Garmin Varia RTL515 Radar Tail Light with 140m Detection, 65 Lumens, IPX7

Unlike standard rear lights that merely glow, the Garmin Varia RTL515 actively scans the road behind you, detecting vehicles from up to 140 metres away and alerting you before you hear them. This radar-equipped tail light pairs with your Garmin Edge, compatible wearable, or smartphone to deliver real-time proximity warnings, so you can keep your eyes on the road ahead while staying aware of traffic approaching from behind. With a 220-degree field of view and a bright 65-lumen Day Flash mode, it ensures you are seen in broad daylight and warned in any conditions.

Highlights

• Radar detection range up to 140 metres with a 220-degree field of view
• Daytime Flash mode at 65 lumens for maximum visibility in bright conditions
• Multiple light modes: Solid, Peloton, Night Flash and Day Flash
• Connectivity via ANT+ and Bluetooth for use with compatible Garmin devices and third-party head units
• Audible and visual alerts provide real-time proximity warnings
• IPX7 water resistance keeps the light safe in wet weather
• Rechargeable battery with up to 16 hours of life in Day Flash mode

In daily use

Mounting the Varia RTL515 to your seatpost takes seconds thanks to the quarter-turn mechanism. Once paired with your Edge cycling computer, wearable or smartphone, the radar detection appears as a visual indicator on the screen, with audible beeps when a vehicle approaches. The light automatically adjusts its brightness based on ambient conditions in some modes, and you can switch modes easily with a single press. The USB rechargeable battery ensures you stay powered for long rides, and the IPX7 rating means it shrugs off rain and splashes.

Full specifications

• Radar detection range: up to 140 metres (153 yards)
• Radar detection angle: 220 degrees
• Light modes: Solid (20 lumens), Peloton (8 lumens), Night Flash (29 lumens), Day Flash (65 lumens)
• Battery life: up to 6 hours (Solid), 8 hours (Peloton), 7 hours (Night Flash), 16 hours (Day Flash)
• Water rating: IPX7
• Connectivity: ANT+, Bluetooth
• Mounting: seatpost quarter-turn mount
• Rechargeable battery: yes (USB)
• Compatibility: Garmin Edge, select Garmin wearables, Varia app, third-party ANT+ head units

Final note

Ride with confidence knowing the Varia RTL515 is watching your back—literally. Its radar technology and bright light combine to give you a safer, more informed ride every time.