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Best kids bike accessories: baskets, bells, bags and more

Home » Buying Advice » Best kids bike accessories: baskets, bells, bags and more

Whether your child is just starting out or already pedalling confidently, kitting out their bike with some great bike accessories can make a big difference to how much they love cycling. From adding a fun bell so they can make lots of noise, to a Disney Princess basket, or a practical set of panniers for carrying their school bags: the best kids bike accessories can be functional as well as fun.

We understand that when it comes to cycling with kids, it can sometimes be a bit challenging to get them enthused about riding their bike. For some children, even the best kids bikes can take a bit of time to warm to, especially if the weather’s less than ideal or they’re just not feeling up to pedalling that day. Adding some exciting and colourful accessories can help them really fall in love with their bikes, while practical additions can make the school run easier for them, and you.

That’s why we’ve rounded up some of our favourite bike accessories for kids. We’ve split our recommendations into two key areas: practical accessories, which help make cycling easier, safer or more convenient, and fun accessories, which let kids express their personality and make their bikes more exciting.

Best bike accessories for kids: Looking down on a child's handlebars with a fun plushie accessory and bell

You’ll find a range of accessories in this guide, from bells, baskets and pannier bags, to streamers, spokey dokeys and handlebar plushies.

We’ve not included lights in this article, as they’re so important they deserve their own guide: check out our best bike lights for kids if you’re looking for safe and effective lighting options.

Looking for helmets?

We’ve got dedicated guides for those too: best kids bike helmets and best bike helmets for babies and toddlers.

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Practical accessories for cycling to school
Fun accessories to customise their bike
Buying guide: best kids bike accessories

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Practical accessories for kids' bikes

Not that practical accessories can’t also be fun, but in this section you’ll find items that are predominantly designed to make life easier, for kids and their grown-ups. These accessories are particularly useful for kids who cycle to school, go on longer family rides, or are beginning to develop independent riding habits.

Whether that’s carrying school bags in waterproof panniers, using a kickstand for easy parking, or adding mudguards to keep the road spray at bay, these are all the functional accessories we’d recommend for your child’s bike to keep their day-to-day cycling manageable.

Here’s our breakdown of the most useful practical accessories to consider for a child’s bike:

Bike baskets

Great for carrying snacks, school supplies or treasures found on the way home.

Basket and handlebar streamers set

Basket and handlebar streamers set available on eBay

Btwin Kids Bike Pannier

Btwin Kids Bike Pannier available at Decathlon

Btwin kids 9L metal bike basket

Btwin kids 9L metal bike basket available at Decathlon

woom POP Kids’ Bike Basket

woom POP Kids’ Bike Basket available from Little Bike Co

woom POP ONs Bike Basket Charms

woom POP ONs Bike Basket Charms available from Little Bike Co

Mudguards

Essential for wet weather riding and keeping school uniforms clean.

Btwin Rockrider Mountain Bike Mudguard Kit available at Decathlon

View the full range of Tredz mudguards

View the full range of woom mudguards

Bottles and bottle cages

Crucial for summer cycling, making it much easier to carry water and stay hydrated in hot weather.

Available at Decathlon:
Btwin Kids 350ml Bike Bottle
Kids handlebar bottle cage for 20 and 24 inch kids bikes

View full range of bottles and hydration at Little Pro

woom GLUG Stainless Bottle and Cage available at Cycle Stories

Kickstands

Handy for parking their bike upright at school or in the garage.

Available at Decathlon:
Btwin Balance bike kickstand 10-12 inch
Btwin kids bike kickstand 14 inch
Btwin kids bike kickstand 16 inch
Btwin kids bike kickstand 20 inch

Available at Cycle Stories:
woom LEGGIE Kickstand
Frog Bikes Direct Mount Kickstand

Pannier racks

Ideal for older kids with heavier loads, especially when paired with pannier bags.

Available at Decathlon:
Btwin pannier rack 20
Btwin pannier rack 24 and 26

View all kids bike racks on ebay

Bike bags and panniers

Attach securely and help avoid uncomfortable or unsafe backpack loads.

Btwin Bike and Balance Bike handlebar bag

Btwin Bike and Balance Bike handlebar bag available at Decathlon

Kids front bike bag

Kids front bike bag available at Decathlon

Kids Ride Shotgun hip pack

Kids Ride Shotgun hip pack available from Kids Ride Shotgun

Bells

A simple but important safety feature, helping your child alert others on shared paths.

Btwin First Bike Bell

Btwin First Bike Bell available at Decathlon

Btwin Kids Bike Horn Robot

Btwin Kids Bike Horn Robot available at Decathlon

Btwin Kids Bike Horn Unicorn

Btwin

Kids Bike Horn Unicorn available at Decathlon

Btwin Kids Bike Horn

Btwin Kids Bike Horn available at Decathlon

Elbow and knee pads

Useful protective clothing for their sensitive skin when they’re testing their limits on the bike.

Kids knee pads

Kids knee pads range at Little Pro

Kids elbow pads

Kids elbow pads range at Little Pro

Fun accessories for kids' bikes

One of the best things about kids and bikes? The chance to have a bit of fun with it! Adding colourful and fun accessories can make a bike feel truly theirs and encourage children to take pride in their ride. Whether they’re just starting out or want to stand out, fun bike accessories help build excitement and enthusiasm around cycling.

Here are some of our favourite fun bike accessories for children:

Handlebar plushies

A fun addition to their cockpit that transforms their bike into their favourite animal or creature.

Unicorn handlebar plushie

Unicorn handlebar plushie available from Micro Scooters

Dinosaur handlebar plushie

Dinosaur handlebar plushie available on eBay

Panda handlebar plushie

Panda handlebar plushie available on eBay

Disney accessories

If it's all about Elsa from Frozen or Mickey Mouse, but you want to avoid buying a cheap character bike that won't last, then you can use Disney accessories to make their good quality bike more exciting.

Spokey dokeys

Retro-style beads that rattle and spin as the wheels turn.

Multicoloured spokey dokeys available on eBay

Btwin kids’ bike plushie seat

Your little one can bring their teddy or doll along for the ride with this toy replica of a baby seat.

Btwin kids’ bike plushie seat available from Decathlon

Stickers

Easy to apply and change, allowing for custom looks.

Sticker Decals available from Micro Scooters

Btwin Fire Brigade Siren

Transform their bike into a police car or fire engine with these flashing sirens.

Btwin Fire Brigade Siren available from Decathlon

Buyers guide: best kids bike accessories

Which bike accessories your child wants and needs will always depend on how and where they ride.

For kids cycling to school, we recommend prioritising practical accessories like mudguards, a rack or basket, and a bell.

If they’re just starting out or riding short distances, you might want to keep things simple and fun!
It’s important to strike a balance between what will make their life on the bike easier and what they get excited about, especially if they’re not always the most enthusiastic when it comes to digging the bike out for a ride.
While mudguards will stop them getting wet from puddles, and panniers will make it easy to carry their belongings, will rainbow coloured spokey dokeys or a handlebar plushie light a fire in them and make them excited to get pedalling?

Are bike accessories universal or bike-specific?

Not all accessories fit all bikes, so be sure to check sizing and compatibility, especially for racks, mudguards and kickstands. Some products are designed specifically for smaller kids' frames, while others will be dependent on wheel size.

Mudguards will specify which wheel diameter they’re compatible with. If you’re not sure which wheel size your child’s bike has, you can measure the diameter in inches, or check for the size written on the wall of their tyres.

Can I install these accessories myself?

Many kids bike accessories are easy to fit at home with basic tools, though some (like pannier racks) might require an adult’s help or a visit to your local bike shop. We’ll let you know where each product needs a bit more installation know-how.

Will accessories make the bike heavier?

Most accessories are lightweight, like spokey dokeys and windmills, but some are a lot more substantial, like pannier racks. Plus, adding several at once can make a big difference to the overall weight of the bike, which in turn can translate into a change in how easy it is to manoeuvre, especially for younger or less confident riders.

Generally though, the accessories we recommend are designed for kids to use on their bikes and won’t be so cumbersome that your little one won’t be able to continue riding. We’re listing accessories that we think will make your child love their bike even more, not less.

Are accessories safe for younger children?

Most are, but always check the manufacturer’s recommended age and make sure nothing interferes with safe pedalling or steering.