Since you have landed on this page, I assume that you either already purchased or have zeroed down on the bicycle that you will be buying soon. If not, I recommend you go through my bicycle buying guide here.
Do note that this list of cycling accessories has been compiled with beginners in mind. Those who have just taken up cycling or have been riding casually for a couple of years now. If you are an experienced rider and need help with anything specific, please feel free to reach out to me in the comments below.
I have divided this list into two parts. The first one will cover only the essential bicycle accessories. While the second part will cover things that you may or may not need.
1. Cycling Helmet:
If you can buy only one accessory, this is the one that you should go for. I always recommend all beginners to buy and use a bicycle helmet regular.
It does not matter if the trip is a short one. Wearing a good quality helmet that fits your head properly is a must. If you need help selecting one, don’t read this article that I wrote earlier.
Since I am only recommending one product of each type, I will go ahead and recommend you to buy the RoadR 100 Cycling Helmet by Btwin.
2. Bicycle Repair Toolkit
You might be thinking that you do not need a toolkit since you are just buying a new bike, wrong.
Even if you have a totally new bike, you are bound to buy a few accessories like a kickstand or mudguards. Even if you don’t plan on buying them now, you might need a toolkit to make minor adjustments to your bicycle as per your needs.
It is always advisable to have a portable cycle repair toolkit with you when you ride. Plus the basic ones are not very expensive, you can easily buy one on Amazon. Have a look at one such recommended product below.
3. Air Pump
Keeping your tyres inflated at the right pressure will not ensure their long life but will also help you keep rolling with minimum effort. If you own a bicycle, having a good air pump is a must.
Ideally, I would recommend having two. A regular one that you can keep and home and use on a regular basis. A second, more compact pump that you can carry around with you or store it in your toolkit.
You can consider buying a foot pump like the one shown below for regular use (at home).
If you also wish to buy the compact, I suggest you look at the one available with puncture repair kit shown below by Btwin. It is a good quality product, made available at a very affordable price in India.
4. Bicycle Lock
Imagine your parking your bicycle for a few minutes and return to find out that the love of your life has been stolen. In India, where it is so difficult to get your stolen car or bike returned. Finding your stolen bicycle might seem next to impossible.
Investing in the best lock that you can buy makes a lot of sense in our country.
I personally use and would recommend buying Btwin 500 Bike Chain Lock.
5. Puncture Repair Kit
Next on my list of essential cycling accessories is the Puncture Repair Kit. You never know when you might need.
There have been months when I did not need this kit. I actually forgot that I have this kit in my strap on the saddle bag. However, there have also been months when I need it not once but twice.
I recommend buying this kit by Btwin. As stated above, it also comes with a handy and portable hand pump.
6. Inner Tube
Most of the times, you will be able to mend the puncture using the repair kit mentioned above. However, there will come a time, when it will not be worth repairing the tube anymore.
It will better and much easier to simply replace your old tube with a new one. So it is advisable to have an inner tube with you at all times.
Do reach out to your bicycle shop or buy a tube that is compatible with your cycle tyres.
CYCLING ACCESSORIES IN INDIA 