Bikes & E-Bikes: warranties compared

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

The short version

25 of 26 brands cover bikes & E-bikes in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 2 years, from Strider. 25 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 16 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+

1Diamondback45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Rigid frame; Full-suspension front triangle; Swing arm, suspension parts, branded fork and components, paint; and more

2Electra45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame and rigid fork; Frame and fork (later owners); Parts, accessories, paint

3Firmstrong45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame and fork; Components and parts

4Giant45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame; Rigid fork; Downhill frame; and more

5HuffyVaries by model lineCheck your model's manual45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Steel frame and fork; Aluminum frame; Shock or aluminum fork; and more

6Hyper Bicycles45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame (listed models)

7Kent45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame; Other components

8Mongoose45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Steel frame; Aluminum or full-suspension frame; Other parts; and more

9Retrospec45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame and rigid fork; Third-party parts (drivetrain, brakes, suspension fork)

10Santa Cruz45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame and fork; Pivot bearings; Carbon handlebars; and more

11SchwinnVaries by model line45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame; Motor, battery and electronics; Other parts (non-wear); and more

12Trek45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame and fork; Carbon Bontrager wheels; Frame and fork (later owners); and more

13Aventon40 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame (registered); Frame; Motor, battery and electrical parts; and more

14Cannondale40 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame; Shock links; Lefty/Headshok fork; and more

15GT Bicycles40 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame and fork structure; Rear suspension parts; Frame (Category 5 bikes); and more

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

Normal wear and tear21 of 26 brands
Accidental breaks and misuse19 of 26 brands
Scratches, dents and looks8 of 26 brands
Batteries5 of 26 brands
Cracks3 of 26 brands
Fading2 of 26 brands

Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for bikes & E-bikes.

CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
Sam's ClubMost itemsNo fixed deadline
evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
BackcountryOversized and freight items (bikes, kayaks, surfboards, car racks, indoor bikes)90 days from delivery
BJ's Wholesale ClubE-bikes and e-scooters90 days
REIMost items90 days

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TargetMost items90 days
Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
Bass Pro ShopsSome bikes60 days
Cabela'sBikes60 days
WalmartElectric bicycles30 days
Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesElectric bicycles30 days
Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesBikes and other oversized items30 days
Play It Again SportsMost items7 days from delivery

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for bikes & E-bikes 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 bikes & E-bikes has the best warranty?

On paper, Diamondback scores highest, with no full coverage but some parts covered to lifetime. Strider covers everything longest, at 2 years.

Is a long warranty on bikes & E-bikes 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?

4 of 26 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.

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