Autumn asks more of a cyclist than summer does: it gets dark early, roads are wet, and a puncture at eight in the evening on an empty road is a lot less fun than one in daylight. The good news is that most of the small things you need are cheap. We picked seven accessories that sell by the thousand on AliExpress and sorted them by job: visibility, safety, roadside repairs and navigation.
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How we chose
Popularity was the main criterion. We looked at recent sales numbers and kept only products with a positive review rate of at least 98%. Prices are in pounds as of 18 October and rounded; on AliExpress they change almost daily, especially ahead of the 11.11 sale. Specifications come from seller descriptions, so before buying check that your chosen variant fits your handlebars, seatpost and valve type.
Lights: so people can see you
If you ride after sunset even occasionally, lights should be your first purchase. A red rear light is there so drivers notice you, and a front light so you can see a pothole or kerb. Rechargeable USB models are more convenient than old battery-powered lights: you can top them up from a power bank or a laptop.
1. ROCKBROS rear light
ROCKBROS is one of the best-known cycling brands on AliExpress, and this rear light is one of its best sellers, with more than 18,000 purchases. The body is rated IPX6, so rain and spray from the wheel are no problem. The battery is built in and charges over USB-C. The seller calls the light smart, so check the listing for the exact features of your chosen variant.
Price on 18 October: £6.29
Sold: 18240+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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2. Front and rear light set
If you want to sort out lighting in one go on a budget, a two-light set costs around £3.38. Both lights are rechargeable. It is a solution for the city and evening rides on lit streets; for night rides through the woods you will want a separate powerful headlight with its brightness stated in lumens.
Price on 18 October: £3.38
Sold: 17971+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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A bell people can hear
A mechanical bell is often useless on a cycle path full of pedestrians wearing headphones. That is why electronic bells have become one of the most popular cycling accessories.
3. Electronic bicycle bell
The best seller in this roundup, with more than 24,000 purchases. The bell is waterproof and runs on a battery or over USB, depending on the variant you pick. The seller says it also fits children’s scooters, so one purchase could cover the whole family.
Price on 18 October: £2.29
Sold: 24493+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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Your phone on the handlebars
Navigation, music, a call from a courier: a phone on the handlebars has long been normal. What matters is that the holder does not let go of it at the first bump.
4. 360° rotating phone holder
A universal holder with an adjustable clamp and non-slip supports. The phone can be rotated through 360° so you can view the map in portrait or landscape. It suits a bicycle, motorbike or scooter. Before buying, check the handlebar diameter and your phone’s size against the description.
Price on 18 October: £2.59
Sold: 11292+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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Repairs on the road
A puncture always happens at the worst moment. The minimum kit worth carrying is a spare inner tube or patches, tyre levers, a mini pump and a small multitool. All of it fits into a compact saddle bag.
5. WEST BIKING Mini saddle bag
WEST BIKING is another popular cycling brand on AliExpress. This mini bag attaches under the saddle with a self-locking mount, so it is easy to take off when you leave the bike parked. Tools and a spare inner tube fit inside. It suits mountain and road bikes.
Price on 18 October: £7.99
Sold: 8777+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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6. WEST BIKING 100 PSI mini pump
A hand pump made of aluminium alloy, with pressure up to 100 PSI. It works with Schrader valves, like on a car, and Presta, the thin bicycle type, so it suits both mountain and road bikes. The pump is small and can be mounted on the frame next to the bottle cage.
Price on 18 October: £3.42
Sold: 10840+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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For those counting kilometres
A phone can record tracks, but it drains quickly and is hard to read in sunlight. A dedicated bike computer solves both problems and is the next step for people who ride regularly.
7. GEOID CC700 GPS bike computer
The most expensive item in the roundup, but also the most serious. The GEOID CC700 has a 2.8-inch colour screen, GPS, route navigation and a speedometer, plus Bluetooth (BLE), Wi-Fi and ANT for connecting sensors. The body is waterproof. The model has more than 14,000 recent sales, which is a lot for a bike computer.
Price on 18 October: £67.99
Sold: 14461+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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What to buy first
If your budget is tight, start with lights and a pump: these are about safety and getting home. The light set and the mini pump together cost under £7. After that, add what you like: a bell for the city, a bag so you do not carry tools in your pockets, a holder for navigation. Buy the bike computer once you know for sure that you will ride long distances regularly and want to track your stats.
One practical tip: before ordering, check which variants are in the product listing. Many sellers offer several kits, colours and mounts under one link, and the price on our card is for the cheapest of them.