven't changed, so this guide still holds up perfectly.
Your speeder is your lifeline across the galaxy. But the default model handles like a shopping cart with a bent wheel. You need to upgrade it, and you need to know which parts to prioritize first. Here's everything I wish I'd known before I spent my credits on the wrong things.
How to upgrade your speeder 🛠️
First, open the Vehicles tab in the main menu. You can see all available upgrades and even customize your speeder's appearance. But here's the catch: you cannot equip upgrades from the menu. You have to visit a Speeder Garage. These are marked with a bike and spanner symbol on the map. You'll find them in most major cities. The first one you're likely to encounter is near the landing dock in Mirogana city.
Upgrades cost credits and various material components. You can pick up materials across the worlds, especially inside syndicate and imperial bases. Some rarer parts only come from stealing from syndicate bases or trading with syndicate merchants. But merchants only sell their special stock if you have a good reputation with their syndicate. So take contracts and improve your relationships. You'll unlock contract options once you complete the 'Underworld', 'New Tricks', and 'False Flag' quests.
The best speeder upgrades to prioritize 🚀
After a lot of crashing and burning, I've narrowed it down to three upgrades that transform the experience. Here they are in order of importance:
| Upgrade | What it does | Why you need it |
|---|---|---|
| CP-O Steering System | Increases maximum turn angle and responsiveness | Fixes the twitchy, veering handling |
| Duralumin Chassis | Improves damage resistance | Survive pirates, imperials, and your own bad driving |
| Repulsion Blast Coil | Adds a jump ability to clear small obstructions | Take shortcuts and have way more fun |
CP-O Steering System
The default speeder veers left and right like a leaf blower in a hurricane. The CP-O Steering System increases the maximum turn angle and makes turning far more responsive when fully upgraded. It's the single best quality-of-life upgrade. If you only buy one thing, buy this.
Duralumin Chassis
If you crash into almost every rock and terrain feature like I do, you need the Duralumin Chassis. It improves damage resistance so you don't get knocked off your speeder every few seconds. Even if you're an expert driver, you'll often be chased by pirates, thugs, or imperials while traversing the worlds. A durable speeder is a must.
Repulsion Blast Coil
This is the most useful and fun upgrade. It allows you to perform a jump ability on the speeder and clear past small obstructions. It's perfect if you prefer to take shortcuts rather than travel along the main road to quest markers. Once you have it, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it.
Unlock speeder skills with The Mechanic 🧑🔧
Besides base upgrades, you can also unlock speeder-related skills that improve your handling. To gain access to new skills like the jump or turbo speed boost, you need to discover The Mechanic Expert. To find them, complete the 'Underworld' and 'New Tricks' main quests. Then speak to Danka at the cantina in Jaunta's Hope to gather the first round of intel leading to their location.
The turbo boost skill is especially worth it if you want to make Nix happy. Trust me, a happy Nix makes the whole galaxy feel brighter.
Extra tips for smoother traversal 💡
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Reputation matters. Syndicate merchants sell rare parts, but only if they like you. Take contracts early and often.
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Loot everything. Materials are hidden in syndicate and imperial bases. Don't skip side rooms.
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Credits can be tight. Sell junk, complete side jobs, and don't blow your savings on cosmetics until you have the core upgrades.
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Change paint jobs. At any garage, you can swap your speeder's appearance if you've picked up other paint jobs. It doesn't affect performance, but it looks cool.
Final thoughts
With the CP-O Steering System, Duralumin Chassis, and Repulsion Blast Coil, your speeder will glide across planets like a stone skimming a calm lake. Well, maybe not that gracefully, but close enough. Prioritize handling first, then durability, then the jump. And remember: you can always upgrade further as you find rarer materials. Go make Nix proud, and may your speeder never clip another rock. 🏍️✨