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This might help https://bicycletutor.com/

xiaoxiaoheart

Without a purchase receipt, I hope you still get warranty on your bike.. It's good deal though!

HGR3inOK

I don't think you can get a warranty from Dahon. The Dahon warranty "applies only to the original owner and is not transferable." You are purchasing the bike from the original owner. Keep in mind that you are getting a "new" bike at a "used" price. I would pay an authorized Dahon dealer to assemble the bike. That assembly should include adjusting the brakes and gears and truing the wheels, if necessary. They should let you know if they find any obvious issues with the frame, fork or handlepost. FWIW, I purchased my 2008 Speed P8 used with no warranty (and no regrets).
-HANK RYAN-
Norman, Oklahoma USA

vmaniqui

so you're getting it after all. did the first buyer backed out ? good luck and hope it turns out ok for you. post pics as soon as you have it. hmmm what if you tell dahon that you've won it from a raffle ??

rockjamesroll

I sent an email to dahon asking about warranty and I hope to get a response from them soon. I do not get the bike til Sunday. If I have it assembled and checked by my local bike shop like some suggest + the cost of the bike, I am only saving $100 from buying it assembled online (with warranty) so I wish to get a reply from Dahon if I am going to get warranty before I push through with the craigslist transaction. I did tell them I them it was won in a raffle. Thanks - I will post pictures as soon as I have it assembled.

HGR3inOK

Dahon warranty information is at:
https://www.dahon.com/support/how-reg...ty-information
Please note that the warranty is to the original owner with a purchase receipt from an authorized Dahon dealer, and the warranty is not transferable. IMHO, in the situation being discussed, the seller & buyer should negotiate a price based on the fact that the "prize" Dahon does not meet the requirements for a warranty from Dahon to the buyer.
-HANK RYAN-
Norman, Oklahoma USA

rockjamesroll

I just talked to a local Dahon dealer and he said that I can take it to him and he gives me a receipt for the assembly, tune-up, etc. and then I can register it online (he claims he can't do it) and that I can put in "raffle" as the place where I purchased it from. He says once I register it, I do not need a receipt for warranty claims as the registration replaces the receipt. I am hoping this is accurate. What do you guys think?

I also talked to Thor and he gave me a good price for a brand new one that he can ship already assembled. It is around $100 more than I am spending on the craigslist bike plus the cost of dealer assembly. Thor said the craigslist bike is a great value and I am buying the Dahon for the quality and not the warranty. Just thinking warranty is good for the peace of mind.

HGR3inOK

As usual, I agree with Thor.

rockjamesroll

I have another n00b question - my LBS sells the Speed P8 a little more expensive ($40 more than the best price I could get shipped to me assembled from another city) but they do offer free tune-ups for life. Do you guys know if this is worth the extra money? How much do you guys usually pay for tune-ups and how often do you do it? Do you guys know if there is a catch to the usual "free tune ups for life" that comes with the bike when bought from a LBS (maybe just limited tune ups, etc)? I have been calling my LBS about bikes, prices, etc. and felt like they are getting a little annoyed so if anyone can shed some light, would appreciate it. Thanks!

vmaniqui

it really depends on the way you used/abused your bike. for normal riding on normal condition you might not need frequent tune ups. and trust me, google and youtube will be your bestfriend when it comes to fixing bikes. you will be able to learn how to fix bike in no time. if you're really serious about working on your bikes, you should invest in a good bike tools. that's all you need. i try to stay away from this free tune ups program. as much as possible i always try to fix my bikes. if there is something i don't know about, i just google or youtube it. my recommendation - as what thor said - that P8 is a good deal. you get a used price for brand new bike. and if you're still having second thoughts, order it from thor. you'll get a free lifetime support....

jur

About tune-ups, it is worth learning how to do the things for yourself. For example, brake and gear shift adjustments ought to be routine, and at sheldonbrown.com or parktool.com you can get all the necessary info for such things. More complicated items such as cable replacements are also relatively simple.

So, tune-ups may sound appealing but do not really amount to much compared to knowledge you can gain for yourself.

macnolias

Saturday is here... plus you'd be saving a total of $200 if you assembled it yourself thus saving 1/3 of the price.

rockjamesroll

As always, thank you guys for your advice and opinion. I am pushing through with the craigslist transaction. I am tempted to assemble it myself (especially as I can have the help of my friend in assembling) and thus saving money but still on the fence if I 'd want to do that or have a dealer assemble it as I have talked to a couple of dealers here who claims that I can still register it for warranty without a purchase receipt as long as I have a proof that a dealer did the initial assembly adjustments etc. and register it online. Has any of you ever done a warranty claim for your Dahon? If so, did you have to show your purchase receipt before the shop took the bike in to repair it? Thanks again!!!

rockjamesroll

Hey guys, really appreciate the help. To those who sent me a private message, apologies if I have not been responding as apparently, I need a minimum of 50 posts under my belt before I could send a private message. If you could PM me your email address, I would very much like to respond to your message. Thanks!

vmaniqui

did you get the bike yet ?

rockjamesroll

Sorry it was a busy weekend but yes, I got it for $400 (since no warranty is included) from the owner yesterday.

Here's a picture of the bike in the box.



Excited to get it assembled this week! Will post another set of pics once I put it together.

vmaniqui

it sure is brand new in the box. you've got a good deal in there. if i was near that area i could have grab that bike myself. it's now getting so exciting....CONGRATS... don't worry about the warranty part, you did so well with that purchase. can't beat a $250+ discount for a brand spanking new bike.

xiaoxiaoheart

Your bike looks good! Now I am tempted to get a Speed P8.. Hope I get a good deal for it. Post pictures of your assembled bike as well

Jiten

Congratulations on the new folder. I'd be interested to know how it works out for you, so keep us updated.

rockjamesroll

Great find on Craigslist! Couldn't have found it without you! Thanks!

rockjamesroll

Thanks guys. Will keep all of you posted!

brakemeister

cool.
Hope all goes well and you get to ride your new bike soon.
Looks like you got a good deal.
Send us some pics of your adventures and if you need a answer for some Dahon questions or parts and accessories for the bike, dont hesitate
Thor

vmaniqui

not a problem mate. glad it turned out ok for you and am willing to help a fellow folder member anytime.

rockjamesroll

Hey guys,

Sorry it took me a while to post some photos as I was ridiculously busy with work but here is one photo when the bike is folded. I will post more pics soon!

rockjamesroll

Thanks, Thor. I really appreciate your advice. I will definitely keep you in mind when it comes to Dahon parts and accessories.