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Product Description
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.
Amazon.com Product Description
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: 300 pounds
The Schwinn 240's exercise console (see larger image). | 
The 240 features a walk-through frame, allowing for easy access. | Manufacturer's Warranty
5 years on the frame, 1 year on parts and electronics, 3 months on wear parts, 3 months on labor
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| Schwinn Active Series 20 | Schwinn 220 | Schwinn 230 | Schwinn 240 | Nautilus R514 | | Resistance Levels | 8 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | | Resistance System | Magnetic Eddy Current Brake | Magnetic Eddy Current Brake | Magnetic Eddy Current Brake | Magnetic Eddy Current Brake | Magnetic Eddy Current Brake | | Number of Programs | 11 | 12 | 6 preset, 10 courses | 17 | 17 | | Heart Rate Monitor | Grip Heart Rate Sensor | Grip Heart Rate Sensor | Grip Heart Rate Sensor | Grip Heart Rate Sensor | Polar heart rate system with chest strap | | Display Type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | | Display Readout | Time, distance, pulse, watts, speed, calories, RPM | Time, distance, pulse, watts, speed, calories, resistance | Time, interval time, RPM, watts, distance, pulse, speed, calories, and resistance | Time, interval time, RPM, watts, distance, pulse, speed, calories, resistance | Time, interval time, RPM, watts, distance, pulse, speed, calories, resistance | | Dimensions | 58.5 x 26 x 36 inches (L x W x H) | 56 x 25 x 38 inches (L x W x H) | 63 x 25 x 46 inches (L x W x H) | 63 x 25 x 46 inches (L x W x H) | 67 x 25 x 52 inches (L x W x H) | | Product Weight | 58 pounds | 97 pounds | 103 pounds | 117 pounds | 119 pounds | | Weight Capacity | 275 pounds | 300 pounds | 300 pounds | 300 pounds | 300 pounds | | Warranty | Frame: 3 years, non-expandable mechanical and electric parts: 6 months | Frame: 5 years, mechanical and electric: 1 year, wear parts: 90 days | Frame: 10 years, mechanical and electric: 1 year, wear items: 6 months, labor: 90 days | Frame: 5 years, mechanical and electric: 1 year, wear parts: 90 days | Frame: 10 years, mechanical: 2 years, electric: 1 year, wear parts: 6 months | | Other Features | Transport wheels, fore / aft seat adjustment | Reading rack, rear stabilizers, transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers, fore / aft seat adjustment | Reading rack, water bottle holder, rear stabilizers, transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers, fore / aft seat adjustment, oversized pedals | Reading rack, water bottle holder, rear stabilizers, transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers, fore /aft seat adjustment, oversized deluxe pedals | Reading rack, water bottle holder, fan, rear stabilizer frame levelers, transport wheels, fore / aft seat adjustment, oversized pedals, oversized saddle | |
About Exercise Bikes
Despite 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.
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