Baja Designs XL-R Racer Edition LED Auxiliary Light Pod

 

Baja Designs XL-R Racer Edition LED Auxiliary Light Pod is a specialized round-bezel light for customers who need dedicated Zone 5 projection during high-speed off-road travel, competition use, and open-terrain nighttime driving. Its Racer Edition Spot pattern concentrates illumination far ahead instead of spreading the output across the immediate foreground. The traditional round face gives race bumpers and custom mounts a finished appearance while the XL housing supports a long-range optical system.

High-intensity LEDs produce approximately 4,300 raw lumens at 40 watts, and Baja Designs High-Speed Spot reflectors direct that output into an extended beam. The focused pattern is designed to reveal distant terrain changes, rises, turns, and obstacles earlier, giving drivers more time to read the route at speed. Because the beam is intentionally tight, it works best as the distance layer in a balanced package that also includes broader driving and cornering lights.

The housing measures approximately 5.24 inches high by 5.24 inches wide and 3.65 inches deep, making it suitable for race bumpers, roof structures, A-pillars, powersports cages, and custom long-range mounts. The round bezel integrates cleanly with compatible circular openings and gives the installation a classic performance-light appearance. Stainless steel mounting hardware provides a secure base for precise aiming, which is especially important with a narrow Zone 5 beam.

A 20 percent dimming feature is available when the pod is connected through compatible mode-switch wiring. This allows customers to stage the Racer Edition within a more complex system or reduce output when full long-range intensity is not needed. The feature does not change the purpose of the optical pattern, but it adds control flexibility for vehicles that use separate lighting zones during different speeds or terrain conditions.

Hard-anodized and powder-coated cast aluminum protects the electronics, while a hardcoated polycarbonate lens resists impacts from debris and repeated outdoor exposure. MoistureBlock sealing, built-in overvoltage protection, CopperDrive LED management, serviceable optics, IP69K water resistance, IK10 impact compliance, and testing beyond MIL-STD810G support severe race and trail environments. The nearly 50,000-hour rated life also suits customers building a long-term competition or adventure lighting system.

The XL-R Racer Edition is not intended to replace fog, cornering, or broad driving lights; its strength is putting controlled illumination into the far distance. Careful placement and alignment help the beam connect smoothly with the wider lights in the rest of the system. Whether customers are upgrading for desert racing, fast trail travel, long-distance route reading, or a layered competition setup, the Baja Designs XL-R Racer Edition LED Auxiliary Light Pod delivers focused Zone 5 reach and rugged round-bezel construction. Now Available at LEER!

 

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Features & Specifications

Product Type: Round Racer Edition LED auxiliary light pod

Brand: Baja Designs

Series: XL-R Racer Edition

Light Output: Approximately 4,300 raw lumens per light

Power Draw: 40 watts and approximately 2.9 amps per light

LED Quantity: Four high-intensity LEDs

Beam Pattern: Racer Edition Spot

Lighting Zone: Zone 5 long-distance illumination

Lighting Modes: High output with 20 percent dimming capability

Lens Color: Clear

Dimensions: 5.24 inches high, 5.24 inches wide, and 3.65 inches deep

Housing: Hard-anodized and powder-coated cast aluminum

Lens: Hardcoated polycarbonate

Rated Life: 49,930 hours

Environmental Ratings: IP69K water resistance and IK10 impact compliance

Wiring Harness: Not included

Functionality:

• Projects a narrow Racer Edition Spot beam into Lighting Zone 5.
• Helps customers recognize distant terrain changes and obstacles earlier at speed.
• Adds a dedicated long-range layer to competition and trail lighting systems.
• Fits round bumper openings, roof structures, pillars, cages, and custom mounts.
• Provides a 20 percent dimming function with compatible control hardware.
• Supports desert racing, fast trail travel, rally-style use, and remote route reading.
• Resists water, impact, vibration, dust, and severe environmental exposure.
• Uses serviceable lenses and optics for practical long-term maintenance.

 

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Why Choose

This product is ideal for customers who want race-focused distance lighting with a traditional round bezel and compact XL-R packaging.

• The Racer Edition Spot is tuned specifically for long-range Zone 5 performance.
• Focused projection supports earlier route and obstacle recognition during fast nighttime travel.
• The round outer bezel fits naturally into compatible competition bumper openings.
• Dimming capability supports staged operation in a layered lighting system.
• Hard-anodized and powder-coated construction handles severe operating environments.
• IP69K, IK10, and MIL-STD810G testing support demanding race and trail use.
• Serviceable optical components help extend practical product life.
• The pod pairs effectively with wider cornering and combo patterns for balanced coverage.

 

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What's Included

• One Baja Designs XL-R Racer Edition LED auxiliary light pod
• XL mounting bracket
• Stainless steel mounting hardware

Note: Confirm included components before installation.

 

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Installation Notes

• A wiring harness is not included; use compatible Baja Designs control hardware rated for the light and intended switching arrangement.
• Mount the pod to a rigid surface with an unobstructed forward path and enough clearance for precise vertical adjustment.
• Pair the narrow Racer Edition Spot with wider beam patterns to maintain continuous coverage from the foreground to the far distance.
• The 20 percent dimming function requires compatible mode-switch wiring and correct electrical connections.

Buyer is responsible for use in accordance with applicable vehicle, road, off-road, towing, racing, and local laws.

 

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Warranty Information

Baja Designs lighting is backed by a limited lifetime warranty covering qualifying defects in design and manufacturing. Warranty service may involve repair, replacement, or another remedy allowed under the terms in effect at the time of the claim, and proof of purchase may be required.

Coverage generally excludes installation errors, normal wear, misuse, abuse, neglect, collisions, unauthorized modifications, incorrect wiring, tampering, and damage caused by combinations or alterations not completed by Baja Designs. Customers should retain purchase records, follow the supplied installation guidance, and return the light intact when warranty evaluation is required.