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Five Star Reviews:

66%
easy to get it in and out and move it
March 22, 2017
It's been one year since I purchased this. I purposefully postponed writing this review to see how long it will last me. It is EXTREMELY quiet, easy to get it in and out and move it. It does seem heavy if you were to move it around across from your house but the distance I have to deal with is satisfying. Money well spent. Only complaint is that I wish it could go lower but I should be blaming my short legs first so not a big deal. Highly recommend for those who don't have much time to go hit the gym. I work out in my living room in the morning/night and keeps my heart pumping.
I love that this bike fits snugly against the wall when ...
June 20, 2016
I really wanted an exercise machine I could use at home for the days I don't make it to the gym (which, I'll admit, is most days). However, I also have a small apartment with limited floor and storage space. I love that this bike fits snugly against the wall when not in use without sacrificing comfort or sturdiness (even with my big booty) in order to be compact.

Bikes are not usually my go-to exercise equipment because they give me a sore butt and crotch when I push myself, and, sometimes, even when I don't. However, this bike doesn't feel the same to use as a regular bike or the standard exercise bike you would find at the gym. The pedals are further forward and the seat is wider, and I actually find it to be more comfortable. I am still able to get my heart rate up and work my legs just as well as other bikes while sitting fully back on the seat. I have not noticed any aches or pains indicating the positioning is problematic, but I have noticed considerably less pain caused by the seat than I usually experience using exercise bikes.

It is quiet, smooth, tracks everything I want to track, has appropriate resistance, and still works great six months later. I am very happy with my purchase!
Comfort at Last!!
January 10, 2015
In the hopes of helping someone, I am going to be painfully personally honest.... I am over 250lbs and have been searching for a bike that does not send searing pain up my tail bone in five minutes. Well, I found it! I love this bike and for the price I feel it has to be one of the most comfortable seats out there for bigger sized people, the seat is not like the little seats on most exercise bikes, it is 15" at the widest and almost 11" to the front. Recumbent bikes of course have nice seats but due to a lot of metal in my rebuilt ankle I am unable to perform the dorsiflexion and plantar flexion that a recumbent requires. So, back to the bike at hand, it was super easy to put together ( I have included pictures) of parts, accessories and finished product. It is also pretty easy to move (which I had to do a lot for all my holiday parties). I can see where someone with shorter legs might have a little stretch, I am 5'8" with an inseam of 34" I have the seat on the second to the lowest level but of my course my knees do not fully extend and also, some may be able to just sit near the front edge of the seat whereas I am fully on it. The seat as I have it is, approx. 31" high from the floor and some people with mobility issues might find it difficult to mount/dismount. It is just like getting on to a mans bike (swinging your leg over) because especially for people of size, there is not a great deal of room between the seat and the frame. Don't get me wrong, it is a comfortable enough space to ride but not step through (in my opinion) . As for the stability and durability, seems great to me, very sturdy and does not make me nervous in the least and I am looking forward to a much healthier future with a machine I can actually use. I truly hope this helps someone. ; )
High Quality Product at a Decent Price
July 16, 2013
Let's break down the grading here by sections. FYI, I have had the bike for about 3 months and have logged 850 miles. I am roughly 5' 11" and have weighed between 250lbs and 228lbs in those three months.

1.) Assembly - 4.5/5
It took me (a non-handy desk worker with very little craftsman experience) roughly 25 minutes to put the bike together. A great deal of the assembly is done before you take it out of the box (the frame and handlebars are individually assembled). The one knock here is that the instructions could definitely be easier to follow, but it was still easier than following the instructions that come with a typical DIY desk or bookcase.

2.) Operation - 4.75/5
For the price, of course. I have had the bike for roughly 3 months and have logged roughly 850 miles. I can't speak on it's longevity past 850, but it is still running like it was the day I put it together. Very little noise, smooth pedaling, stationary (doesn't wobble), and easy to bring out/put away. The only thing holding it back from a "5/5" is the seat. It isn't exactly "comfortable," but it isn't awful either.

3.) Electronics - 3/5
It is pretty clear that the electronics were an afterthought for this product. This doesn't bother me, and it shouldn't bother you. You should *not* be using the HRM/Calorie counter on this bike. In fact, you probably shouldn't use a HRM/Calorie Counter on any exercise equipment that didn't cost you an arm and a leg. I generally use my own HRM (Polar), which often puts my actual calories at about 65-70% of what is listed. The mileage and speed seem to be fairly accurate. Overall, it's what you would (or should) expect from a relatively inexpensive piece of exercise equipment.

4.) Price - 5/5
When I purchased this product, the price was actually around 120.00$. I think it costs a bit more now, but it is (probably) still a tremendous price for a reliable and consistent machine. I have yet to see any give in the machine, and I do not think it is unreasonable to expect that it might give me 2+ years of service. For a bike with easy assembly, good operation, and this price, it's easily worth a purchase.

Edit - (August 1st, 2013) - It has been around 2 weeks (and an additional 200 miles) since I posted this review, and I just want to re-affirm how great this bike is. I've seen some recent reviews that say it has problems when you crank up the intensity, but I have not experienced this. On the two highest settings (both of which I have used extensively the last month or so), I have yet to experience any "clicking" or "belt fraying." It does go from whisper-quiet to mouse-in-church quiet, but, honestly, you would have to be searching for a problem to even notice. This bike has played a large role in my (still ongoing) weight loss. I have recommended it to 4 people, and the 3 that ended up purchasing it are even happier than I am.
Edit - (October 21st, 2013) - Well, it has been about 2 and 1/2 months since my last edit, and I'm still thrilled with this bike. I have now put around 2400 miles on it, and it is still running as well as it did on day 1. It is worth noting that the bike does become a little bit noisier as you up the resistance and speed. At full resistance and high speeds, you get the occasional creak and groan, but nothing that bothers me, personally. As an aside, this bike has become my primary form of exercise after a leg injury has limited my ability to run consistently, and I give this bike non-marginal credit for my extensive weight loss (250 to 200lbs). It is, unequivocally, the best purchase I have ever made on amazon and one of the best purchases I have ever made.
Was skeptical....
May 5, 2012
I rarely write a product review + or -, unless the product is REALLY good or REALLY poor--I'm also not the easiest consumer to impress. I am happy to write a REALLY good review for the Exerpeutic folding exercise bike. I am 6'2'' @ 215 lbs with long legs and cycled quite a bit before injuries and schedules became a bit too busy, so I do know a fair amount about bikes. I thought this might be more of a disposable bike, last a couple of years at best, be too wiggly, weak mechanics..that kind of thing, but quite the contrary, I am happily surprised by the quality of the entire product. The craftsmanship of the Exerpeutic folding exercise bike is very good, the frame tubes are heavy steel with good welds, the seat is large enough to have an extended ride comfortably (probably the most comfortable stationary bike seat I've used including expensive gym bikes), the bike has a wide stable "footprint" when opened but is also light enough to move from room to room if needed (has wheels on the base also),the internal mechanics are very good, the bike is very quiet and comfotable with plenty of leg room for proper body mechanics as well, the computer screen readout is practical and easy to see and use. This is in not a "yeah right, what a joke" bike, it is well constructed and was well thought out! I am in no way shape or form associated with the bike company, the seller, Amazon, or any party related in any way to this product, but I am please to review that I am impressed and very pleased with this bike!
Hope this revew helps anyone in the market looking for a great product at a great price!
62%
Sunny SF-B1002 Indoor bike.... a good purchase decision
December 12, 2016
I spent a lot of time researching the available indoor bikes and decided to focus on the mid-upper low end of the price range. I decided to go with belt drive rather than chain for quietness and lower maintenance. Based on my experience with the Sunny model SF-B1002 I am very happy with the belt drive decision. It is absolutely silent. I learned that flywheel weight was important relative to smoothness and real bike like feel. The SF-B1002 49 pound flywheel has that extra 25% weight worth the small cost. In addition the subject model resistance/brake system of leather press down was definitely preferable over the clamp alternative. The reviews convinced me the SF-B1002 was structurally very solid and my experience is it is solid as a rock. I am over 200 pounds and spin hard and there is just no frame flexing or movement.For my use I needed to add some useful live visible performance information. I attached a POLAR V650 bike computer with cadence and speed sensors. I get real time heart rate, cadence, distance, calories and exercise duration time attached to a POLAR handlebar mount. Even better I can display on my PC a data output for each completed exercise using the POLAR Flow software. As the exercises I do are HIIT Spin routines all based on interval times, timed hard spin and rest, I needed a Interval Training Round Timer. I tried a basic GYMBOSS model but switched to a Everlast Interval Timer which has a very loud timer alarm.The Sunny SF-B1002 was shipped via FedEx. It was well packed and the box arrived with no sign of mishandling. It is very heavy, 130 pounds, and managing it by myself I had to unpack the box and move the pre-assembled basic bike by itself to the room where it would live. Then I could move all the sub-pieces together on a hand cart. Assembly was pretty easy and the instructions are well written. Mounting the POLAR distance and cadence sensors is a little tricky as the physical structure is different than a bicycle which the sensors were designed for attachment. Using double sided tape for the sensors and stacked(3 or so) Neodymium Magnets (1.26" x 1/16" ) to fill in the spaces. peddle crank and belt cover to wheel. I found the seat to be a little painful for my butt so I replaced it with a "Bikeroo" men's saddle. Eventually I will replace the peddles with Mountain Bike clips on one side to fit my shoes/cleats and toe brackets on the other side of the peddle for normal shoes.So my net opinion of the Sunny SF-B1002 indoor bike is very positive. I am 100% happy with my purchase decision and am very comfortable recommending others to purchase it. I enjoy it every day and based on a couple of weeks experience can't offer any cons for consideration. Florida Bob
Bought to use with Peloton app - **notes on BANGING fix** inside
August 25, 2016
If you've had the BANGING issue with this bike, skip to the end for notes on my fix***********************************Initially I had looked at buying the Peloton bike because of their really great app but ultimately decided it was not worth the investment considering spinning was completely new to me. My intention was to use this bike in conjunction with the Peloton app ($12/mo). So far I am very satisfied with my purchase.Delivery - I paid just under $300 for the bike which included shipping. Which is really unbelievable in and of itself. I'm not sure how the UPS guy even got it up the stairs to our landing because the box weighed over 120 pounds. This bike is *very* sturdy. My first concern was that for $300 you would get a rickety piece of garbage. Not the case. Peloton charges $250 just for shipping.Assembly - honestly, the actual assembly part took about ten minutes. But it took 10 minutes to get the box into the basement, 15 minutes to unpack the box and unwrap all the parts and another 5 to sort of gather everything together. There are very few actual pieces, like I said, the bike is very sturdy when put together."Add ons" / changes - I made a few minor additions to the bike to improve the use.1 - Added a pair of Shimano SPD pedals ($35). These are fantastic pedals, I *highly* recommend them and they work great on this bike. Took only a few minutes to swap out. So far zero issues with the pedals. Please not if you have never used clip-in pedals before, you will need bike shoes with SPD cleats on them to use.https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZMDK5C2 - Simple ipad holder for the handlebars ($20). I have a beat up, cracked-up old ipad4 that I planned to use on the bike and this clip works perfectly.https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D5YTO5K3 - Bike mat ($30) - perfect size, seems to work great so far. Its a mat, nothing fancy.https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001THTUAO4 - Wireless computer from spinning.com ($65) - I tried two of the Cateye models and just did not like how small they were and one I could not get to work with the spin bike. The spinning.com computers are made to work with their brand spin bikes but seems to work great with this model. Look I am not an engineer, I'm not going to guarantee that these are insanely accurate and are really only made for their brand bikes - but its worked fine so far. I was most interested in something that was wireless, would display time/cadence at the same time and that was easy to read.So I spent $150 or so on other options and am completely happy right now with my setup.***Notes on use with the Peloton app*** - As I said, I bought this bike specifically to use with the Peloton app. I am very impressed with the app so far. They have dozens of live classes every day or thousands of on demand ones. The app has a pretty simple filter that allows you to search/sort by class type, time, instructor etc. I wish there were a couple of minor tweaks - like letting you save your favorite rides into some kind of favorites menu - but so far I am very happy. The ipad version of the app is $12/month whereas if you have the Peleton bike they charge you $40/month. Even at that price, IMO, its worth it since I have been using it every day. Spin studios in the DC area can run upwards of $175-200/month for unlimited rides.***Notes on FIXES or things that might break*** - As has been noted in other reviews there seem to be a couple of quality control issues, both of which I ran into.1 - Squeaky resistance pad - Definitely happened to me over the first week. I used it every day and it seemed to get worse. I bought a $7 can of liquid graphite spray off Amazon and I gave it a few shots, it cleared right up. I could see just giving it a shot every couple weeks. Nothing major here, very easy fix.2 - That BANGING or knocking on every peddle stroke. - If you've had it, you know what I'm talking about. It sounds like the bike is broken and goes BANG BANG BANG on each peddle stroke. I emailed the company and they sent me a PDF with pictures about making some adjustments to the belt with the two adjustment screws on the front. I spent @ 20 minutes screwing around with it and eventually it did stop. It was a pain in the neck and very annoying to have to deal with but it did finally stop.- Take the belt cover off - screws on the two sides and bottom- take the big side nuts off from the fork- adjust the screws I circled in yellow. Experimentation and patience required!Look, this bike cost $300 shipped. For that price, I had a reasonable expectation that the bike would not be perfect and would probably need some adjustments. If I wanted to buy the $2000 bike with $250 shipping charge, I would certainly have expected a higher level of quality. But for the cost I am very happy with my purchase.
Excellent Buy on a Cycle
June 7, 2016
Fantastic! Don't let the weight of this item discourage you from purchasing it. This cycles has a small footprint, taking up a very small area of about 20" wide and 50" long. The front/top facing wheels make this super easy to move. The wheel, weighing in at 49 lbs, actually helps make moving this super easy. Since the weight is in the front, tilting it forward using the handle bars and the small skate style wheels make it easy to move. I keep mine next to the couch so I can watch TV, or for me I use my TV as a computer monitor and I can read while I ride. I purchased a wider seat, as I sort of need it right now. An injury has slowed me down and my bum has paid the price. Anyhow, the frame is strong and sturdy. The seat is adjustable forward/backward and up/down. The belt makes this super quite, but as noted needed a tiny bit of silicone spray on the friction pad at the wheel to quiet it down. It make a slight rubbing sound which is normal. The handlebars are heavy, hard, sort of rubber coated and multi angled for plenty of positions to hold. Personally I need to find something to pad the bars a bit, but that's not big deal. The only drawback I can note is that the handle bars are adjustable up and down, but I wish I could angle them up a little.I chose this bike due to very high ratings on many cycling websites and although I am new to this I have to agree this is a great buy.
Great bike for your house!
January 4, 2016
This is a great option for in-home spinning. I love spin class but was having difficulty making it to the gym for the limited class schedule. This bike is perfect along with free YouTube videos that I use for class in my home. I did purchase pedals that have clips for $10 on Amazon Commuter Road Bike Pedal Reversible Dual Sided Clipless Shimano SPD / Platform Pedals and installed them instead of the ones that come with the bike. I also put a gel cover on the seat ($9 at Wal-mart). Anyone who has taken a spin class knows how bad the seats are, cycle shorts Canari Gel Liner Cycling Short Womens(Black with Pink trim.)SM with padding built in work too.I like the fact that it is a belt vs. chain, it is very quite. The water bottle holder is a plus as well. It doesn't have a digital read out but the other reviews talk about how to add one. I don't find it necessary since I know the basic output from years of spin class.It is very HEAVY so make sure you have help to get it to its final resting place. My husband and I almost killed ourselves getting it up a flight of stairs. It was very simple to put together though, it didn't take more than 15 minutes.Huge fan of this bike!
A great spin bike!
December 18, 2014
I have had the bike for about a week now and I really love it. The setup was easy it took about 30min and all the tools I needed were there. At first it squeaked when I started to ride it but reading online I found that I could buy some Silicon based spray on the brake pad and that fixed it. The spray I used was Liquid Wrench Silicone Spray. I really wanted a bike computer for this so I purchased CatEye Strada Wireless Bicycle Computer (Black) CC-RD300W along with the bike. Adding that on took like 10min. I am going to upload some pictures here. I used double sided tape to attache the sensor to the bike and I used magnetic tape to raise the little magnet sensor on the wheel high enough to get a reading. But you could use double sided tape there too. I also switched my magnet out for another one I had just laying around so I didnt have to clip the threaded end off the one in the box.
A good solution even for a "serious" cyclist.
November 17, 2014
I just got the bike on Friday and used it twice over the weekend so this isn't a long-term review but my initial impression is highly favorable. I am a "serious" cyclist, which is not to say I'm a professional or anything like that but I log a lot of miles on my road bike and use high-end equipment. I've always hated hooking a bike up to an indoor trainer and I've avoided that type of training for many years. I finally went in on a spinning bike and I am very impressed with the results.I chose this model mostly because it had the heaviest flywheel (produces a smoother pedaling experience) and it uses a belt to drive the wheel instead of a chain (quieter). It was easy to put the bike together and I'm always happy nowadays when things actually fit and work. I skipped the cheap seat and pedals that it came with and instead installed my own Look-style clipless pedals and a Specialized saddle. The saddle adjustment worked well-enough as it went up and down and you can move the saddle fore and aft on its rails to get the right fit. Unfortunately the handlebars only have an up and down adjustment (no fore or aft) but I'm pleased enough with my fit on the bike.My primary complaint about indoor trainers was that they always felt unstable, especially when out of the saddle. This bike is rock solid and includes adjustable feet to make sure it sits perfectly level. My second complaint about indoor trainers is that they simply couldn't achieve a gear hard enough to truly simulate climbing an actual hill on your bike. This bike, however, has more than enough tension to simulate even the hardest hills yet retains its smooth pedal motion. I am truly surprised and impressed.My only complaint is a picky one. The tension knob is a continuously turning adjustment. Turn right to tighten the tension (and make it harder to pedal), turn left to ease off and make it easier. It's the way all spinning bikes work, I suppose. With this method, however, there's no way to "Index" or "bookmark" a location so you know you returned to the same point each time you ride. In other words, you turned the dial to make it hard to pedal one day but there's no way to know that you turned to the same spot when you did the same workout the next day. Like I said, that's awfully picky but it is the one check mark I would put in the column for an indoor trainer.On the whole, this is a well-made, good-looking bike for a terrific price. it should suit your needs regardless of whether you're a serious cyclist or just an exercise enthusiast.

Four Star Reviews:

20%
An excellent choice
June 2, 2017
Love the bike! I took one star off the rating bc it, in fact, was NOT super easy to assemble. Took quite a while and instructions weren't as clear as they could have been. And also... It says NEVER PEDDLE BACKWARDS... which, to me, sounds weird.

The bike itself though is veerrrrrrrrrry good. Pretty light, only slightly bulky/difficult to move around (I probably only have difficulty moving it around bc my right wrist is broken but even I can manage it). It rides silently and smoothly, the resistance settings are fun, the levels 1&2 are easy, bump it up to 3 for any length and really feel the burn and then the hardest setting feels like you're peddling uphill through the snow pulling a wagon filled with bricks haha. Good times.
I am VERY happy with this purchase and recommend it to anyone. I feel like it's an excellent choice and a great price!
Solid bike for the price.
March 19, 2017
Nice exercise bike; simple assembly took maybe 1/2 hour, solid construction, you sit forward on the seat anyway so no worries about the size of it, silent, resistance works smoothly just click it forward on the dial, burns more calories in 15 minutes than on the treadmill-probably double the calories, very low impact especially if you don't add resistance. Does not calculate in the resistance when it totals your calories, so you'll just have to guess what you're really burning. My 80 year old dad loves it, says it helps with his hip problems, does it 3 times a week! If it wears out in a year buy another, so what.
I am 61 and not in the best of shape 5ft 8 inch 197 lbs
January 8, 2017
bought this bike have worked with it for a week now , I am 61 and not in the best of shape 5ft 8 inch 197 lbs. I am a truck driver , working 14 hr days with no exercise it was time to do at least something. If you are in decent shape I would go to a better product, but for those of all that has let yourself go, this is a very good starting spot. As I was trying to get a decent bike for me all the complaints seems to come from the seat,this bike has a bigger seat. My only problem is the tingling of the family jewels it last about 5 mins after I am through [I had the same thing when I rode a road bike]must be me. Easy to put together and everything works and is very quite but its all new. I think for a beginner this bike works fine 4 stars never give 5 with such little time on new product
after 3 weeks I am still thinking it is going to fit my needs, the clicking did start ,but in my bike its NOT FROM THE FAN it comes from the main bolt where the handle bars and the seat come together. If I pull back on the handle bars while riding it goes away, so I simply tighten all the bolts, it something you should do on everything you buy new retighten all bolts. don't forget to retighten the seat.
I bike 5 miles a day, to start after 17 years of doing nothing , that's my starting point until it comes easy for me ,I try to start at 10 mph and increase it through out until the last mile and a half at 15 mph {per read out} @ a setting of 3 1/2as this comes easy I will step it up. As for a star rating I will leave it 4 for now,still to early judging by others reviews to go higher.
Great bike for the price!
August 27, 2015
This bike is a great buy for the price. It was easy to set up and easy to fold away. I've read others say that you shouldn't trust the calorie counter and I would agree, but if you are looking for a simple bike than this it perfect. It is quiet and the seat is comfortable, which are big pluses in my book.
Good Workout, Good Price
August 23, 2015
I bought this to keep myself in shape when I'm not able to go out riding on local MTB trails. It has replaced a very old fan wheel / chain driven exercise bike that was starting to fall apart. So far I've put around 150 miles on it and it's held up well. Putting the bike together took about 20 minutes, and all necessary tools have been included. If you've got an impact driver with a few different sized nut drivers and sockets I'd imagine you could do it in 10 minutes.

The bike performs well enough, but the ergonomics are a bit wacky as another reviewer points out. The pedals aren't situated like they would be on a regular bike, instead they are closer to being underneath the handlebars of the unit. This doesn't matter much to me, but could for you so keep it in mind. I store this in the corner of a home gym and move it out in front of a television when I use it, due to it's light weight this is not difficult. The cyclocomputer attached to the unit isn't anything to write home about. It does keep track of distance per ride, overall distance (up to 999 miles I believe), current speed, and calories burned (probably not too accurate - same goes for the pulse reading feature). I enjoy being able to quickly switch resistance, however anything above a 5 on the scale of 1-8 isn't a smooth or enjoyable ride.

Overall I'd recommend this to others. It does have small quirks and isn't on par with a higher quality $500 + stationary bike, but that wasn't what I was willing to shell out. I'm glad I bought it as it's done exactly what I needed it to do.
20%
This bike is a good value for the money
April 16, 2017
This bike is a good value for the money. Watch the price though, as what they charge varies quite a bit. I waited a while to purchase it and saw the price go up $100 and now, as I write this review, it is $40 less than what I bought it for. Maybe they discount it later in the year until the holidays and then jack it up for Christmas and January-February timeframe when we're buying stuff like this.It is sturdy and good to ride with the heavy flywheel, especially once I got it adjusted. I plan to change the pedals one of these days, but for now, the straps will have to suffice. It is a good workout.
Great bike
March 22, 2017
I've had the bike for a few days and for the most part I LOVE it. Very sturdy and I haven't had any banging issues or complaints about the tension like other reviewers. The left pedal was difficult to screw in and I'm still not confident that it's in there properly. And YES I know it screws in counter clockwise. You can't miss it in the instructions and tag that came on the pedal. It just blatantly doesn't want to fit in there. Also, I feel that this bike was made for someone just a little taller than me. I'm 5'5" and I have the seat and handlebars all way up and I'm still seated too far away.Finally.... this bike is heavy. That's a good thing but as a single woman who lives alone it was difficult getting it in the house and upstairs. Be prepared to have help or pay for the assembly.Overall I highly recommend this bike so far.
Great Purchase!
March 3, 2017
I eagerly awaited my bike as soon as I clicked that button to purchase it. I waited with baited breath for 2 whole days... gotta love Prime!! When that UPS truck pulled up to the curb I did a little happy dance.... told the driver to wheel that bad boy into the garage and waited for my husband to come home to put it together. When he finally got home and opened the box ... wait for it.... it was smashed :( Talk about a let down. The box must have gotten smashed during shipping - Thanks UPS!!! Amazon was awesome. I've never ordered anything this big but the return/exchange process was super easy and fast.Now for the bike - I've used it for a week straight and think its sturdy and well built. Great looking piece of equipment too! I use the Peloton App on my iPhone and absolutely love it. I feel comfortable getting crazy on the bike. I did take a star away because the seat is pretty uncomfortable AND that's with a gel seat cover over it! I will look into changing the seat.All in all great purchase and highly recommend.
First impression is good
January 28, 2017
My first impression is that this appears to be a sturdy bike. Good weight to it that should alleviate the wobbles while peddling. Super easy to put together although a 2nd person may be needed to help move /position the bike until the feet with wheels are put on. Bike was packaged well with styro-foam and several wood blocks to keep bike from damage during transit. Bit of advice when unpacking. With box in the proper upright position carefully use box cutter to cut around box at he bottom. Lift the box off the packaged bike. This allows easy access to the bike and parts without hassle.So far the only negative I found is the bike seat. Not very comfortable on the butt. Could use a little more cushioning. I hope I can find an upgrade that will fit the seat stem so I can replace it.Hopefully my first impression of the bike's sturdiness will hold up after continued use over the next few months. I will try to follow up with an update regarding it's quality. Until then I'm rating a 4 until I use for a while.
No bike lights or helmet needed....
December 30, 2016
This bike is a great combination of value and features. It is very heavy, smooth riding, and fairly comfortable.After deciding to bring my bad weather riding indoors, I wanted a bike that simulated road riding. After shopping bikes in the range of $1,000-$2,000, I decided to just try out an inexpensive bike to see if this type of riding would work at all for me.The primary features on this bike that match much higher priced bikes are the heavy flywheel, belt drive, and sturdy frame. For these, I would rate it 5 stars.However, there are a couple of irritations that cost Sunny Health a star. One, the handlebars are one setting short of what a 6 footer might need to be comfortable. If you are an experienced cyclist, you will be able to set the seat-to-pedal distance properly, but if you are more than 5' 10" (or so) the handlebar might be too low. I have it set at "STOP," and I am still leaning forward enough to place too much weight on my hands. While I have minimized the problem with handlebar padding to raise the level, it would be much better to have one higher setting on the bike handlebars.Two, is the lack of any electronic assistance, either by including or offering as accessories. There is another version of a Sunny Bike that includes an LCD panel for riding data. I would have gladly paid extra for an accessory that would connect to the bike.One other nuisance might affect people who share the bike. The adjustments are not quick, requiring complete removal of the knobs and replacement in a hole in the column, both for the seat and handlebars. If, like me, you are a lone rider, it is a very sturdy setup that will not slip in use. So 1 star up or 1 star down...depending. The friction adjustment is very easy to use and quickly changes the resistance by a leather pad, which is also very quiet.All said, I have been riding for several weeks and can say that this bike is very smooth and very quiet. To avoid boredom, I have placed a computer monitor equipped with a Roku Stick on the handlebars, which are shaped to make it an easy addition. I can view ride videos or TV programming easily.I would buy a Sunny Bike again, but perhaps a different model.
Good product
August 10, 2016
My wife and I purchased this bike 10 months ago.We were looking for a non-expensive bike to exercise 3 or 4 times a week. Mainly during the winter.Pros- Adjustable saddle. You can adjust the saddle higher or lower. The cool thing is that you can also adjust it closer/further to the handlebar. - Thanks to the notation/marks, I can easily revert the seat back to my position after my wife used the bike. - No tool needed, you have a handle that you need to pull to unlock it.- The handlebar is adjustable too.- There is a support to hold your flask/bottle for the long journey. If your bottle is too big, don’t be afraid to pull to make it wider.- Very comfortable and doesn’t feel or look cheap.- The design is nice; this doesn’t look ugly in the apartment.- The wheels at the front allow driving the bike from one spot to another.Cons- Per mentioned in multiple reviews when we bought it; there is a strident noise as soon as you start biking. This noise appeared a couple of months after we bought the bike. I honestly don’t care - I listen to music or watch a movie. People around may not think the same, though. It seems that the small piece of leather (or other - see my picture) rubbing against the wheel (to regulate the tension) is the reason behind that noise (centering it or giving it a nudge seems to fix this noise temporarily' … for a couple of minutes).- The screw maintaining the handlebar tends to get loose/unscrew. I screw it tight on regular basis “just in case” (well I am a bit paranoid with screws getting loose anyway).- The tension isn't responsive. You will need to get used to turning the knob generously (forgot to mention this but updated thanks to the comment below).We also purchased a rug (Supermats Heavy Duty P.V.C. Mat for Cardio- Fitness Products (2.5-Feet x 5-Feet)), this fits perfectly underneath.I would recommend this bike despite the noise (It makes me feel nostalgic of my old rusty bike when I was a kid).

Three Star Reviews:

6%
Easy to put together
August 17, 2016
Easy to put together, only complaint I have is that it's not really suited for short people. I'm 5'0", so I expected to have to lower the seat, but even at the lowest setting possible, my feet still barely reach the pedals. I can still use it, but it's super uncomfortable.
easy if you follow instructions with details
December 14, 2015
Received today and already assembled, easy if you follow instructions with details.
I like the bike, try it and is easy to use, seat is not the best, but no surprise if you read the feedback.

But it came with the plastic top shroud broken (Part No. 020).

The plastic part was broken before the bike was pack since all the pieces are not inside the box.
I checked inside the mechanism and recovered one piece, but still missing one part. (See photos)
Would be nice if it is possible to get the replacement. Will see.
Mostly Solid, but You Get What You Pay For
August 19, 2015
I’ll start off by saying that I’ve geared this review toward customers who anticipate using this bike seriously, frequently, and at moderate to high intensity.I began riding this bike in January, and through semi-regular use, I put 315 miles on it by mid-March. Life got in the way, and I didn't ride again until June 2nd. From that date through early-August, I put an additional 770 miles on. To work toward my fitness and weight loss goals, I adhered to the following 35 minute regimen, six days per week:I would warm up for five minutes at the easiest resistance on the dial (1 out of 8), followed by medium to high intensity intervals of Resistance 3, 5, 3, 5, 3, 5 for five minutes each. I went hard, got a GREAT workout, and lost 30 pounds in the process. So why am giving a 3 Star Review for such outstanding results? Here's what went wrong:At 625 miles, the rubber pedal strap (the piece that holds your foot in place) snapped. It's a cheap part, and though I was out of the manufacturer's warranty, I called Exerpeutic [at (844) 641-7921], and their rep was kind enough to send me a new pair of straps free of charge. Shipping took less than a week and the straps arrived in perfect condition.Around 1,050 miles, the flywheel began to make kind of a whirring and clicking noise at any resistance at or above 5. The flywheel is visible through the top of the compartment it's housed in, and I could see that it began to wobble in there. Previously, I loved that the ride was smooth and whisper quiet.At 1,075 miles, the pedal strap mount (the piece that holds the strap to the pedal) broke off, and took a chunk of the cheap plastic pedal with it (pictured in my attached image). After that, I used an elaborate contraption made of multiple strips of duct tape to hold my foot on the pedal.When I bought this bike, I also purchased an exended warranty from SquareTrade, and I'm glad I did! I called them to see what could be done about the flywheel and broken pedal, and the rep that I worked with deemed that the cost of shipping the bike and its repair was prohibitive... and he agreed to refund me the entire value of the product! (You can read my 5 Star review “A+ Customer Service, Very Good Experience, with a Little Bit of a Wait” of that experience here). I asked him what I needed to do with the bike, and he quipped "What everyone else does... use it to hang your laundry!"To sum up, here are my Pros and Cons of this Exerpeutic Upright Bike:***Pros***• Basic console, the original AAA batteries still haven’t worn out• Sturdy, shake-free ride, even at high speeds/intensity• Ergonomically sound and comfortable• Folds-up to save space• Smooth and quiet• Simple assembly***Cons***• Mileage on the console resets to 0.0 after 999.9 miles, I would have liked five digits• HUGE proprietary seat, which can’t be swapped out for a standard seat or saddle• Not durable for more than light to medium intensity rides, a few times per week• The 9/16ths pedals are cheap pre-molded plastic• Cheap rubber pedal strapsThis is a great bike for those who are just looking to get into stationary cycling, or maintain their current weight. If you’re looking for a piece of equipment that’ll take a lickin’ and keep on tickin’, I’d say you’re better off looking at higher quality (and yes, higher priced) options.Feel free to leave me a comment or question, I’m happy to add anything else you’d like to know about the product. Thanks for taking the time to read my review, hopefully this information was useful!
Well Constructed But Difficult Assembly
April 7, 2015
I just got this device yesterday, so I'm shooting off the cuff here based of first impressions. Actually, it is made pretty well it seems for a "Made in China" item. The build quality seems solid, the way-oversized seat ( I'm sure they took into account some HUGE cheeks being draped across it) could have been made a little more durable. It would have been nice they used a standard round seat post so it could be retro-fitted with a quality, actual bicycle seat that would give a much better workout. As it is, it's sort of like sitting on a sofa and pedaling a recumbent bike. The "crank" should be more directly underneath the seat. The bike operates very silently by using the magnetic resistance. I just wonder if this system will hold up in the long run.
One major gripe I had, was the assembly. Screwing the pedal shafts into the crank arms took a herculean effort! The wimpy little stamped-metal wrench supplied was a joke here. I had to find a huge, heavy adjustable wrench, lubricate both the male and female threads, and then have someone hold the opposite crank arm with all their might in order to get the shafts threaded in completely. It's as if the threaded surfaces had been painted AFTER the threads were cut which made threading them together almost impossible. I'll update this review after some usage to see how it holds up to the wear and tear of actual use.
Well-built bike........not the best bio-mechanics
July 5, 2013
I am a former personal trainer so I hope my comments are useful to interested buyers. The build quality of the bike is excellent; however the main drawback of the bike is its bio-mechanics, or the way it interacts with your body when you are cycling.

Regarding build quality---the bike is made of excellent materials for the most part, and is a solid piece of machinery. The bike is very sturdy and stable when you're cycling. I had never owned a magnetic resistance bike before, so I was a little nervous about the concept. But I am very impressed with the quiet, smooth pedaling action of the bike at all levels of resistance. I am in average physical condition, and the bike provides more than enough resistance at level 4 to 6 (out of 8) to give me a good workout.

The main problem with the bike is the bio-mechanics, i.e. the way your body interacts with the bike. Here are some of the reasons:

1) It is not truly an upright bike (such as a regular road bike). The pedals are too far forward. The bike is a cross between an upright and recumbent bike, however there is no seatback to lean back against. The pedals are so far forward, you are pushing them away from your body to some extent. This may put more stress on your unsupported back. Also, because of the forward pedal position, it is very difficult to get full range of motion (ROM) without being uncomfortable, especially with the extra wide seat. Full ROM is when your legs are almost straight at the bottom of the pedal stroke, but not locked. Full ROM makes any exercise more effective. However people with injuries or joint problems should generally limit their ROM--so this may not be an issue for those people.

2) The seat may be too wide for some individuals, since your legs may not entirely clear the seat on the down stroke and your thighs may rub against the seat. That's one of the main reasons road bikes have narrow seats. I have to sit forward on the seat to be comfortable.

3) The seat gets hard for me after riding for about 30 minutes. The design of this seat is very different than that of a typical road bike seat. The seat is pretty low tech. It's made of a triangular plywood base covered with foam. The foam feels like upholstery grade foam. The plywood base is bolted directly to the seat post, with no shock absorption system. Also the seat is perfectly flat and not contoured to fit your bottom. When I ride the bike for more than 30 minutes (sometimes less) I can feel my "sit bones" sinking into the foam, and my center bottoming out. I'm not saying that will happen to you. It depends on your anatomy and other factors. The rub (pun intended) is that higher tech bike seats are made of firmer materials, including denser rubberized foam that supports your weight better and collapses less. A cushy seat is not necessarily better when it comes to a bike seat.

The bike has some very positive features (including the low price) and seems to work well for a lot of people. I just wanted to point out that there are also some issues to consider. Whether or not these issues affect you depends a lot on your anatomy and how you use the bike.
7%
Feels good, but noisy.
April 24, 2017
Easy assembly. So far it operates smoothly, but its noisy. The belt is quiet, but the resistance pad is noisy. I tested a Sunny Health and Fitness bike that had a felt pad over the resistance brake and it was very quiet. Much quieter than this one. There is no felt over this pad. It is more like the material found on traditional bike brake pads. I don't know why it's different than the ones with the felt. Maybe there are some benefits. But it is noisy.
it is a great indoor cycle for the price
November 30, 2016
Despite some damage to the plastic housing, it is a great indoor cycle for the price. The heavy flywheel provides a smooth ride and the bike feels very sturdy even when standing. The seat is a bit hard like most bikes but you could always buy a different seat or wear some bike shorts. The quality control could use some work but I did get for under $300.I only just recently obtained the bike but it is already making the thumping noise with each pedal stroke that some other people are getting. I will update this review once I attempt to fix it.
Affordable, Sturdy, and Simple
August 19, 2016
I bought this bike last year when I had to stop running because of a bum knee. I had seen the spin cycle classes on TV and thought that I give it a try at home, since sweating and breathing heavily in public isn't appealing to me. Anyway, this bike looked to be sturdy and affordable for my budget. I've been fairly happy with it. I don't use it all the time (I switch between walking on the treadmill, using the reclining bike, doing yoga and pilates, etc.) and I haven't had any problems with it.When I ride, the bike is very sturdy and quiet. I can stand on it and it is very stable. (I'm 5' 5" tall and hover around 125 pounds.) I find the adjustments on the seat and handlebars to make it comfortable for me. I had my husband help me set it up, since it comes in a box, disassembled.The only thing I don't like is the dial that is used to create the tension. It doesn't have specific settings, so I never really know what I'm riding at. I don't feel like I have consistency with the workout this way. When I ride along with the videos I watch, they all seem to be able to move up and down a specific number of levels, but I can't do that, so I'm always guessing.There also aren't any devices to track distance, time, calories or anything like that, which I guess is a trade-off for the cheap price. Also, I found a way to tighten my iPad to the handlebars with a headband because there isn't a holder for electronics, another drawback, I guess.If I had more money, I'd buy something with the bells and whistles, but as far as the bike is concerned for exercising, it works for me.Also, the bike seat is incredibly hard and painful! I replaced mine with a gel seat for comfort, an added expense.
Unstable.
April 14, 2016
Not sure if it's the bike quality or the fact that I have wood floors but when I cycle and move TOO much, it feels really unstable. The front moves from side to side like it's not screwed in right (but it's at it's tightest). I have wood floors so maybe the floor aren't even, but I bought a heavy duty mat to put the bike on, and that hasn't made it better. So, my guess is, the bike is just not good enough to handle the same type of choreography you can do on a more expensive bike that you would find at a studio.
Good bike, horrific packaging.
March 21, 2016
Well first off I received the package in the worst condition I have ever received any delivery, the box was broken, the bike frame was bent, dented, scratches, and scuffed. They did not include the hardware bag with necessary screws and Allen key, so I had to go to Home Depot to buy them.The bike itself is great, quiet, efficient, nice looking, very adjustable, works well for me (5'7 140 pounds) and my wife (5'4" 125). The seat is incredibly uncomfortable, but I'm sure I can get a gel slip cover. I like the bike a lot, but the condition of it upon delivery and missing hardware has left a bad taste in my mouth.
Solid spinner bike but has some issues...
February 16, 2015
Been using the bike for about a month now. As a man, I don't use the straps on the pedal because they won't fit a man so I use the other side of the pedal. The pedal straps are only large enough for a woman. The seat is horrible, so I replaced with a Cloud-9 cruiser seat. This bike is not made for shorter people, i.e. less than 5'4" and doesn't have enough adjustments for other people. I added a Cateye Velo 9 bike computer (used velcro to attach) so I would have some stats during the work-out. Overall, well-built bike but has some things that manufacturer needs to address.

Two Star Reviews:

3%
Console problems
August 14, 2017
I purchased on 3/28/17. Item arrived on time, assembly was pretty easy, adjusting the seat to my height (I'm 5'7") wasn't a problem even though some of the reviews had issues with the seat height, bike was quiet and it was an over all great bike. However, after only 5 1/2 months of use the console stopped working. Also when the console did work I'd have to completely remove the batteries to get the console to completely reset. If didn't once I stopped for the day the pulse and speed would stop. Once I resumed cycling the calorie counter and distance would resume from the last cycling session instead of starting the count from zero. However now that the console has completely gone up after less than 6 months I would recommend this bike.
Initial quality seemed good. It assembled easily
January 23, 2017
Initial quality seemed good. It assembled easily, and is solid. Upon initial use, it seemed very smooth and quiet. Adjustable resistance worked well. Now, after one week of use (5 times at 30 minutes each time), there is a "thumping" sound coming from the flywheel/magnet area upon every evolution of the pedal. It is getting louder, very distracting, and VERY DISAPPOINTING. I guess I will continue to use it until it breaks, and then try to find another exercise bike.
Assembly problem
March 6, 2015
The left threaded hole - for the pedal shaft - had an imperfect thread. This prevented the pedal shaft from being attached easily. Although the right pedal shaft went on with no problem, the left pedal shaft could only be attached by using EXTREME force and two sets of vice grip plyers.
This was after I had cleaned all of the threads with a wire brush in an attempt to remove particles which may have been causing the problem.
The problem with the defective thread was extreme - I'm not sure how I got it together. Now that it's finally assembled, I like the unit very much. The basic assembly is fairly easy - but the left threaded hole was/is defective on my unit.
I have to wear fashion sneakers to bike
January 14, 2015
Seat cushioning is not good. The overall height is NOT for user who is shorter than 5'2". I have to wear fashion sneakers (with wedge height) in order to use it. Assembly instruction is not intuitive.
However, the exercise is good. Resistance adjustment is reasonable. Should help maintain overall good well being. Not for "Iron-man" or "Tour de France training.
So hard to re-package and I gave up returning it.
Will use it occasionally.
Low confidence in product. Noisy, rattly.
May 13, 2014
First off - The bike came with some cosmetic damage. The plastic 'shell' housing the main components was chipped and the two pieces were poorly seated. I needed to flex the plastic to get it to seat well and then I had to tighten the loose bolts.

For the first 15 miles on the odometer or so the bike performed excellently. After about 15 miles, the bike became very noisy. Between a periodic clicking and a sound similar to baseball cards in bike spokes, the bike drowns out the TV. The coil or whatever inside the bike rattles significantly when cycling.

Unfortunately between the cosmetic damage and the incipient loud noise, I've lost confidence in the long term stability of the product. My enjoyment of the bike went down significantly after the loud noise began after only about 15 miles into the odometer.

But, the resistance settings are nice and the computer settings are well laid out. It assembled easily. It feels sturdy. The seat and peddles fit me well and I'm a very tall person - 6'5". It folds nicely for storage. It's lightweight - I pick it up and move it around rather than using the wheels.

It's just a shame that it's so noisy.
3%
Busted
August 2, 2017
We love the way the bike rides- it is still rideable. But the box that it came in was busted with a big hole in it resulting in a part on the side of the bike being broke and unsightly, which everyone notices. I wrote an email back to the company and they never responded.
Friction pad does not work properly.
July 13, 2017
Bike seems sturdy for the price. However, the friction pad is completely unreliable. It jerks constantly and is not consistent. If I make a tiny adjustment but then go back, it's as if I turned the knob a whole turn. Applying some or no pressure while making adjustments makes no difference. I also notice that if I peddle faster without an adjustment, it will seem to let go of the wheel and less friction will be applied. This issue makes the bike completely unreliable for a workout. I have had the bike for two days.
Loved this bike for a few months
May 20, 2017
Loved this bike for a few months, then the left toe cage broke off. Sunny replaced it and sent one for the right side as well. A few months later, the belt shredded and fell off. While waiting for a response as to whether Sunny will replace the belt, we have ordered another bike-a different brand found in gyms. After getting only 6 months use for $350, I cannot recommend the Sunny Health & Fitness Belt Drive Indoor Cycling Bike.
It has some issues....
February 10, 2017
I purchased this bike after looking at many bikes over a period of time. The majority of the reviews have been positive so that is mainly why I bought it along with the decent price and the heavy flywheel. The bike arrived in a box that was pretty torn. The Styrofoam around the bike was mostly in pieces. I was somewhat concerned but hoped for the best.The bike is very heavy. My husband helped me carry the main frame upstairs. I was able to put the bike together fairly easily. Once I got to the part where you insert the handlebar I had an issue. The 'bushing' that had been there before was pushed down in the handlebar stem and was broken. I had to contact Sunny and get a replacement piece. I had to wait several days to get it. It was difficult to pull the broken piece out as it was stuck in there with something sticky but finally got it out with a pair of pliers. Once I got the new bushing inserted the rest of the assembly was fairly easy. My husband had to tighten the seat since it was very hard to get it tight enough without it rocking. BTW, I purchased this gel pad seat Zacro Gel Bike Seat - BS031 Extra Soft Gel Bicycle Seat - Bike Saddle Cushion with Water&Dust Resistant Cover (Black) . I knew with the pricing of this bike that the seat would be lousy so if you buy this bike then either replace the entire seat or get a good gel pad seat.I have ridden the bike several times. The ride is smooth for the most part. However, I have had periodic'knocking' as some other reviewers have noted. You can feel it under the left pedal on my bike. It's not with every ride and it only seems to happen while standing during the ride. Unless it becomes persistent I will likely not address this until it becomes an ongoing problem.I would not say that this bike has the same sturdiness as the bikes at my gym. We have Techno-gym bikes and this bike isn't in the same class. However, for a home bike with only one or two riders this bike should work okay. I will give it 2 stars for now based on the issues I had with the bike and since I don't know if the knocking will become a problem. It was extremely disappointing to pay this much money and have the bike arrive broken. I will update this review after I have had the bike for awhile and see how reliable it really is.Pros:Heavy FlywheelPriceCons:Quality control issuesSeat
Not recommended
July 16, 2016
Started making a clicking noise about the fourth day...contacted the manufacture and they said someone would contact me within 24 hours...that was 24 days ago. It works but the noise is irritating. I just use for exercise...I would not recommend it for anyone training seriously. Get a Schwinn
Packaging doesn't keep bike from damage
May 13, 2016
Poor packaging, should have heeded the reviews . The plastic shield at pedals broken in pieces. I asked for a part to fix it, simple piece of plastic held in by a few screws. Made me return the whole thing. Difficult repacking because impossible to keep styrofoam and all cardboard intact . Warning!!! Unpack outside and don't destroy packaging opening it up... I'll try once more try , hoping it comes unbroken!!!!

One Star Reviews:

5%
screw holes are stripped out on a piece…HELP!
August 29, 2017
Very disappointed. I have spent a good part of the evening trying to assemble my exercise bike only to discover that the holes/threading where you attach the monitor/handlebars to the frame with the screws, are completely stripped! I know the trick, that when there are 4 screws, to tighten each cross corner, not screwing them all down individually, so to have ALL FOUR holes stripped really upset me. The monitor/handlebars will not stay attached. I CANNOT USE THIS BIKE. from the looks of it, all I need is a new Monitor/handlebar so that I can attach it to the frame… It is this piece that has the stripped out screw holes… I would like to keep the bike but need a replacement piece… Please advise.

UPDATE: The company, Paradigm Health & Wellness, reached out to me upon my review to correct my situation. They replaced the monitor/handlebar, and screws, and I am now able to use my bike. It works GREAT and I appreciate the swift actions/resolution to my issue. THANK YOU, Paradigm Health & Wellness!
Looking for Customer Service Help!
August 19, 2017
Descent bike, wide seat, I'm a bit short at 5'1 reaching the pedals with the seat all the way to the bottom, but my problem is I just set up the bike, even though I bought it a few months due to having surgery and awaiting the recovery period. I was disappointed to see that the LCD did not work. I am looking for a good customer service phone number. When I contacted the warranty section I was told I needed to contact the manufacturer first due to the LCD monitor was not on warranty. A bit puzzled about the warranty then.
Set up was fairly easy and the operation was nearly silent in the beginning
August 30, 2016
I purchased this bike after reading all the glowing reviews of the product. For the first two months, the bike performed as intended. Set up was fairly easy and the operation was nearly silent in the beginning. I mostly used the bike in the 5-6 resistance range and sometimes up to 8.

However, after several months, I started to note that the pedalling wasn't smooth and was slipping at resistance 4 and above. Under the bike showed a lot of what looked like ground up rubber on the floor below the flywheel casing. Eventually, going even above resistance two caused a "cracking noise" and now the bike does not work at all. A quick search of Amazon reviews showed that I'm not the only one with the issue. bike started making clicking and whirring sounds after a few weeks of usage. These sounds became louder as the bike usage increased. The pedals/cranks also began slipping (from heavy tension to almost zero tension within a single crank stroke) during moderate use. As other reviews attest to, the bike became unusable for anything other than very short, low resistance rides.

Given how the heinous problems that basically every reviewer with a similar has had with the company, I have not even bothered to try and contact the 800 number. Keep your expectations low--the bike will work well for a time, but the honeymoon is brief. As others have said, if you want any kind of serious workout, you will end up quickly with a broken bike.
The bike itself is great however it came with a piece broken internally
August 15, 2016
The bike itself is great however it came with a piece broken internally. Customer service for the warranty is terrible, will not answer calls only emails. The 1 year warranty only covers the frame, everything else is only 90 days. Unit was delivered damaged and per their warranty they will only send me replacement parts which i have to take apart the main pulley, which i shouldn't have to do for a broken unit upon delivery. Bike okay, manufacture terrible. Customer service terrible. DO NOT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT! ALSO THE HEART RATE MONITOR IS NOT ACCURATE AT ALL!
Damaged upon delivery
March 2, 2016
Two of my friends have this bike and seem to really enjoy using it. The price is great, it doesn't take up a lot of space, and the seat provides a decent amount of cushioning. I figured this would be perfect since I've been looking to buy a piece of exercise equipment for a while. It showed up at my house and I assembled the entire bike, only to find that it didn't work. For some reason, the magnetic piece on the flywheel that is supposed to track time, calories, speed, ect., was not communicating any of this info to the center screen. This made the screen completely useless, because I couldn't track any of my stats. This was such a huge letdown because I was really excited to use this bike. I called the customer service number and they told me to watch a youtube video on how to possibly fix this problem, but after attempting this for a few hours, it proved to be fruitless. Needless to say, I am sending it back.
8%
Aggravation and frustration!
August 7, 2017
Is anyone else as frustrated as I am with this bike? Only used it once and now it makes a horrible very loud banging noise. The banging is so loud I can hear it over my music. Took it apart because another customer had listed a fix for this problem. Tried working on it for 2 hours and still as bad as before. All I want to do is get my spinning workout and all I got is frustration and aggravation. I'll now need to find and pay for someone to come out and service this new bike that shouldn't need any service. Don't waste your money with this company
Very disappointed with this bike
March 23, 2017
Very disappointed with this bike. I though it was a quiet bike but not at all, the brake make a lot of noise it is really annoying. I wish I could return it but it's too complicated and too heavy..
Belt slipping after 3 weeks
January 12, 2017
I love the bike, it is solid; however, the belt is slipping after 3 weeks and there is no maintenance documentation nor have I found anything on the internet to fix this problem. Since I am sure this has happened before, the company has failed to provide support of their product.
So this bike seems sturdy and functions really well for the price
April 12, 2016
So this bike seems sturdy and functions really well for the price. But! When you put on few hours on (say about 15-20 hours), the bike starts to produce a metal clanking noise on each rotation. I tried using silicone spray and even interacted with the customer correspondence team of the seller but could not fix it. I was worried that if the noise won't go away even after 30-day return policy then it is an exercise in futility so I chose to return it. By the way, the exercise the customer interaction team wants you to go through require some maneuvering so if you are not adept at tools etc, don't even think about this bike. The bike itself seems nice and has some desirable features but the metal noise coming out hub area is really annoying and gives impression that there is something seriously wrong with the workmanship of this product.I would recommend not buying this or any such product on Amazon as the shipping such big product is an monumental hassle. Get it from Walmart or Target with their maintenance plans which fix the bike along with replacing a bad product without you paying for the shipping.
this piece of junk is advertised as a bike
March 28, 2016
This bike is a piece of junk. I have had it 6 months and it is already broken. First it started making a grating sound. Because the flywheel is grinding into the plastic cover and now the belt won't stay on. I have repaired twice and the fix doesn't last for more than a few minutes. Don't waste your money.
THIS BIKE WAS HORRIBLE
February 2, 2016
This bike was horrible. Two weeks after I purchased the bike the area around the flywheel started making a knocking noise that continued as long as you were pedaling it. I tried lubricating the area around the axel, but knocking continued and never got better. While exercising the knocking was so loud. I had to take it back. I see so many reviews just like mine, and these bikes are being sold like this. SUNNY FIX THE PROBLEM OR ELSE STOP SELLING IT.
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$149.00updated: Mar 19, 2020
$299.00updated: Mar 19, 2020
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0890598012000
0066510636184
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Sports
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Exerpeutic
Sunny Health & Fitness
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USD
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$199.99
$499.00
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Height
354.3 in
1732.3 in
Length
Length
1811.0 in
3543.3 in
Manufacturer
Manufacturer
Exerpeutic
Sunny Distributor Inc.
Model
Model
1200
SF-B1002
MPN
MPN
1200
49010018_Grau/Schwarz/Rot_One Size
Number of Items
Number of Items
1
1
Number of Parts
Number of Parts
1200
49010018_Grau/Schwarz/Rot_One Size
Product Group
Product Group
Sports
Sports
Product Type
Product Type
SPORTING_GOODS
SPORTING_GOODS
Publisher
Publisher
Exerpeutic
Sunny Distributor Inc.
Quantity
Quantity
1
1
Reviews
Reviews
Score
Score
9
8.6
Studio
Studio
Exerpeutic
Sunny Distributor Inc.
Weight
Weight
151.0 oz
405.7 oz
Width
Width
551.2 in
787.4 in
Feature
Feature

WEIGHT CAPACITY: Up to 300 lbs

SEATING COMFORT: Large seat cushion for people of any size, easily adjustable to fit anywhere from 5'3 inch to 6'1 inch users. HEART RATE: Hand Pulse Monitor

Please tight the Screws/Bolts to avoid noise during pedaling.

SPACE SAVER DESIGN: Folds for storage and can moved with the included transportation wheels

TENSION RESISTANCE: An 8 level Magnetic Tension control system, allows the user to adjust the tension level for an easier or more difficult workout.

Fully adjustable seat and handlebar

Heavy duty steel frame with a 49lbs flywheel

Belt drive mechanism for smooth and quiet workouts

Adjustable resistance with a press down brake system

Transportation wheels for easy portability

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