Originally Posted by
pawpaw
i think no matter what bike i buy, there will be something that i would want to upgrade or replace.
+1
I've learned my lesson a few times over. Now I assume that if I'm buying a new bike I should budget $100-$200 for pedals, a saddle, and possibly new handlebars. I prefer clipless, so I'm stuck with that expense as a minimum.
Any spare parts go into the bin and are tend to be used on beater bikes I've put together for friends.
I don't own a BD bike myself, but I figure a lot of people are buying them to get into cycling or as a first bike after a long time away. A few upgrades should be considered entirely normal since it can take a good number of miles and a bit of experimentation to find the right saddle, or to fine tune the handlebar position with the right stem, etc. Getting a bike set up right, either at home or at a shop, should just be considered part of the cost of ownership.