Ensure the cables are correctly seated within their STI lever housing

There are many ways to begin the taping procedure. Some prefer to insert a short length of tape into the bar end

'Cheater strips' are applied to cover the clamp of an STI lever

Cutting a taper at the end of the handlebar tape will make it easier to conceal beneath the electrical tape applied to retain tension

Some bar end plugs are embossed with a logo. Make sure it's the right way up!