I must be doing something terribly wrong. I've had my bike for 7 years now, use it every second day, in all kinds of weather, and I lube it twice a year at best. It ought to be falling apart!
What's your basis for your claim of such frequent maintenance? Also, what do you mean by a modern bike?
What's your basis for your claim of such frequent maintenance? Also, what do you mean by a modern bike?