Garmin Varia RTL515 Bike Radar – Rearview Radar with Tail Light for Enhanced Safety

The Garmin Varia RTL515 is a rearview bike radar combined with a powerful tail light, designed to improve cyclist safety on the road. Thanks to its radar technology, it detects vehicles approaching from behind and alerts you in real-time via your Garmin Edge computer, compatible watch, or the Varia smartphone app.

Capable of detecting vehicles up to 140 meters behind the cyclist, the Varia RTL515 allows you to anticipate traffic and adjust your path safely.

Ideal for road cycling, gravel, or daily commutes, this radar offers improved visibility and increased awareness of traffic.

Key features of the Garmin Varia RTL515

• Rearview radar detecting vehicles up to 140 m

• Visual and audible alerts on bike computer or smartphone

• Integrated powerful tail light visible day and night

• ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity

• Up to 16 hours battery life in day flash mode

• Compatible with Garmin Edge computers and many applications

How does the Garmin Varia radar work?

The radar located at the rear of the bike monitors traffic behind you. When a vehicle approaches, the device sends an alert to a compatible device that displays the distance and approach speed of the vehicle.

The computer or smartphone screen indicates vehicles with a color code according to their speed and proximity, which allows you to anticipate overtaking and improve road safety.

Powerful tail light

The Varia RTL515 also integrates an LED tail light that improves cyclist visibility.

Lighting modes:

• Solid mode

• Peloton mode

• Night flash mode

• Day flash mode (up to 65 lumens)

Battery life

Battery life varies depending on the lighting mode:

• Up to 16 hours in day flash mode

• Up to 6 hours in solid mode

• Integrated rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Technical specifications

• Product: rearview bike radar with light

• Model: Garmin Varia RTL515

• Radar detection: up to 140 m

• Connectivity: ANT+ and Bluetooth

• Battery life: up to 16 h

• Max brightness: 65 lumens

• Water resistance: IPX7

• Compatibility: Garmin Edge, Garmin watches, smartphones and cycling apps

• Mounting: seat post (mounting kit included)

For which cyclist?

The Garmin Varia RTL515 is ideal for:

• for road cyclists riding on open roads

• for gravel or bikepacking enthusiasts

• for athletes looking to improve their safety during training

• for users of Garmin Edge computers

Why choose the Garmin Varia RTL515?

The Garmin Varia RTL515 is considered one of the most effective bike radars on the market. It offers cyclists a true "electronic rearview", improving awareness and safety in traffic.

Thanks to the combination of radar + powerful tail light, it becomes an essential accessory for road rides or daily training.