I have had my current bike for 18 months and in that time ,3 sets of pads ,1 set of xt brakes ,a new saddle a new seat post ,2 cassetes 3 chains ,a frame ,new wheels 3 tyres,tubes grips ,cables ,rear mech – actually i will save time as the only stock parts are a stem and bar combo – Well FRICKEN done coonondale you built a wankin LEMON there ha ha ,but i love my NEW bike as its custom to the point of 10 xx