If you are a fan of riding a bicycle, you know there are certain safety features that you will need that imperative to your safety and others on the road. A helmet is certainly one of these features but cycle lights are also up there and possibly even more important at night. Without them, you are far more likely to get struck by a vehicle. Since you are here, you know the importance of cycle lights, the only issue is finding one that worlds for you. There are so many options out there that you could be looking all day long but that is why we are here.
In this post we are going to share some of our favorite and some of the highest rated cycle lights on the market. Much goes into the rating of these cycle lights and we will talk about some of the features that make these cycle lights so highly rated.
We know there are plenty more cycle lights out there that are really good, but these are some of the higher rated cycle lights on the market so check out our list!
Eagle Eye USB Rechargeable Bike Light Set by Apace
The Eagle Eye USB Rechargeable Bike Light Set by Apace is on of the best cycle lights on the market and we will give you some of the reasons why. The Eagle Eye cuts through the darkness with an extremely bright XPG2 LED light that offers 300 lumens output and is angled to give you the best visibility possible to keep you on the road biking safely. The Eagle Eye has a very long lasting battery with five different settings that will allow you to choose how much power you need to use at specific points of the day. It is easy to install and the USB port offers fast charging so you are back on the road in two to three hours
Features
– Powerful wide beam light that pierces the darkness with 300 lumens
– USB rechargeable
– 120 degree beam for a perfect line of sight
– Quick charging at two to three hours
– Universal fit for easy installation
– Five settings to offer different levels of lighting depending on time of day
BLITZU Gator 320
Blitzu is introducing the Gator 320 USB rechargeable cycle light. You will get the everyday reliability that you are used to getting out of a Blitzu product while getting the highest quality for a reasonable price. The Gator 320 is fantastic for an extra safety precaution during the middle of the day as well as a great light for riding at night.
The Gator 320 is ultra bright with its 320 lumen output light which will give you the confidence you need to commute at night or in the middle of the day. The USB charging feature means you can toss out the batteries that you are used to using and it offers four different lighting modes as well. Not only is it bright and has great charging features, but the Gator 320 has a quick release button so you can take it with you if you need to run some errands. No more detaching everything before you go into the store.
Features
– Rechargeable USB headlight
– Tail light included for free
– 320 lumen output light for extra brightness
– 360 degree swiveling
– No tools required for easy installation
Ascher USB Rechargeable Bike Light Set
For a bit of a different look, think about the Ascher USB Rechargeable Bike Light Set. The advanced design of the Ascher offers a built in 650mAh lithium batter that is rechargeable by USB. It is water resistant as well and rated to IPX4 which protects it from splashing at any angle. There are also four different light settings on this product including fast flash, slow flash, half brightness and full brightness. Not only does this cycle light work great, it is easy to install with silicone mounting straps that are designed with two openings that fit tight around different sizes of handlebars, helmets, seat posts and backpacks.
Features
– One headlight
– One tail light
– Two USB cables for charging
– Four silicone straps for mounting
– Instruction manual
Cycle Torch Shark 500 USB Rechargeable Bike Light Set
The Cycle Torch Shark 500 USB Rechargeable Bike Light Set is one of the highest rated cycle lights in the market for 2018. This cycle light is also USB rechargeable so no more AA batteries running out in the middle of a ride. The Shark 500 has unique flat beam technology that allows for ultimate visibility for the rider while not blinding drivers around you. The light will reach up to 330 feet which will make you visible to other drivers for a long ways.
You can use this cycle light for most things including city riding, kid’s bikes, hybrid bikes, mountain bikes and road biking to name a few. This is one of the brightest lights on the market offering 500 lumens at its highest setting for an hour and a half while a low setting of 50 lumens offers 15 hours of illumination. For an extremely versatile cycle light that will do everything you need, the Shark 500 is a fantastic option.
Features
– USB rechargeable lights
– Extremely bright flat beam technology
– Easy attachment and quick detaching with no tools involved
– One year money back warranty
BV Bicycle Light Set Super Bright 5 LED Headlight
For a more affordable option in the cycle light category, try the BV Bicycle Light Set Super Bright 5 LED Headlight. This light offers much of the great things of the lights from above at about half the price. With the BV bright light, you can see up to 1,500 feet away while allowing the drivers to see you coming from even further out. While this cycle light doesn’t offer USB charging, this cycle light offers multiple settings so you don’t have to worry about using all the battery at once. For those of you on a budge, the BV Headlight is a great option.
Features
– Easy installment
– Five LED headlight and 3 LED taillight
– Easy detaching with quick-release mount