I find this to be sooooo NOT the case! The BD bikes have proven to be rebadged (insert name here). So the difference is in the paint and decals...I cracked my Scott CR1 sl frame and picked up a Cheapo Motobecane Champion SL frame from Bike island. It rides VERY well for an aluminum frame! I was very surprised by the ride quality and build quality. In my opinion there is NOTHING wrong with BD or the brands they sell. I know...I'm a shill...so be it. My old Ferraroli frame will get a new steel fork and soon I'll be on that again...until then I'm rockin' the Moto 'B'. Say what you will.