 I've had it a little over 3 years now, been consistent with my regular maintenance and have not had one issue with it -- it's been great through all the crazy weather CT throws at us -- heat, cold, rain, snow, ice.  For its size, it gives you enough of a height above the traffic to make you feel comfortable but not feel like you're in a tractor trailer!  Definitely am happy I made the decision I did and "loving it"!!