Whats the point of even calling electronic groupsets durable when they cant even withstand a few seasons of regular use without starting to malfunction? Ive seen guys who barely ride 500 miles a year and their Di2 or EPS systems are already on their third or fourth replacement. And dont even get me started on the prices of these things - youd think theyd last at least a decade without needing a rebuild or replacement. But no, its like the manufacturers are intentionally designing them to fail so they can sell more units.
So, I want to know: whats the real lifespan of these electronic groupsets? Are they really as fragile as they seem, or are there some secret tips and tricks to making them last longer than a few years? And dont give me any of that proper maintenance nonsense - Im talking about real-world use, not some idealized scenario where the bike is cleaned and serviced after every ride.
So, I want to know: whats the real lifespan of these electronic groupsets? Are they really as fragile as they seem, or are there some secret tips and tricks to making them last longer than a few years? And dont give me any of that proper maintenance nonsense - Im talking about real-world use, not some idealized scenario where the bike is cleaned and serviced after every ride.