Typically, electrical tape is used to secure loose brake cables to the handlebars, then handlebar tape is wrapped around the entire handlebar, above the electrical tape, to create a cushion between the cyclist's hands and the handlebar.

The average handlebar tape kit will include at least two rolls of handlebar tape and at least two strips of electrical tape.

Peel off the old handlebar tape entirely.

After removing the old handlebar tape, the old electrical tape securing the brake cables will be revealed.

Remove the old electrical tape if it is not satisfactorily securing the brake cables.

Apply new electrical tape to secure the brake cables.