Originally Posted by
HGR3inOK
Warranty terms are (theoretically) market driven. Also, keep in mind that, in the bicycle industry, a "lifetime warranty" on a frame usually means "for the useful life" of the frame --- not "forever". Most bicycle warranties are not transferrable to subsequent owners, and a "lifetime warranty" is pretty much worthless if the entity making the warranty no longer exists.
-HANK RYAN-
Norman, Oklahoma USA
BF and Brompton have both been around for many many years so a lifetime warranty is not worthless if you buy a bike from a reputable company. Transferrability might matter to some, but if you buy a bike in the price-range of BF or Brompton, you probably already know what you want and what works for you. Dahon has a 5 year warranty - I expect more from Brompton at 2-3 times the price - but I guess Brompton buyers don't.