Atera Strada DL3 (Type 022601) - Converting Euro spec for UK use?

[parxuk]

Hi everyone,

I recently bought an Atera Strada DL3 from Amazon UK. It was listed as a Warehouse deal and I got a great price, but nowhere did it mention the unit was actually being shipped from Europe. As a result, I've received Type 022601—which appears to be the standard European LHD version rather than the UK-specific "GB" model.

My main concern is the light cluster (specifically the fog light being on the left), which I believe makes it non-compliant for UK road use.

Has anyone else inadvertently ended up with a European variant from Amazon? If so, is there a simple way to convert/rewire the lights for the UK, or am I better off just returning it?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

 

[Perfectos]

Try these , they are a good company and have a long standing with Atera,
They are an approved parts seller and carry UK stock. At very reasonable prices.

https://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbproduct_search.php?Searcharea_ID=9&Brand_ID=1&keywords=

 

[parxuk]

Thanks Perfectos. I have emailed them and will keep my fingers crossed.

 

[Perfectos]

Here is a screen shot of the component parts they sell with prices , as you can see they do lights and wiring looms as replacements

Complete set of lights £32

Complete set with loom £79

Here is the link to the page shown below:

https://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4_tab.php/all-products/atera_strada_dl_3_to_4_bike_carrier_uk_lights_no_ar2603/Qx@w,6M4PHS,ZGenkQvENtdosM

 

[parxuk]

Here is a screen shot of the component parts they sell with prices , as you can see they do lights and wiring looms as replacements

Complete set of lights £32

Complete set with loom £79

Here is the link to the page shown below:

https://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4_tab.php/all-products/atera_strada_dl_3_to_4_bike_carrier_uk_lights_no_ar2603/Qx@w,6M4PHS,ZGenkQvENtdosM

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Oh wow, that's very kind of you. Thanks Perfectos

 

[WelshGas]

Hi everyone,

I recently bought an Atera Strada DL3 from Amazon UK. It was listed as a Warehouse deal and I got a great price, but nowhere did it mention the unit was actually being shipped from Europe. As a result, I've received Type 022601—which appears to be the standard European LHD version rather than the UK-specific "GB" model.

My main concern is the light cluster (specifically the fog light being on the left), which I believe makes it non-compliant for UK road use.

Has anyone else inadvertently ended up with a European variant from Amazon? If so, is there a simple way to convert/rewire the lights for the UK, or am I better off just returning it?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

Interesting. My Altera rack purchased 10yrs ago.had/has 2 fog lights which is legal.

 

[andyinluton]

Hi everyone,

I recently bought an Atera Strada DL3 from Amazon UK. It was listed as a Warehouse deal and I got a great price, but nowhere did it mention the unit was actually being shipped from Europe. As a result, I've received Type 022601—which appears to be the standard European LHD version rather than the UK-specific "GB" model.

My main concern is the light cluster (specifically the fog light being on the left), which I believe makes it non-compliant for UK road use.

Has anyone else inadvertently ended up with a European variant from Amazon? If so, is there a simple way to convert/rewire the lights for the UK, or am I better off just returning it?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

I wouldn't worry about it. How often do you use the fog lights? You've still got one just on the wrong side. No different to your van one when driving abroad.

 

[Badger15]

Hi everyone,

I recently bought an Atera Strada DL3 from Amazon UK. It was listed as a Warehouse deal and I got a great price, but nowhere did it mention the unit was actually being shipped from Europe. As a result, I've received Type 022601—which appears to be the standard European LHD version rather than the UK-specific "GB" model.

My main concern is the light cluster (specifically the fog light being on the left), which I believe makes it non-compliant for UK road use.

Has anyone else inadvertently ended up with a European variant from Amazon? If so, is there a simple way to convert/rewire the lights for the UK, or am I better off just returning it?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

I did the same, Amazon showed in stock but later found out 2 month delivery so cancelled and bought a new ProUser Diamant SG2 Plus 60kg on eBay. It’s great and tilts to allow the tailgate to open with bikes on. Must have the Plus though for full tilting.

 

[parxuk]

Interesting. My Altera rack purchased 10yrs ago.had/has 2 fog lights which is legal.

I think the UK variant has 2 fog lights, the European rack has only a fog light on the left cluster and not the required wiring in the right light cluster to be able to insert a bulb and allow it to work.

I wouldn't worry about it. How often do you use the fog lights? You've still got one just on the wrong side. No different to your van one when driving abroad.

Yep, this is the conclusion I have come to. The chances of me ever using it in the fog are minimal. The van has fog lights and the rack has a fog light. Some people in dense fog dont even use their fog light, and if the fog light being on the left instead of the right is a big safety issue, then whats the mitigation for the european drivers that come to the UK on holiday with (presumably) a euro standard bike rack with the light on the wrong side?

Thanks all.