Is cheaper always better?
Is cheaper always better?
When it comes to bike parts I used to think the best price was always the way to go, however over time I have learned otherwise. Sometimes the least expensive item is that way for a reason. It is cheap and not well put together or thought out.
So, what do you think? Negative Nancy's need not apply.
So, what do you think? Negative Nancy's need not apply.
Road Master
Joined: Jan 2009
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From: Houston, TX
I try to buy the best quality whatever-it-is but price is not necessarily an indicator of quality. Usually you get what you pay for, but not always.
I heard somewhere you should never buy the cheapest or the most expensive whatever-it-is because neither one is worth the money.
I heard somewhere you should never buy the cheapest or the most expensive whatever-it-is because neither one is worth the money.
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2009
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From: New Mexico
I have bought the cheapest and I have bought everything in between all the way up to HD and will always buy HD if it is available if not try to buy from one of the big book store like JP at least they have a good return policy.
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Worth, Illinois
You do get what you paid for, but of course with a hugh markup on these item of bling that we oh so covet. I do plenty of research on HD'S website and find parts I want, then search around to find it at a lower then resale price.
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From: Japan
I have found that in MOST cases, you get what you pay for. But here in Japan, where I live, some things are so ridiculously high-priced as to defy all logic. Have you ever seen a leather jacket for $7k? You can here. Ever pay $1,200 to replace the front fender of your bike. I almost did, until I learned I could import it myself for $475+S&H. I now order most of my bike accessories from the U.S.
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Road Warrior
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I have found that in MOST cases, you get what you pay for. But here in Japan, where I live, some things are so ridiculously high-priced as to defy all logic. Have you ever seen a leather jacket for $7k? You can here. Ever pay $1,200 to replace the front fender of your bike. I almost did, until I learned I could import it myself for $475+S&H. I now order most of my bike accessories from the U.S.
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