Five AliExpress Cycling Upgrades You Should Actually Try
Tom Bowers Cycling
November 27, 2025
AliExpress is home to some great cycling bargains, If you know where to look. In this video I look at 5 incredible AliExpress cycling bargains tell you all about them. Enjoy!
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Bearing Press Kit https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c43cw5W1
Di2 Buttons https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3nuSKBf
Speedao Cassette https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3fvR6CD
ZRace Brakes https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4diAr9X
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:42 Di2 Hoods buttons
2:38 Bearing Press Set
4:40 RideNow Saddle Bag
6:39 Ultralight All Steel Cassette
8:21 ZRace XG Brakes
10:41 Up Next Teaser...
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Parts Mentioned
Sunshine Savings/Seasonal Savings
OtherShifter Lever Spacer for UT R8170 DA R9270 Di2 Road Bike - Shifting Play Reducer Button Gasket Replacement Repair Accessory
Created: November 28, 2025The reviewer discusses a set of tiny plastic inserts that go under Di2 shifter buttons, made by the brand Risk. They state these inserts make pressing the Di2 buttons significantly easier, especially when wearing gloves or during intense race situations.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Makes pressing Di2 buttons much easier
- Super tactile and easy to click
- Works well even with gloves on
- Increases the surface area for pushing
- Simple feature that is highly effective
Cons
- Quite expensive for the tiny amount of plastic
Creator Links
Shifter Lever Spacer for UT R8170 DA R9270 Di2 Road Bike - Shifting Play Reducer Button Gasket Replacement Repair Accessory
ToolsBicycle Bearings Extractor Installation Tool Wheels/Hub Bearings Press Set BB Soft Tail Frame Press Bike Tool Bicycle Accessory
Created: September 12, 2024The reviewer discusses a wheel bearing press set purchased from AliExpress that they have been using for several months. They mention using it to change bearings on their hill climb bike and are impressed with its quality and value.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Comes in a nice carry case
- Has a huge assortment of different labeled bearing presses
- Threaded rod spins nice and freely
- Really nicely well made
- Great value for the price (about 25 quid)
- Makes pressing bearings into wheelsets easy
- Has every adapter needed
MyBikeParts
Bicycle Bearings Extractor Installation Tool Wheels/Hub Bearings Press Set BB Soft Tail Frame Press Bike Tool Bicycle Accessory
CassetteUltralight SPEDAO SLR2 Road Cassette 11 Speed 11-25/28/32/34T Bicycle Freewheel CNC K7 11V HG Sprocket For R9100 Bike Parts
Created: June 23, 2025The reviewer states that the SPEDAO SLR2 cassette on their hill climb bike has been 'absolutely brilliant'. They praise its light weight, shift quality, and durability, especially under the demanding conditions of hill climb racing.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Weighs about 180 grams, comparable to a Dura-Ace cassette
- Excellent shift quality, on par with Shimano 105 and Ultegra
- Durable, with teeth in 'really good working order' after extensive use in hill climbs
- Good value for money at around £40
- Available in a range of sizes
Creator Links
Ultraleichte spedao slr2 straÃen kassette 11 geschwindigkeit 11-25/28/32/34t fahrrad freilauf cnc k7 11v hg kettenrad für r9100 fahrrad teile - AliExpress 18
Disc-BrakesZRACE XG Flat Mount Caliper, Road Hydraulic Brake, ICE-TECH Pads, BMX Raceing, Full CNC Lightweight
Created: September 12, 2025The reviewer provides a detailed positive review of the ZRACE XG two-piston brake calipers, highlighting their lightweight construction, excellent performance, good value, and attractive color options.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Really lightweight (113g per caliper)
- Performs amazingly
- Great value for price (£40-45)
- Comes with many accessories (hoses, barbs, olives, mounting hardware)
- Available in attractive colors
- Uses standard Shimano flat mount system
- Fully CNC milled from one piece of aluminum
Cons
- Probably not beating Dura Ace calipers
Where to Buy
ZRACE XG Flat Mount Bremssattel, hydraulische StraÃenbremse, ICE-TECH-Pads, BMX-Rennen, vollständig CNC-Leichtgewicht - AliExpress 18