
Best selling Bike lights from Garmin
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1. Garmin Varia RearVue 820
Reliable visibility. Comprehensive overview - with the Varia RearVue 820 bike radar with very bright rear light. The radar warns you of approaching vehicles on compatible Edge bike computers, Garmin smartwatches or in the Varia app on your smartphone. The Varia RearVue 820 uses innovative radar technology to recognise the size of the vehicle and visually shows you the overtaking distance. Whether you are travelling at the same speed or overtaking - vehicles are detected from a distance of up to 175 metres. The very bright rear light with various light modes is visible from distances of up to 2 kilometres and has an integrated brake light with a striking flashing pattern. This warns other road users when you slow down or stop.
Pro
- More battery, lumen, visibility and range
- Finally, no more annoying micro USB connection
- USB-C port

2. Garmin Varia RTL515
The Varia RTL 515 radar provides visual and audible alerts to warn of vehicles approaching from behind at a distance of up to 140 metres. So you can see what's happening behind you while you're driving. The smart and compact radar can be paired with the Edge bike computer or a compatible smartphone as well as with certain Garmin wearables or the optional radar display unit. With the smartphone app, you receive the warning on your phone. Graphical representations as well as sound and vibration alarms alert you to the position and speed of approaching cars. Drivers are alerted to you as early as possible thanks to the daylight visibility of up to 1.6 kilometres. This means you are also safe on country roads.
International standard version
Fixed mode (solid mode): 20 lumens
Night Flash mode: 29 lumens
Day Flash mode: 65 lumens
Peloton mode (only for group rides): 8 lumens
Pro
- additional security with the Rar
- Absolutely reliable
- Good workmanship
Contra
- Poor mounting
- - No wireless battery charging.
- Fastening with rubber is not optimal and somewhat cheap

3. Garmin Varia RTL516
See and be seen. The radar with taillight can be paired with an Edge bike computer or a compatible smartphone to warn you of vehicles approaching from behind.
See what’s happening behind you. The Varia RTL516 radar provides visual and audible alerts to warn you of vehicles approaching from up to 140 meters behind. This way, you can see what’s happening behind you while riding.
Edge/Smartphone compatible. The smart and compact radar can be paired with the Edge bike computer or a compatible smartphone, as well as with certain Garmin wearables or the optional radar display unit.
Compatible with the Varia app. With the smartphone app, you receive alerts on your phone. This includes graphical displays as well as sound and vibration alerts indicating the position and speed of approaching cars.
Compatible with third-party apps. When used with a compatible smartphone, the Varia radar integrates with your favorite apps to overlay maps with alerts from the radar.
Excellent visibility from a distance. Good visibility thanks to 5 lumens of brightness. This ensures you are safe while riding, even on country roads.
Compact and stylish design. Easily mount the sleek, compact radar on the seat post of almost any bike for road use. The vertical design does not obstruct your legs while riding and does not affect the riding experience.
Long battery life. Wouldn’t you rather spend your time on a ride instead of charging the device? Enjoy a battery life of up to 9 hours.
Pro
- Different modes
- Works great!

4. Garmin Varia UT 800
Especially bright steering wheel lamp for off-road use, visible during the day from a distance of up to 1.6 kilometers. Consistent light output of 800 lumens for up to 1.5 hours. Automatic adjustment to ambient light, speed, and route profile to extend battery life. Can be used as a standalone device or paired with compatible Edge bike computers to automatically turn the light on or off, adjust brightness, and more. 5 light modes: Power, Standard, Eco, Night Flash Mode, Day Flash Mode.
Pro
- The Garmin Edge regulates the brightness well
- Easy to connect with Edge devices
- Automatic light modes
Contra
- High weight for a road bike
- Battery life
- Micro USB

5. Garmin Varia Vue
More safety on the road - see and record with the Varia Vue headlight with dashcam. The integrated camera records razor-sharp videos in 4K and saves them automatically in the event of an accident. With a light intensity of up to 600 lumens and side lighting, you can recognise all hazards on the road even in poor lighting conditions. The Varia Vue has a battery life of up to 7 hours in daytime running light mode including video recording. When the Edge bike computer is connected, the intelligent automatic brightness function adjusts the light in five levels - continuous light mode low, medium, high and day or night flashing mode - to suit the light conditions and current speed. The Varia app can be used to adjust light and camera settings, edit and save videos via WLAN and add data overlays.

6. Garmin VARIA RCT715
The radar looks behind you while you can follow the path ahead. This radar with a camera and rear light continuously records your ride. Additionally, it detects vehicles approaching from behind and displays data on your compatible Garmin device.
Pro
- Radar accuracy
- Bright light with various modes
- Has reliable radar
Contra
- Could be cheaper
- App is a disaster
- not quite cheap ;-)
