Schwinn 240 Recumbent Exercise Bike

Thursday, July 8th, 2010 at 9:41 pm

Schwinn 240 Recumbent Exercise Bike
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

Compare These Recumbent Exercise Bikes
	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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