I could change a C&S myself to be honest. In the past when Yammy have serviced it I've had it back and it's felt like a new bike. They usually clean, lube and oil every last moving bit. It's not just been an extravagance but a real pleasure in the fact that it's quite a comfort to know a pro has done it (I always lack a little faith in my own work as I've had to pick things up here and there rather than proper training). Plus the service history (although you've made a good point there, does the real value equate to the cost?).

I will give serious consideration as to whether it will go back there again in 6000 miles!

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