
10 Things To Think About
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Buying an adventure bike About to part with a big chunk of legal tender for a bike? Here’s 10 things which should figure in the purchasing decision.
Budget
The amount available to spend will probably be the biggest factor in most riders deciding which bike they’ll buy.
If it’s to be a new bike, make sure to check up on warranty time and service costs. Some brands will only honour a warranty if the bike is serviced by an authorised dealer using OEM parts, and that can be frighteningly expensive. Voiding the warranty by using aftermarket parts or an unauthorised workshop can be even scarier expense-wise.