
Best selling Bike lights from Garmin
On this page you’ll find a ranking of the best Bike lights from Garmin. To give you a quick overview, we’ve added the most important product details. This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.
1. Garmin Varia RTL516
See and be seen. The radar with rear light can be paired with an Edge cycling 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 cycling 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 afar. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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

5. 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. Regardless of 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.

6. Garmin Varia UT 800 with helmet holder
With a consistent 800 lumens, you can ride safely. Additionally, the light intensity automatically adjusts based on your speed to extend battery life. When the sun sets in the terrain, your ride doesn’t have to end just yet. If your speed changes, the Varia UT800 will adjust accordingly. When paired with compatible Edge bike computers, the brightness is adjusted to ensure you have the right light for safe riding.
Thanks to its smart features, the Varia UT800 can be paired with compatible Edge computers equipped with light sensors. After pairing, the Varia UT800 helmet light automatically adjusts the light intensity based on speed and route profile, providing more light when you ride faster while conserving battery at lower speeds. It also automatically adapts to ambient light and battery capacity, allowing you to ride longer. You can turn the light on or off, control brightness, and more with a button press on the Edge computer or a dedicated remote.
The Varia makes it easy to adjust light intensity to suit conditions. The Varia UT800 helmet light has five light modes: Power (800 lumens), Standard (400 lumens), Eco (200 lumens), Night Flash mode (100 to 300 lumens), and Day Flash mode (over 700 lumens). At full intensity, the light can be seen during the day from up to 1.6 kilometers away.
The helmet light is compact and lightweight. It can be attached to the helmet using the designated mount and weighs less than 140 grams. Cyclists must comply with local laws regarding the placement of lighting while riding on the road. The Varia UT800 does not comply with StVZO regulations.

7. Garmin Varia RTL 516 Radar mit Rücklicht (StZVO zugelassen)
The Varia RTL516 is a StVZO-approved rear light with integrated radar technology to detect vehicles from a distance of up to 140 meters. When a vehicle approaches, the bike radar alerts the cyclist through the connected display unit or a compatible Garmin product (Edge or Wearable) both acoustically and visually. The sleek and aerodynamic Varia RTL516 can be mounted tool-free on the seat post of racing, touring, or city bikes. With a battery life of up to 9 hours, it is suitable for longer rides. The Garmin Varia app allows direct use of the Varia with a smartphone, providing warnings of approaching vehicles.
Highlights:
- StVZO-approved rear light with integrated radar technology
- Alerts the cyclist to approaching vehicles
- Aerodynamic design for optimal mounting on the seat post
- Long battery life of up to 9 hours
- Compatibility with Garmin Edge and Wearable products
- Varia Mobile App for smartphone use
Product Type:
- Riding Assistance
Key Features:
- Color: Black
- Height: 98.6 mm
- Length/Depth: 19.7 mm
- Width: 39.6 mm
Included in Delivery:
- Garmin Varia RTL 516
- Seat post mount
- USB cable
- Quick start guide.
