LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ON BICYCLES AND FRAMESETS
Kuota Cycles warrants to the original owner that each new Kuota bicycle or frameset is free of defective materials and workmanship. This warranty is valid for the lifetime of the original owner, but is subject to the following limitations, terms and conditions.
The lifetime limited warranty is conditional upon the bicycle being operated under normal conditions and use.
This lifetime limited warranty does not apply to paint/finish, any Kuota components considered subject to normal wear and tear, or any third-party components attached to the bicycle or frameset. This includes but is not limited to wheels, drivetrain, brakes, or any suspension related parts or components.
A: Warranty Period:
The warranty is for the first registrant only and is not transferable
(1) Frame/Fork-- With the proof of purchase, KUOTA grants a warranty period of five-years beginning on the date of purchase
(2) Handlebar / Stem / Seatpost/Saddle-- With the proof of purchase, KUOTA grants a warranty period of one-year beginning on the date of purchase
(3) Wheelsets-- With the proof of purchase, KUOTA grants a warranty period of two-years beginning on the date of purchase
(4) This lifetime limited warranty does not apply to paint/finish
(5) Any components considered subject to normal wear and tear are covered under a limited one-year warranty
The proof of purchase must state the date of purchase, product name, amount paid If the proof of purchase is damaged or lost, warranty cannot be granted. To protect your rights, please keep your receipt or proof of purchase (must state the date of purchase, product name, amount paid). If you have lost any of the documents above, please ask the original place of purchase for assistance. Otherwise, your product will be considered out of warranty
B: Additional Conditions:
This lifetime limited warranty is made solely to the original owner of this new Kuota bicycle or frameset, and shall remain in force only as long as the original owner retains ownership of the Kuota bicycle. Kuota’s lifetime limited warranty is not transferable.
In order to exercise your rights under this lifetime limited warranty, the bicycle or frameset must be presented to Kuota or an authorized Kuota dealer, together with a receipt, bill of sale, or other appropriate written proof of purchase that identifies the bicycle or frameset by serial number.
Exclusions & Limitations
The above warranty, or any implied warranty, does not cover:
l Modifications from the original condition except such modifications which are necessary to comply with specific national legislative requirements that may apply in the country of use.
l Normal wear and tear.
l Use of the bicycle for abnormal and/or commercial activities, or for purposes other than those for which the bicycle was designed.
l Damage caused by failure to follow the instruction manual.
l Paint finish and decal damage resulting from normal wear and tear, taking part in competition, jumping, downhill and/or training for any such events or as a result of exposing the bicycle to, or riding the bicycle in, severe conditions or climates.
l Labour and/or transport charges for full or part replacement, repair, return or changeover.
l Accident, neglect, improper handling, abuse or willful damage, misuse, improper assembly, and use of devices or components not originally intended for, or not compatible with the bicycle.
l Any specification provided by you. Remedy: Unless otherwise provided, the sole remedy under the above Kuota warranty, or any implied warranty, is limited to repair or replacement of defective parts with those of equal or greater value at the sole discretion of Kuota.
l Except for this remedy Kuota will not be responsible for any direct, incidental or consequential loss or damages, including, without limitation, loss or damages for personal injury, property damage or economic losses, whether based on contract, warranty, negligence, product liability or any other theory.
Nothing in this limited warranty will exclude or limit Kuota’s liability for death or personal injury caused by Kuota’s negligence or any other liability which cannot be excluded or limited by law. Unless you are a consumer, Kuota makes no other warranties, express or implied and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability, reasonable care, and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby disclaimed.