Biking is so much more than a fun activity for kids—it also offers a variety of physical benefits, from improved cardiovascular development to stamina, balance and coordination. It’s even known to boost concentration and reduce stress hormones. Whether you’re looking for safety gear for your first-time rider or some colourful streamers for a tween, these affordable kids’ bike accessories will set your little one(s) up for a safe and enjoyable ride on wheels.
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This helmet comes in a variety of colours and finishes, and has 21 vents to keep your kid’s head cool. Its easily adjusted Spin Action Fit system ensures head comfort, and it’s great for bike rides on both paved paths and rougher terrain.
Calling all Paw Patrollers! This helmet, designed for kids ages five to eight, features five heroic characters from the show and will help keep your mini hero safe during bike rides around the block.
This multi-sport helmet features an integrated wireless speaker in the back that will let kiddos keep their heads safe while listening to their favourite playlists or podcasts for up to three hours.
A must-have for every pint-sized Spidey fan, this set comes with protective knee and elbow pads that feature built-in skid guards, and the padded gloves will help keep hands scrape- and cut-free during tumbles.
What kid wouldn’t love gear that protects them from falls while making them look like a total pro? This ultra-comfortable set is great for a variety of sports and can easily be adjusted for a customized fit.
If Skye is your child’s Paw Patrol pup of choice, they’ll love this Adventure Bay-worthy set. The cute knee and elbow pads plus padded gloves will help protect them from inevitable skids and falls.
Quite possibly the cutest safety set ever, these protective gloves, knee and elbow pads will keep help keep your child scrape- and scratch-free while they bike, scooter or rollerblade around the neighbourhood.
This 1.5-pound steel cable bike lock is easy to tote around since they can wrap it under their bike seat. It also comes with two keys and a complimentary standard key replacement feature should your child lose one (or both!).
When the goal is to ensure that your child’s bike stays put, this shackle lock won’t disappoint. Featuring a steel cable that’s four feet long and 12 mm thick, this heavy-duty model comes with a mounting bracket, dust cover, batteries and two keys.
With a 120-lumen headlight and 20-lumen taillight, this weatherproof set of bike lights delivers 360-degree visibility to help ensure your child can be seen day and night. The lights fit on most handlebars and seat posts, and installation hardware is included.
The 95-lumen headlight and 30-lumen taillight in this set can easily be charged via USB (so you don’t have to replace any batteries). Your kid will appreciate the eight different modes that offer great visibility no matter the time of day.
Who doesn’t love a bugle bike horn? This sleek retro-looking one features two different horn tones, plus it has a weather-resistant finish and its rubber shim won’t scratch the bike’s paintjob.
They’ll be ready to roll with this bike bell, designed for kids three and older, that features the Paw Patrol shield and a cute paw-print button. It can easily be added to any tricycle, bicycle or scooter, and its clear-sounding ring will help keep them safe.
Whether they can’t get enough of Belle, Cinderella or Snow White, all Disney Princess fans will love ringing this fairy-tale-worthy, custom-fitted bell while they ride. Bonus for parents: It’s easy to install.
Shatter-resistant and convex shaped, this wide-angle bike mirror enables young riders to increase their visibility while rear reflective tape ensures that they’re more likely to be seen by others.
Your kid can take the party on the go with this eye-grabbing accessory. With colour morphing and flashing modes, plus easily adjusted mounting brackets that fit almost any handlebar, it’s a must for any kitted-out ride!
While spoke lights are always an awesome idea, the features on these ones take them to the next level: Bright white and multi-coloured LED lights that fit most 12- to 28-inch bikes and are easy to install.
Help your child stay hydrated during long rides with this water bottle. It stays put while they cruise, plus it holds 22 ounces of water, is BPA-free and dishwasher safe, and is easily stowed and removed from its bottle cage.
This pink accessory pack will let little Disney fans show off their precious goods in the handlebar basket while stylish streamers dial up the bike’s fun factor.
They’ll be ready to ride off “into the unknown” with this easily attached handlebar basket and streamer combo that will give any bike, trike or scooter a Frozen 2-worthy upgrade.
A cool addition to any kids’ bike or trike, these textured and colourful spoke beads are a cinch to attach. Plus, they’re made from durable plastic and their protective coating ensures that they won’t fade easily.
Ideal for kids three and up, these colourful gem streamers will add a hefty dose of bling to your child’s bike. Even better: They’re easily attached and fit bikes of all sizes.
Two words: Attention grabber. This PVC windmill easily attaches to most tricycles, bikes and scooters, and is destined to make every bike ride an adventure.