Garmin · Cycling
The Garmin Varia™ RCT715 in the Radar Camera Tail Light configuration is a compact rear-facing radar, camera and tail light designed for cyclists who want greater awareness of traffic approaching from behind. It continuously records the ride and can automatically save footage if it detects an incident.
Varia RCT715 provides visual and audible alerts for approaching vehicles on a compatible Garmin device, helping riders stay informed without constantly looking back. With multiple light modes and flexible camera and tail light settings, it can be tuned for different riding conditions while managing power for longer outings.
An integrated rear-facing camera captures what’s behind the bike at up to 1080p/30 fps. When an incident is detected, the device can automatically save footage from before, during and after the event, helping preserve key moments from the ride.
Rearview radar provides visual and audible alerts for vehicles approaching from behind up to 153 yards (140 meters) away. Vehicle threat classification is speed-based, and the radar beam width is 40°, supporting strong situational awareness during road rides.
The compact vertical design mounts to the seatpost of almost any bicycle and is shaped for leg clearance. The included mounting kit includes shims for round, aero and d-shaped seat posts, making it straightforward to dial in a secure fit.
Varia RCT715 can be controlled from Garmin Edge® bike computers, select Garmin smartwatches and the Varia™ app. Using the Varia app, riders can access footage, transfer videos, and customize camera settings such as data overlays. It can also add a data overlay to footage that displays the speed of approaching vehicles.
Designed to help alert motorists, the rear tail light offers daylight visibility up to 1 mi (1.6 km). Light modes include Solid, peloton, night flash and day flash, with output listed as 20 solid, 8 peloton, 21 night flash and 65 day flash. Settings can be adjusted to match conditions and priorities on each ride.
Battery life is rated at 4 hours solid or night flash, 5 hours peloton, and 6 hours day flash, all with 1080p recording. The unit is rated IPX7 and measures 4.2" x 1.7" x 1.3" (106.5 x 42 x 31.9 mm) with a weight of 5.2 oz (147.0 g), balancing capability with a compact footprint.
| Part Number | 010-02474-00 |
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| Model | Varia™ RCT715 |
| Configuration | Radar Camera Tail Light |
| ANT+® | Yes (radar, bike lights) |
| Dimension | 4.2" x 1.7" x 1.3" (106.5 x 42 x 31.9 mm) |
| Weight | 5.2 oz (147.0 g) |
| Light modes | Solid, peloton, night flash, day flash |
| Lumens | 20 solid, 8 peloton, 21 night flash, 65 day flash |
| Water rating | IPX7 |
| Battery life | 4 hours solid or night flash; 5 hours peloton; 6 hours day flash (all with 1080p recording) |
| BLE | Yes (radar, camera control) |
| Viewing angle | 220° |
| Visibility distance | 1 mi (1.6 km) |
| Vehicle threat classification | Speed-based |
| Maximum vehicle detection range | 140 meters |
| Radar beam width | 40° |
| Varia RCT715 |
| Mounting kit (includes shims for round, aero and d-shaped seat posts) |
| Charging cable |
| Manuals |
| General | Radar-only mode, Wi-Fi®, Rear tail light, Rear radar, Integrated camera |
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| Camera modes | Continuous, off, radar-activated |
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| Camera settings | 1080p/720p, with 30 FPS |
| Accelerometer | Autolock footage upon incident detection |
| Camera control | Garmin Edge® bike computers, select Garmin smartwatches and Varia™ app |
Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit use of this camera device. It is your responsibility to know and comply with applicable laws and rights to privacy in jurisdictions where you plan to use this device.
