The Baja Designs XL Rock Guard in black (MPN 668003) is a snap-on front cover for XL-series LED lights. It is made from durable, hard-coated polycarbonate plastic and is sold individually. The black version carries the Baja Designs logo and shields the lens from trail debris, rocks, and mud. Replacing a scratched or cracked lens costs far more than this cover, so it is inexpensive protection for a light that sits at the front of the vehicle.
Unlike the clear or amber options, the black cover is opaque. The manufacturer describes the black guard as fully covering the lights when they are off. Choose it when you want the lights hidden while parked or driving in daylight, and pick clear or amber when you need the lights to work while still being guarded. Fitment covers the XL80, XL Racer, XL Pro & XL Sport, and the XL-R line uses a separate guard, SKU 668011. Installation is a press-on, pull-off setup, so you can swap the cover for trail use or cleaning without tools.
No. The manufacturer states that black rock guards cannot be used while the lights are on. Use the black cover only when the light is off, and switch to the clear or amber version if you need the light to operate while protected.
No. The manufacturer lists the XL-R Series rock guards separately for the XL-R Sport, XL-R Pro, XL-R Racer, and XL-R 80 lights, under a different SKU (668011).
According to the manufacturer, the amber version changes the light output to amber for dusty or adverse weather, while the clear version protects the light and keeps full brightness.
The manufacturer describes the XL guard as easy to install and secure for a snug fit, and it is designed to be removed for quick maintenance. Owners on user forums report that the cover pushes on and pulls off without disassembling the vehicle's grille. Some owners of grille-mounted XL lights say the cover does not snap into place with as firm a click as other mounts, so check that it seats fully before driving. Confirm the lights are switched off before installing the black cover.
