TERMS OF SERVICE
These Terms of Service govern the business relationship between SHORMAR MOTO (operated by Shormar Moto) and its customers, partners, and distributors worldwide.
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Important Notice: These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Customer," "Partner," or "Buyer") and Shormar Moto. ("SHORMAR MOTO," "we," "us," or "our"), a company incorporated under the laws of the People's Republic of China. By placing an order, signing a purchase agreement, or engaging in any commercial transaction with us, you agree to be bound by these terms in their entirety.
DEFINITIONS & INTERPRETATION
For the purposes of these Terms of Service, the following definitions apply:
SCOPE OF SERVICES
SHORMAR MOTO provides comprehensive B2B manufacturing and supply services to qualified business customers. Our service scope encompasses:
MANUFACTURING SERVICES
- --Full-cycle ATV and dirt bike production (49cc-500cc)
- --Robotic welding and high-strength steel frame fabrication
- --Assembly, quality inspection, and road testing
- --CKD/SKD packaging and export preparation
CUSTOMIZATION SERVICES
- --Body design, decal, and color scheme customization
- --Engine, suspension, and transmission optimization
- --Private label branding and packaging design
- --Technical documentation and compliance support
AFTER-SALES SUPPORT
- --Warranty coverage for all ATV product lines
- --Remote technical diagnosis and on-site guidance
- --Spare parts supply (800+ SKUs, global fast shipping)
- --24-hour response commitment for all inquiries
LOGISTICS SERVICES
- --Full container and LCL shipment coordination
- --Export documentation and customs clearance assistance
- --Global freight forwarding to 45+ countries
- --Cargo insurance arrangement upon request
All services are subject to minimum order quantities, lead times, and technical feasibility assessments as determined by the Company. The Company reserves the right to decline any order that conflicts with its manufacturing capabilities, ethical standards, or applicable laws.
OEM/ODM AGREEMENTS
3.1 PROJECT INITIATION
All OEM/ODM projects commence upon execution of a written project agreement or confirmed purchase order specifying technical requirements, customization scope, timelines, tooling costs, and minimum order quantities (MOQ). Verbal agreements or informal communications do not constitute binding commitments.
3.2 DESIGN APPROVAL
The Customer is responsible for reviewing and approving all design specifications, prototypes, and pre-production samples before mass production commences. Written approval (email confirmation accepted) constitutes authorization to proceed. The Company shall not be liable for defects or non-conformities arising from Customer-approved designs.
Prototype development fees are non-refundable unless the Company fails to meet agreed specifications. Tooling costs are borne by the Customer unless otherwise negotiated and documented in writing.
3.3 SPECIFICATION CHANGES
Any changes to agreed specifications after production commencement may result in additional costs, extended lead times, and revised pricing. Change requests must be submitted in writing. The Company will provide a written assessment of the impact within five (5) business days. Changes that require new tooling or significant re-engineering may be declined at the Company's discretion.
3.4 PRIVATE LABEL & BRANDING
Customers engaging private label services represent and warrant that they hold all necessary rights to the trademarks, logos, and brand identifiers submitted for application to Products. The Company shall not be liable for any intellectual property infringement arising from Customer-provided branding materials. The Customer indemnifies the Company against all claims, damages, and costs arising from such infringement.
3.5 EXCLUSIVITY
Territorial or product exclusivity arrangements are only valid when explicitly stated in a separate signed exclusivity agreement. General purchase orders or standard OEM/ODM agreements do not confer exclusivity rights. Exclusivity agreements are subject to minimum annual purchase commitments and performance reviews.
ORDERS & PAYMENT TERMS
4.1 ORDER PLACEMENT
Purchase orders must be submitted in writing via email, official purchase order form, or signed sales contract. Orders are binding upon the Company's written confirmation. The Company reserves the right to reject or modify orders that cannot be fulfilled within the requested specifications, timeline, or quantity.
4.2 MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITIES
Minimum order quantities (MOQ) vary by product model, customization level, and configuration (CKD/SKD/complete unit). MOQ requirements are communicated during the quotation stage. Orders below MOQ may be accepted at the Company's discretion, subject to a small-order surcharge.
4.3 PRICING
All prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise agreed. Quoted prices are valid for thirty (30) days from the date of quotation unless otherwise stated. Prices are subject to change based on raw material costs, currency fluctuations, and component supply conditions. Price changes after order confirmation require mutual written agreement.
Prices are quoted EXW (Ex Works, Yongkang, Zhejiang) unless alternative Incoterms are specified. Additional costs including freight, insurance, import duties, and local taxes are the Customer's responsibility unless explicitly included in the quotation.
4.4 PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Payment terms may be modified for long-term partners with established credit history, subject to credit assessment and written agreement. The Company reserves the right to suspend production or withhold shipment for overdue payments.
4.5 ACCEPTED PAYMENT METHODS
The Company accepts payment via Telegraphic Transfer (T/T), Letter of Credit (L/C) from approved banks, and other methods as mutually agreed. All bank charges and transfer fees are the Customer's responsibility. Payments must be made in the currency specified in the invoice.
4.6 LATE PAYMENT
Overdue payments are subject to interest at a rate of 1.5% per month (or the maximum rate permitted by applicable law, whichever is lower) from the due date until full payment is received. The Company may suspend all services, withhold shipments, and terminate pending orders for accounts with outstanding balances exceeding thirty (30) days past due.
4.7 ORDER CANCELLATION
Orders cancelled after production commencement are subject to cancellation fees covering materials procured, labor incurred, and overhead costs to date. Deposits are non-refundable for cancellations made after production begins. Cancellations before production commencement must be submitted in writing and are subject to a 10% administrative fee on the deposit amount.
DELIVERY & LOGISTICS
5.1 LEAD TIMES
Standard production lead times range from 30 to 60 days from deposit receipt and design confirmation, depending on product complexity, customization requirements, and current production schedules. Lead times for OEM/ODM projects with tooling development may extend to 90-120 days. Quoted lead times are estimates and may be affected by force majeure events, supply chain disruptions, or regulatory delays.
5.2 INCOTERMS & RISK TRANSFER
Unless otherwise agreed, all shipments are made on EXW (Ex Works) terms in accordance with Incoterms 2020. Risk of loss or damage transfers to the Customer upon the Company making the goods available at the factory premises. Alternative Incoterms (FOB, CIF, etc.) may be arranged upon request and will be specified in the confirmed quotation.
5.3 EXPORT DOCUMENTATION
The Company provides standard export documentation including commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and certificate of origin. Additional certifications (CE, EPA, CARB, etc.) required for specific markets are the Customer's responsibility to specify at the order stage. The Company will assist in obtaining available certifications at the Customer's cost.
5.4 CUSTOMS & IMPORT DUTIES
All import duties, tariffs, taxes, and customs clearance costs in the destination country are solely the Customer's responsibility. The Company provides accurate and compliant export documentation but cannot guarantee customs clearance in the Customer's jurisdiction. The Customer is responsible for compliance with all import regulations applicable in their country.
5.5 DELIVERY DELAYS
The Company will notify the Customer promptly of any anticipated delays. Delays caused by force majeure events (including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, pandemics, port congestion, or raw material shortages) shall not constitute a breach of contract. The Company's liability for delivery delays is limited to the actual production costs incurred.
QUALITY ASSURANCE & WARRANTY
Certified Quality System
All manufacturing operations at SHORMAR MOTO comply with ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards. Our integrated quality control system covers incoming materials, in-process inspection, and final product validation.
6.1 QUALITY STANDARDS
All Products are manufactured in accordance with the Company's internal quality standards and applicable industry specifications. The Company employs full in-house manufacturing control, with 30% of core components (including suspension and drivetrain components) designed and produced internally to ensure quality consistency.
6.2 PRE-SHIPMENT INSPECTION
All Products undergo comprehensive pre-shipment inspection including structural integrity testing, powertrain verification, and operational road testing. Inspection reports are available upon request. Customers may arrange third-party inspection at their own cost with advance notice of at least seven (7) business days.
6.3 WARRANTY TERMS
The Company provides a limited warranty on all ATV products against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of shipment, subject to the following conditions:
- --Warranty applies only to defects arising from manufacturing processes, not from normal wear, misuse, modification, or improper maintenance.
- --Warranty claims must be submitted with photographic evidence, detailed defect description, and relevant order documentation within the warranty period.
- --Remedy options include replacement of defective parts, repair guidance, or credit toward future orders, at the Company's discretion.
- --Warranty does not cover consumable items (filters, belts, brake pads, tires) or damage caused by accident, racing use, or unauthorized modifications.
- --Engines and powertrains sourced from third-party manufacturers (Zongshen, Loncin, Yinxiang) are subject to those manufacturers' warranty terms.
6.4 CLAIMS PROCEDURE
Warranty claims must be submitted to the Company's after-sales support team within the warranty period. The Company commits to acknowledging all warranty claims within twenty-four (24) hours and providing a resolution plan within five (5) business days of receiving complete documentation. Replacement parts are dispatched from the Company's inventory of 800+ spare part SKUs.
6.5 ACCEPTANCE & REJECTION
The Customer must inspect all Products within fourteen (14) days of receipt and notify the Company in writing of any visible defects, shortages, or non-conformities. Failure to provide written notice within this period constitutes acceptance of the Products as delivered. Hidden defects discovered after this period remain subject to the warranty provisions above.
PRODUCT LIABILITY
7.1 MANUFACTURER LIABILITY
The Company's liability for product defects is limited to defects arising directly from the Company's manufacturing processes, materials, or workmanship. The Company's total liability for any single claim shall not exceed the invoice value of the specific Products giving rise to the claim.
7.2 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY
As a B2B customer distributing or reselling Products in your market, you assume full responsibility for:
- --Ensuring Products comply with all applicable safety standards, certifications, and regulations in the destination market (including but not limited to CE, EPA, CARB, and local homologation requirements).
- --Providing adequate user instructions, safety warnings, and documentation to end users in the local language.
- --Maintaining appropriate product liability insurance coverage for your distribution territory.
- --Implementing proper assembly, pre-delivery inspection, and safety checks for CKD/SKD units before sale to end users.
7.3 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, or loss of goodwill, arising from or in connection with any Products or services provided, even if the Company has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
7.4 INDEMNIFICATION
The Customer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company, its directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from: (a) the Customer's use, distribution, or resale of Products; (b) Customer's failure to comply with applicable regulations; (c) modifications made to Products by the Customer or end users; or (d) Customer-provided designs or specifications that infringe third-party rights.
7.5 FORCE MAJEURE
Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from causes beyond their reasonable control, including natural disasters, acts of government, war, terrorism, pandemics, labor disputes, raw material shortages, or infrastructure failures. The affected party must notify the other party in writing within five (5) business days of the force majeure event.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
8.1 COMPANY IP OWNERSHIP
All intellectual property owned by the Company, including but not limited to patents (20+ registered patents), trade secrets, proprietary manufacturing processes, designs, technical drawings, software, and the SHORMAR MOTO brand and trademarks, remain the exclusive property of Shormar Moto. No license to Company IP is granted by these Terms except as expressly stated.
8.2 CUSTOMER IP
Intellectual property provided by the Customer (including trademarks, logos, design specifications, and brand assets) remains the Customer's exclusive property. The Customer grants the Company a limited, non-exclusive license to use such IP solely for the purpose of fulfilling the Customer's orders. The Company shall not use Customer IP for any other purpose without express written consent.
8.3 JOINTLY DEVELOPED IP
Where new intellectual property is developed jointly during OEM/ODM collaboration, ownership and licensing rights shall be determined by a separate written IP agreement executed prior to project commencement. In the absence of such an agreement, all jointly developed IP shall be owned by the Company, with the Customer receiving a non-exclusive license for commercial use of the resulting Products.
8.4 NO REVERSE ENGINEERING
The Customer shall not, and shall not permit any third party to, reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, or otherwise attempt to derive the source designs, manufacturing processes, or proprietary technology embodied in any Products supplied by the Company. This restriction applies to all Products regardless of customization level.
8.5 IP INFRINGEMENT CLAIMS
If the Customer becomes aware of any actual or suspected infringement of the Company's intellectual property, the Customer shall promptly notify the Company in writing. The Customer shall not take any legal action regarding Company IP without prior written consent. The Company reserves all rights to enforce its intellectual property against infringers.
CONFIDENTIALITY
9.1 CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
Each party ("Receiving Party") agrees to maintain in strict confidence all non-public information disclosed by the other party ("Disclosing Party") in connection with these Terms, including but not limited to pricing, technical specifications, manufacturing processes, business strategies, customer lists, and OEM/ODM project details ("Confidential Information").
9.2 OBLIGATIONS
The Receiving Party shall: (a) use Confidential Information only for the purposes of fulfilling obligations under these Terms; (b) not disclose Confidential Information to any third party without prior written consent; (c) protect Confidential Information with the same degree of care used to protect its own confidential information, but no less than reasonable care; and (d) limit access to Confidential Information to employees and contractors with a need-to-know basis.
9.3 DURATION
Confidentiality obligations survive the termination of any business relationship for a period of five (5) years. Trade secrets and proprietary manufacturing processes are protected indefinitely.
9.4 EXCLUSIONS
Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that: (a) is or becomes publicly available through no fault of the Receiving Party; (b) was rightfully known to the Receiving Party before disclosure; (c) is independently developed without reference to Confidential Information; or (d) is required to be disclosed by law or court order, provided the Disclosing Party is given reasonable advance notice.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
10.1 EXPORT COMPLIANCE
The Customer is solely responsible for compliance with all export control laws and regulations applicable in their jurisdiction. The Customer warrants that Products will not be resold, transferred, or used in violation of any applicable export control regulations, trade sanctions, or embargoes. The Customer shall provide accurate end-use and end-user information as required by applicable law.
10.2 MARKET CERTIFICATIONS
The Customer is responsible for obtaining all certifications, homologations, and regulatory approvals required to legally sell and operate Products in their target markets. The Company will provide available technical documentation and testing support, but does not guarantee that Products meet specific market requirements unless explicitly stated in the purchase agreement.
10.3 ANTI-CORRUPTION
Both parties agree to comply with all applicable anti-corruption and anti-bribery laws, including the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the UK Bribery Act. Neither party shall offer, pay, or accept any bribe, kickback, or improper payment in connection with any transaction under these Terms.
10.4 ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE
The Customer acknowledges responsibility for ensuring that Products comply with applicable environmental regulations in their market, including emissions standards and end-of-life disposal requirements. The Company will provide available documentation on engine specifications and emission configurations to support the Customer's compliance efforts.
TERMINATION
11.1 TERMINATION FOR CAUSE
Either party may terminate any ongoing agreement immediately upon written notice if the other party: (a) materially breaches these Terms and fails to cure such breach within thirty (30) days of written notice; (b) becomes insolvent, files for bankruptcy, or ceases business operations; (c) engages in fraudulent, illegal, or unethical conduct; or (d) repeatedly fails to meet payment obligations.
11.2 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE
Either party may terminate a framework or long-term supply agreement with sixty (60) days' written notice, provided all outstanding orders, payments, and obligations are fulfilled. Individual purchase orders cannot be terminated for convenience once production has commenced.
11.3 EFFECTS OF TERMINATION
Upon termination: (a) all outstanding payment obligations become immediately due; (b) the Company may retain deposits and prepayments to cover costs incurred; (c) each party shall return or destroy the other party's Confidential Information; (d) provisions relating to IP, confidentiality, liability, and governing law survive termination.
GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTES
12.1 GOVERNING LAW
These Terms and any disputes arising from or in connection with them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the People's Republic of China. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) shall apply to international transactions unless expressly excluded in the purchase agreement.
12.2 DISPUTE RESOLUTION
The parties agree to resolve disputes through the following escalation process:
Negotiation (30 days)
Senior representatives of both parties shall attempt to resolve the dispute through good-faith negotiation within thirty (30) days of written notice of dispute.
Mediation (60 days)
If negotiation fails, the parties shall attempt mediation through a mutually agreed mediator or the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) mediation service.
Arbitration
Unresolved disputes shall be submitted to binding arbitration administered by CIETAC in Hangzhou, China, conducted in English and Chinese. The arbitral award shall be final and binding on both parties.
12.3 LANGUAGE
These Terms are provided in English. In the event of any inconsistency between English and Chinese versions, the English version shall prevail for international B2B transactions unless otherwise agreed in writing.
12.4 SEVERABILITY
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or severed if modification is not possible. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
12.5 ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms, together with any applicable purchase orders, project agreements, and non-disclosure agreements, constitute the entire agreement between the parties regarding its subject matter and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and understandings. Amendments must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.
QUESTIONS ABOUT
THESE TERMS?
Our business development team is available to clarify any aspect of these Terms of Service, discuss custom contractual arrangements, or assist with OEM/ODM project inquiries.
Legal & Business Inquiries
legal@shormarmoto.com
Response Time
Within 24 hours
Registered Address
Yongkang, Zhejiang Province, China