Alright dude, Congratulations on the purchase, there brilliant bike, so so fast downhill, and climb very well to! I don't know what your going to be riding on yours, but i use mine for all day rides in the Peak District and freeride stuff also. Also on the maintenance front as long as you do general maintenance your bike will have no issues, just took mine in for it;s first service in 1 year and 2 months. Shop man said that all the suspension/bushes/shock were in brilliant condition. Only thing i have HAD to replace was the freehub die on my back wheel, so i bought a hope pro 2 to go on the back. Hope that helps mate, Will