I agree -- ease of maintenance only matters when one actually has to do it. That said, since I don't expect to switch bikes any time soon (unless I have to warranty a frame etc), I have to consider both, especially because I ride year-round and the weather tends to suck most of that time, too.
I like being prepared for eventualities :)
March 10, 2020, 8:50 a.m. - twk
I agree -- ease of maintenance only matters when one actually has to do it. That said, since I don't expect to switch bikes any time soon (unless I have to warranty a frame etc), I have to consider both, especially because I ride year-round and the weather tends to suck most of that time, too. I like being prepared for eventualities :)