Exercise Bike Ratings: Schwinn 240 Recumbent Exercise Bike

Product Details

Product Dimensions: 67 x 13 x 26 inches
Shipping Weight: 115.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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ASIN: B00275R23E
Item model number: 100170

By : Schwinn
Price : $425.00
You Save : $174.00 (29%)

Product Description

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Save money on monthly gym fees and get in shape at the same time with the comfortable Schwinn 240 recumbent exercise bike. It offers a compact design and the feel of a more traditional outdoor bike while relying on core, stabilizing muscles to balance your body weight. Features include a 20-pound flywheel, 16 resistance levels, 17 programs, adjustable seat, and both telemetry and contact heart rate monitoring. It also includes the following exclusive Schwinn features:
BioFit Comfort:

Seating system with padded ergonomic seat and dual-position lumbar support
Adjustable console and seat

The Schwinn 240 upright exercise bike for the home.BioDyne Performance:

Perimeter weighted flywheel for a true road feel, and smooth, consistent workouts
Oversized stabilizers and levelers that are built-in for a solid workout platform

BioConnect Feedback:

17 workout programs, including 8 course profiles, target heart rate, 2 user profiles with custom workouts
Backlit, multi-color console for easy viewing
Schwinn Advantage workout tracking, an easy way to set fitness goals and measure your progress right on the console
Telemetry-enabled, integrated grip heart rate system for easy fitness monitoring

Features ; Specifications:

16 resistance levels
20-pound flywheel
Eddy Current Brake (ECB) resistance system
Adjustable handlebars and console
Walk-through frame
Water bottle holder
Reading rack
Magazine storage rack under the seat
Transport wheels
Switchable from miles to kilometers (KM)
Maximum user weight: 275 pounds

The Schwinn 240's exercise console (see larger image).
The 240 features a walk-through frame, allowing for easy access.Manufacturer's Warranty5 years on the frame, 1 year on parts and electronics, 3 months on wear parts, 3 months on labor

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Number of Programs
7
10
17
17
16
Workout Programs
1 Manual, 6 Profile
6 Profile, 1 Custom, Quick Start, Fitness Test, Results Mode
8 Profile, 2 Custom, Quick Start, Fitness Test, 3 Heart Rate Controlled, Distance Goal, Results Mode
8 Profiles, Quick Start, Distance Goal, 2 Custom, 3 Heart Rate Controlled, Fitness Test, Results Mode
6 Profile, Quick Start, 2 Custom, 3 Heart Rate Controlled, Fitness Test, Distance Goal, Calorie Goal, Results Mode
Performance Tracking
No
No
Schwinn Advantage™
Schwinn Advantage™
No
Polar® Heart Rate System
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Heart Rate
contact
contact
telemetry enabled ; contact
telemetry enabled ; contact
telemetry enabled (with chest strap) ; contact
Display Type
LCD
extra large LCD
extra large black backlit LCD with multi-colored brickyard
extra large black backlit LCD with multi-colored brickyard
extra large blue backlit LCD
Resistance Levels
8
16
16
16
16
Other Features
magnetic eddy current brake, extra large console, fan, reading rack, water bottle holder, two position lumbar support, powered by battery or AC adaptor (sold separately) compatible, transport wheels, rear stabilizer frame levelers, switchable from miles to kilometers
magnetic eddy current brake, thickly padded seat with side bolsters and lumbar support, reading rack, rear stabilizer frame levelers, transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers, AC adaptor included
magnetic eddy current brake, console angle adjustability, thickly padded seat with side bolsters and lumbar support, storage basket, reading rack, water bottle holder, rear stabilizer frame levelers, transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers, oversized deluxe pedals
eddy current brake, console angle adjustability, thickly padded seat with side bolsters and lumbar support, blower fan, speakers, storage basket, reading rack, water bottle holder, rear stabilizer frame levelers, transport wheels, adjustable handlebars, switchable from miles to kilometers, oversized deluxe pedals
magnetic eddy current brake, console angle adjustability, thickly padded seat with side bolsters and lumbar support, blower fan, reading rack, water bottle holder, storage basket, rear stabilizer frame levelers, transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers, oversized deluxe pedals
Dimensions (L x W x H)
61 x 17 x 41 inches
56 x 25 x 38 inches
63 x 25 x 46 inches
67 x 25 x 26 inches
67 x 25 x 52 inches
Product Weight
60 pounds
97 pounds
117 pounds
117 pounds
119 pounds
Warranty
Frame: 2 years, Mechanical ; Electric: 6 months, Wear Parts: 30 days
Frame: 5 years, Mechanical ; Electric: 1 year, Wear Parts: 90 days
Frame: 5 years, Mechanical ; Electric: 1 year, Wear Parts: 90 days
Frame: 5 years, Mechanical ; Electric: 1 year, Wear Parts: 90 days
Frame: 10 years, Mechanical: 2 years, Electric: 1 year, Wear Parts: 6 months
Max. User Weight
275 pounds
275 pounds
275 pounds
275 pounds
300 poundsAbout Exercise BikesDespite the competition from trendy new fitness inventions, exercise bikes continue to be popular options for home exercise. They offer the same aerobic benefits of riding a bicycle at any time, in any weather, without leaving the comfort and safety of home. Exercise bikes don't take up much space, require little or no balance or coordination, and can provide an effective workout for all levels of users, from beginners to serious competitors. While the same could be said for a number of other types of home fitness equipment, the exercise bike is one of the few that allows you to watch television or read a magazine while you work out. For many people, having convenient access to quality exercise equipment is critical to sticking with a long-term exercise program.

The Schwinn® 240 recumbent bike delivers a challenging workout in a relaxed position, with dual-position lumbar support. It features BioFit™ comfort with a padded ergonomic seat and an adjustable console. BioDyne™ performance offers a perimeter-weighted flywheel for a true road feel and smooth, consistent workouts, while oversized stabilizers and levelers are built-in for a solid workout platform.

Schwinn 240 Recumbent Exercise Bike

Product Features

Recumbent exercise bike for the home with 16 resistance levels and 20-Pound flywheel
17 Workout programs, including 8 course profiles, target heart rate, 2 user profiles with custom workouts
Telemetry-enabled, integrated grip heart rate system for easy fitness monitoring
Seating system with padded ergonomic seat and dual-position lumbar support
300-Pound maximum user weight, 5-year warranty on frame, 1 year on parts and electronics

Customer Reviews

After months of trying to decide if we should buy an exercise bike, we finally bit the bullet. We went right down to Dick's sporting goods and even though they didn't have one on display, they did have one int he back. We bought the Schwinn 240 due to it being one of the newest models. Some of the things we really liked better were minor, but made the difference to us. The number of different programs were higher than the other models. Being able to remember a user's information was also a huge positive from other models where every time a different user uses the equipment you have to reset all your information. The cup holder not being under the seat but on the console made more sense and having the basket to store magazines and things just seemed neater. It took about 1.5 hours to assemble. Hint: A couple of the parts were already on the bike which was confusing when comparing to the parts list. The model is nice looking, smaller than our elliptical and easy to move around with the wheels. I haven't had it long enough yet to know how it will hold up, but it's very sturdy, very quiet and seems like it will last for a long time.

I did extensive research before I bought this bike. I've ridden it for about ten hours since assembly and am simply delighted with it. I am a good mechanic and assembled it by myself in about three hours. The assembly manual has little text, mostly illustrations; but they marginally suffice, more text would be very helpful.
The console electronic cable going the top of the front wheel hardware has connectors at both ends -- they must be connected to the proper connectors, they are not the same configuration and are not interchangeable. So beware, the bike parts I received had this cable reversed so I was unable to connect the connectors until I removed the cable and reversed its "to -- from" direction.
The text regarding the programming of a user is unsatisfactory, confusing, does not effective communicate to a reader.
When registering the bike, you must have its serial number, the serial number is located on the bottom of the front stabilizer, record it before you assemble the bike.
In sum, if you are looking for an outstanding recumbent exercise bike at a most reasonable price, I urge you to purchase this bike.