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The best ebike accessories to take your electric bike to the next level for 2021
Here’s the best ebike accessories you need to upgrade your ebike game.
Add convenience, safety, security, and comfort to your current ebike.
Check out the latest and greatest high tech electric bike extras that you didn’t even know you needed!
Whether you are taking a short ride in your community or trekking cross country, here are the top accessories for 2021.
Top 10 most popular ebike accessories for 2021
Waterproof phone mount storage bag
Super Bright Front and Rear Lights for visibility
Ebike Rear View Mirror for increased awareness
Anti Shake Bike Phone Mount with easy install
Strong lock to secure your ebike
Rear seat/saddle bag for storage
Shock absorbing Gel Seat Cover
The Best Ebike Accessories for Convenience
Extra Ebike Battery
Imagine the places you could go with an extra battery. Make the extra long commute to work or go another 30 miles while exploring.
Rechargeable lithium ion batteries ebike batteries will decrease in performance with usage over time.
With a new ornextra ebike battery you will be less stressed about running out of juice! Say no to battery drainage anxiety and travel longer distances.
48 Volt Ebike Battery. We recently installed these batteries on ebikes. One of the bikes we installed a 13ah battery and the other was a 15ah battery. The difference between the two sizes in batteries can typically translate into a small increase in the top mph (1-2) and a couple miles extra distance while traveling in full electric mode.
48 Volt 17.5ah Panasonic Ebike Battery
The triangle 52 Volt Battery. A popular choice for long distance electric bike rides.
An extra battery will give you longer ranges on your journey. If you have any questions on battery selection for your ebike, drop us a comment at the bottom of this blog.
Battery Tester
Use a digital multimeter to ensure your ebike battery is supplying the correct voltage. This tool is a must have for anyone working on any DIY ebike projects. This is the multimeter we use to test ebike batteries.
If your ebike is equipped with a hub motor over 500Watt you can install a torque arm to help prevent the bike wheel from flying off. Learn more about the torque arm here.
Back Rack
A rear rack is the best ebike accessory transporting goods or storing a battery. Many racks will support over 100 lbs! A rear ebike rack is easy to install and comes with tools and instructions.
We have installed this top rack to store a 48v13ah battery on the back of 1000watt ebike conversion.
Here is another popular choice of a sturdy back rack.
Battery/Accessory Rack Bags
Store your best ebike accessories or battery in a rear rack bag. Many of the bag options are waterproof and can easily be hooked to a rear rack without using tools. These bags are available in a variety of sizes.
We use this bag to store the 48v13ah battery and ebike controller.
This larger ebike bag has several pockets and can be unfolded when you need more capacity. Many of these bags are easily removed and can be used as a messenger bag.
This stylish reflective bag also has a water bottle holder.
This top of the line pannier bike bag is available in a variety of sizes and with dual storage capabilities, can help you transport a lot of equipment. 
Front Mount Bags
This is a popular front bike bag that displays a large phone and has storage for your best ebike accessories.
Water Bottles/Hydropack
Stay hydrated on your ride with a variety of water bottle and bike hydration pack options
If you have the space for a regular bike mounted water bottle, these insulated BPA free bottles are a popular choice among bike and ebike riders.
If you don’t have the space for a regular water bottle on your ebike, a bike hydration pack can carry plenty of water and most styles usually have room for some of your best ebike accessories. This comfortable and stylish bike hydration pack can hold 2.5 liters.
Best Ebike Accessories for Safety
It’s important to be prepared for all safety scenarios while riding an ebike.
These accessories can help you gain visibility among traffic and put you on offense against the dangers of riding an electric bike. Quickly gain confidence in your travels with these safety accessories.
Some commercial ebikes are already equipped with accessories. Here are some budget friendly ebikes that provide a run electric ride.
Front and Rear Bike Lights
See and be seen among all types of traffic with rechargeable bike lights. Lights are required by law when riding at night in several places.
Use daytime running lights while riding ebikes to visually inform others that you are near. The earlier traffic sees you, the sooner a decision can be made how to best avoid your path.
Both of these LED headlights and taillights use a tool-less quick release mount for installation. These USB rechargeable bike lights can be operated as flashing strobes or as regular lights.
We installed these top lights on an ebike and they provide extra safety while riding.
Bike Spoke Lights
These cool wheel lights can flash in 30 different patters and and can add an extra level of visual safety on your bike.
These fun lights have an auto mode which turns on the lights when the bike moves. Interesting and colorful light patterns are controlled by the speed of the rider.
These are perfect electric bike gifts.
Reach 18 mph and you will see some awesome designs!
Rear View Mirrors
Bike rear view mirrors are an easy way to visually see traffic behind you without the need to awkwardly turn around. Mirrors are a great safety feature that are popular among many ebike riders.
We recently installed these mirrors on a DIY Ebike. You can quickly secure the mirror snugly to the bike in a variety of positions most comfortable to the rider.
These mirrors are available for the left and right side of the handlebars.
Some riders prefer the circle style bike mirrors.
Reflectors
You want to make sure that you bike is equipped with several reflectors so that you remain visible with riding your ebike. A common theme in ebike safety. Popular choices for ebike reflectors are:
- Colorful Spoke Reflectors– Go on the several spokes of wheel
- Common Wheel Reflectors– Found on most stock bikes and ebikes
- Front and Back Reflectors– Be seen by vehicle lights
- Decals and Tape– Apply to any part of your outfit or bike
- Arm and Leg Bands– To be worn while riding
- Vests- To be worn over shirt
- LED and Reflective- This vest provides both LED light and reflective features.
Cool LED and reflective vest! Reminds us of the movie TRON.
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Ebike Bells and Horns
Be seen and HEARD with a bell or horn for your electric bike. Give traffic an audible warning of your approach. Here is a tiny, yet effective bell that we installed on an ebike.
If you’re seeking a device that produces a bit more punch, check out these rechargeable horns with whistle, horn, alarm, and tram sounds. These LOUD horns can reach sounds as loud as120 db.
Helmets
This best ebike accessories article wouldn’t be complete if we didn’t mention the importance of bike helmets. Protect your brain with these helmet options.
- Schwinn Thrasher– Lightweight helmet available in several colors
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- Base Camp Bike Helmet– Urban scooter helmet with built in light
- Giro Agilis– Adult road cycling helmet
Emergency Bike Safety Kit
It’s best ebike practice to be prepared for any scenario. If you’re riding alone it’s up to you to have these items in your emergency kit. If you’re with a group, having these items might make you the hero of the day.
-First Aid Kit
Having all the first aid items gathered ahead of time in a first aid kit will help you handle unexpected moments. We prefer this small lightweight kit with 100 pieces of essential supplies.
First aid kits also come in bags that universally attach to the saddle of most adult road and mountain bikes .
– Small Ebike Maintenance Kit
You hope it never happens, but if you ride often enough your bike may break a chain or get a flat tire.
How do I fix a flat bike tire? check out this blog and video.
Here is the equipment you need to be prepared for a flat tire:
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- Replacement bike tubes in your size. Find the size of the tube needed on the rubber treadwall of the bike tire.
- Tire Levers– To pry the rubber tread from the rim of the tire
- Mini Bike Pump– This small pump will refill your tires.
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- Digital Tire Gauge – Necessary to fill your tires to the correct Pounds Per Square Inch.
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We recently used this tire gauge and pump in our How to fill up bike tires blog
These are the necessary tools for repairing a flat tire. Make sure to check if your bike requires any additional tools to remove the tires.
We also recommend a floor pump for inflating tires quicker at home. Tires can be inflated in seconds rather than minutes when using a floor pump over a mini pump.
Chain Repair Kit-
Bike and ebike chains can break, and of course it’s when you least expect it.
Be prepared with a chain repair kit. The kit is small and could save the day when a break occurs.
This is the kit we used in our “how to change a bike chain video and blog. “
Kick Stand
If your bike isn’t equipped with a kick stand, this is a terrific stand capable of supporting a heavy ebike. Use a stand to properly and safely rest your bike. We have installed these kickstands on several ebikes.
Hex Key Set
These Hex key tools are extremely handy when it comes to making adjustments and performing work on most bikes and ebikes. A variety of sizes are needed for different parts and accessories.
How do I protect my ebike? You’ve got an expensive bike, here are some great options for securing your electric bicycle.
The Best Ebike Accessories for Security
Bike Locks and Chains
Whether you are riding in a major metropolitan area, college campus, or suburbs, it’s important to protect your electric vehicle.
Here are a few options for securing your ebike.
**Read the product reviews to ensure a lock that will provide the level of security you are looking for.
This combination lock comes with a u lock and a security cable
This folding lock is one of the best light weight and portable locks on the market. It comes in a variety of colors.
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The Kryptonite New York FAHGETTABOUDIT lock is a heavy duty ebike lock.
Best electric bike accessories for comfort
Suspension Seatpost
Extra comfort in the seat means you’ll be able to ride longer and reduce jarring impacts on rough terrain. With a suspension seatpost you will Increase control as you reduce the effects of bumps, cracks, and dips.
STOP using your energy and body to absorb the impact of shocks, rather use a suspension seatpost! Here is the top of the line suspension seatpost.
Comfortable Gel Seat Covers
Add more padding on your bike seat by using an ergonomic gel seat cushion. Enjoy longer rides and explore new grounds with an easy to install comfortable seat cover.
This low cost solution can help reduce back pain and soreness and help you achieve your riding goals.
There are several sizes of gel seat covers. Here are two of the more popular sizes and styles. We use this top gel seat cover on a hub drive ebike.
Replacement Bike Seat
Quickly install a new comfortable bike seat with extra padding and spring suspension. A new soft padded and extra wide seat can spare you from aches and pains on your ride.
This ergonomic seat is easy to mount and can be used on a wide variety of ebike styles.
For extra saddle protection many riders also wear padded shorts as part of their riding attire.
Bike Gloves
Wearing bike gloves can minimize finger numbness and ease your palm fatigue. Relax your hands while maximizing grip with anti slip gloves.
Extra thick padding can dampen road vibration with a shock absorption effect.
Moisture-wicking mesh keeps your hands cool and dry.
These two styles of bike gloves are popular on amazon.
Sunglasses
Protect your eyes from the sun and flying debris. Wear sunglasses to shield your eyes from bugs, dust, dirt, rocks and whatever else comes flying at you.
There are numerous brands and prices when comes to selecting a pair of riding glasses. We recommend selecting glasses that are polarized and made for sports so that they stay secure to your face.
Face Mask
Protect your face and neck from the sun and flying debris. A balaclava face mask can provide an extra level of comfort and enjoyment while riding at quick speeds or sunny conditions.
If there are any best ebike accessories that you currently own that didn’t make our list, we’d love to hear about them. Leave us a message in the comments.
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