FAQ & Shipping

FAQ & Shipping

Shipping & Delivery

Where do you ship from?

Our parts are sourced from trusted suppliers, primarily in China, and shipped to you from there. This keeps costs down and quality up.

How long will delivery take?

Estimated delivery after your order ships: New Zealand & Australia 15–30 business days, United Kingdom 12–25 business days, Europe 15–25 business days, United States 15–30 business days, rest of world 15–30 business days.

These are estimates, not guarantees. Delays can happen around major Chinese holidays (like Chinese New Year) or during peak shipping seasons. You'll get a tracking number by email as soon as your order ships — you can check its progress any time on our Track My Order page.

Do you ship outside New Zealand?

Yes — we currently ship to New Zealand, Australia, the United Kingdom, Europe, the United States, and beyond. See delivery estimates above for your region.

Do I have to pay customs or import duties?

International orders are shipped DAP (Delivery at Place). Any customs duties or import taxes charged on delivery in your country are your responsibility — these aren't collected at checkout.

Products & Compatibility

Will this part fit my bike?

Check the product description for compatibility notes — most listings include specifics like speed count, mount type, or diameter. If you're unsure, contact us with your bike's specs and we'll help you figure it out before you order.

What's your warranty on parts?

Kakepuku parts come with the manufacturer's warranty (details vary by brand). We back our recommendations — if something fails prematurely, we want to know about it.

Can I return a part if it doesn't work for me?

Unused items: 30 days from delivery for a refund (minus shipping costs), as long as it's unopened and in original packaging.

Used items: If there's a manufacturing defect, we'll sort it out. Normal wear and tear is on you.

Contact us within 30 days to arrange a return — since orders ship directly from our supplier, we'll need to give you the correct return address first. See our Shipping & Returns page for full details.

An item I want is out of stock — will you restock it?

Often, yes. Email us and we'll let you know if a restock is coming, or use the Suggest a part page and we'll try to track it down.

About Our Brand & Testing

What does "tested by real people" actually mean?

It means we ride it. Our team and trusted cycling partners put components through real-world conditions — commutes, trails, long rides — before we list them. If it doesn't hold up or perform well, we don't sell it.

Why should I trust Kakepuku over a big retailer?

Big retailers sell whatever moves inventory. We sell what we'd put on our own bikes. That's the difference.

Do you take product suggestions?

Absolutely. Suggest a part you'd like to see tested and available on Kakepuku. If it's a good fit for the club, we'll make it happen.

Orders & Payments

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major credit and debit cards, plus Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other options shown at checkout through Shopify's secure payment system.

Is my payment information safe?

Yes. We use Shopify's secure, encrypted payment processing. We don't store your card details — Shopify handles that for us.

Can I change or cancel my order after placing it?

Email us as soon as possible. Because orders ship quickly to our fulfilment partners, we can't guarantee a change once it's been processed, but we'll always try.

Do you offer trade or bulk discounts?

Get in touch with what you're after and the quantity — happy to talk about it.

Still Have Questions?

Contact us and I'll do my best to respond as soon as I can.