My bike was $10. Most people's are in this range. There is really no reason to get a expensive bike. For one you will really stand out. This bike is great it has a couple quirks though. I have to tell you about them before I elaborate on the, "Path to Process". It has gears but they don't work. I have a platform on the back that I can mount things or people can sit on the back. This is very common. I don't think my tires could handle it. My chain is really touchy. I can't go up hills or excellerate fast or it will break. It makes a really rough noise. I have to peddle gingerly as do everyone elsel. My breaks no longer work. I lost them on this trip coming off the mountain. The didn't really work well anyhow. Now I just stop with my feet, again like many other Chinese people. I have a bell that is very important. It notifies people of your trajectory. Belive me you need it. Anyhow the bike gets me around and we all really enjoy them. Now back to the porcelain.