Mine cyclocomputer only goes up to 9,999 miles. The 9,999 number has rolled over so many times, I've lost count of how many actual miles I've gone. All I know is that I've gone through many sets of tires and inner tubes; several sets of brake pads; heck, even wore out several saddles...

Oops. I did the math backwards. I hope I didn't start everyone doing it backwards. The bike I thought was operating at less than a cent is really just over $ .10 (ten cents.) For a mile. Sorry.

14000 miles on my current bike in 2 years. Paid $700 for it and figure on $300 in parts for maintenance. I figure that is 7 cents a mile. Not too bad I figure.

I also have an old Mountain bike which probably has around 6000 miles on it and I paid $400 for it with probably 200 in maintenance for 10 cents a mile. It recently has started wearing out parts and has worn out a hub.

I have maintained the roadbike a lot better so I think that is why the parts seem to last a lot longer on it at this point. Plus the mtn bike had a tough life when I used it as my commuter as it saw many a snow storm and winter journey.

Very interesting thread indeed! Great reading.

19 year old bike: $400
upgrades and maintenance for 19 years: $700 (best guess)
total miles ridden: who knows? I zero the odo Jan 1 each year. 3k last year.
cost per mile: who cares??
enjoyment per mile: PRICELESS

I tend to be meticulous with bicycle maintenance. It's cheaper than replacing parts and I enjoy it. This winter is testing my resolve though. Lots of snow, wet, and salt have led to weekly cleanings.

Wonder what it would be like to winter in San Diego. . . . .