Bike Parts & Accessories: warranties compared

6 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.

The short version

2 of 6 brands cover bike parts & accessories in full for one year or less. Kryptonite covers everything for life. 1 brand keeps some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 2 keep something covered for life.

Every brand, side by side

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
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#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1Kryptonite70 / 100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
2Bontrager45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Carbon-rim wheels; Parts and accessories
3Hammerhead32 / 100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
4Tacx32 / 100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
5Topeak32 / 100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
6Garmin21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage

From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties

The fine print, decoded

What these warranties often leave out

  • Water damage4 of 6 brands
  • Normal wear and tear3 of 6 brands
  • Accidental breaks and misuse2 of 6 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks2 of 6 brands
  • Batteries1 of 6 brands
  • Cracks1 of 6 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for bike parts & accessories.

  1. evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
  2. BackcountryOversized and freight items (bikes, kayaks, surfboards, car racks, indoor bikes)90 days from delivery
  3. BJ's Wholesale ClubE-bikes and e-scooters90 days
  4. REIMost items90 days
  5. WalmartMost items90 days
  6. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
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  1. Bass Pro ShopsSome bikes60 days
  2. Cabela'sBikes60 days
  3. Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesBikes and other oversized items30 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for bike parts & accessories where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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Questions shoppers ask

Which brand of bike parts & accessories has the best warranty?

On paper, Kryptonite scores highest, with lifetime of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on bike parts & accessories really that long?

Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.

Do I need to register to get the warranty?

1 of 6 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.

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