Agree that longer warranties don't make sense, for any material, for manufacturer's defects, but I think more realistic warranties that are transferable do. It should create confidence in the used market to rapidly evolving tech (e-bikes) being flipped regularly and create some value for more mature people-powered machines that just aren't evolving at the same rate.
Interesting re. Specialized and Trek both (quietly) beat me to the punch. I was ignorant to both programs. But I'd be surprised if the next step wasn't to also have transferable warranties (against defects in manufacturing and materials) for motors, batteries, suspension and other big ticket items.
The variations in value below a grand are insane. I like some of the cheeky companies spec'ing freewheels instead of cassette hubs knowing that customers aren't going to notice.
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Nice profile picture - that was clearly made by someone with an abundance of artistic talent!
Feb. 25, 2022, 10:40 a.m. - Andrew Major
Agree that longer warranties don't make sense, for any material, for manufacturer's defects, but I think more realistic warranties that are transferable do. It should create confidence in the used market to rapidly evolving tech (e-bikes) being flipped regularly and create some value for more mature people-powered machines that just aren't evolving at the same rate. Interesting re. Specialized and Trek both (quietly) beat me to the punch. I was ignorant to both programs. But I'd be surprised if the next step wasn't to also have transferable warranties (against defects in manufacturing and materials) for motors, batteries, suspension and other big ticket items. The variations in value below a grand are insane. I like some of the cheeky companies spec'ing freewheels instead of cassette hubs knowing that customers aren't going to notice. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Nice profile picture - that was clearly made by someone with an abundance of artistic talent!