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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: 275 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 A20 | Schwinn 220 (2009) | Schwinn 240 | Schwinn 250 | Nautilus R514 | | 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 pounds | |
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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