This was 17 months ago :) I sold the bike last month, went through 2 chains and another cassette. They lasted much longer after i started cleaning and lubing after every ride.
I don’t worry about the battery at all, I do half charge if not using it for long periods though. I tend to go out and do my ride and if I have lots of power left just up the assistance and go a little further. I rarely do less than 30 miles on my rides and have managed 59 on this battery. On my...
Afaik Giant only give the warranty parts to the shops and won’t pay labour costs. If you buy the bike from your local bike shop they do the warranty repairs for free as goodwill. It does seem strange as when you buy a new car you can take it to any dealer and not pay labour.