Your connection to the bike starts with your hands, so it’s essential to equip your cockpit with the right grips and bar tape. Whether you're tearing down a mountain trail, gliding through city streets, or logging kilometres on smooth tarmac, these small but crucial components can make a big difference in your riding experience.

At BikesOnline, we offer a wide selection of grips and bar tapes designed to enhance your comfort, control, and stability, tailored for everything from mountain bikes and road bikes to urban commuters and gravel grinders.

Grips: The Key to Confidence and Handling

Grips are a core part of any flat handlebar setup, typically found on MTB bikes, commuter bikes, and e-bikes. A good pair of grips can absorb trail chatter, reduce hand fatigue, and give you the sure-handed confidence you need on technical descents or bumpy commutes.

Key Features:

• Ergonomic shapes and textured patterns for better control and palm support.
• Materials like rubber, foam, or silicone are used for shock absorption and comfort.
• Lock-on grips for secure, slip-free performance on rugged terrain.
• Perfect when paired with elbow pads, knee pads, or flat shoes for all-day trail comfort.

For riders who love to explore downhill lines or freeride terrain, pairing your grips with upper body armour ensures you’re ready for anything the trail throws at you.

Bar Tapes: Road Comfort Redefined

Bar tapes are essential for drop-bar bikes like performance road bikes, gravel bikes, and cyclocross setups. Wrapping your bars in quality tape not only improves grip in wet or sweaty conditions—it also helps soak up vibrations from rough roads, giving you a smoother and more controlled ride.

Top Benefits:

• Available in materials like cork, synthetic leather, and multi-density foam.
• Comes in various thicknesses to suit your preference—go thicker for comfort, thinner for a direct bar feel.
• Often used alongside short-sleeved jerseys, cycling socks, and clip-in shoes for the full road-riding experience.
  
  

For extended rides, combine your bar tape setup with a lightweight multi-tool in your saddlebag or jersey pocket for quick adjustments on the go.

Choose What Suits Your Ride

Whether you’re outfitting your trail bike with rugged grips or refreshing your road setup with cushioned bar tape, BikesOnline has what you need. Our range supports a variety of disciplines, including riders looking to upgrade ex-demo bikes or customise their cockpit with new handlebars, stems, or seatposts.

Time to Refresh Your Ride

Like tyres and brake parts (including pads, rotors, and calipers), grips and bar tapes wear out over time. If you're noticing slipping, fraying, or reduced cushioning, it's time to replace them. A quick refresh can drastically improve your ride quality and safety.

Shop the Best Grips & Bar Tapes at BikesOnline Australia

Browse our range of grips and bar tapes today and enjoy fast shipping, top-tier brands, and expert support. Whether you're customising a high-performance setup or upgrading your daily commuter, BikesOnlineAU makes it easy to ride more comfortably—and more confidently.