Schwinn® 240 Recumbent Bike
Product Rating
Product Features
BioFit™ Comfort
- Seating system with padded ergonomic seat and dual-position lumbar support
- Adjustable console and seat
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
- Telemetry-enabled, integrated grip heart rate system
- Schwinn Advantage™ workout tracking
- 16 resistance levels
You May Also Like:
| Performance Features | |
| Resistance Levels | 16 |
| Resistance System | Quiet magnetic ECB (Eddy Current Brake) resistance |
| Number of Programs | 17 |
| Workout Programs | 1 Manual, 11 Profile |
| Heart Rate Monitor | Telemetry & Contact Heart Rate |
| Display Features | |
| Display Type | Multi-color, backlit LCD |
| Display Readout | Time, Interval Time, RPM, Watts, Distance, Pulse, Speed, Calories, Resistance |
| Integrated Features | |
| Reading Rack | Yes |
| Water Bottle Holder | Yes |
| Fan | No |
| Rear Stabilizers/Frame Levelers | Yes |
| Transport Wheels | Yes |
| Switchable From Miles To KM | Yes |
| Fore/Aft Seat Adjustment | Yes |
| Oversized Deluxe Pedals | Yes |
| Specs & Warranty | |
| Product Dimensions | 63" L x 25" W x 46" H (160 x 64 x 117 cm) |
| Machine Weight | 117 lbs (53 kg) |
| Maximum User Weight | 300 lbs (136 kg) |
| Power Requirements | AC Adapter |
| Warranty | Frame: 5 years, Mechanical & Electric: 1 year, Wear Parts: 90 days |
You May Also Like:
Shipping Information for Schwinn® 240 Recumbent Bike
Shipping Charges Per Address
| Ship To | Shipping Charge | Leaves Warehouse In |
| Standard Delivery | ||
| Contiguous US | $59.99 | 2-10 business days* |
| Hawaii/Alaska | $159.99 | 2-10 business days* |
Standard Delivery
Ground delivery is standard for this item. Assembly is not included.
*Approved payment must be received for orders to be processed. Credit card (Bowflex™ Credit Card, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express) payments are generally approved the same day. Electronic funds transfers and online financing applications may require additional processing time. Western Union and check orders require payment to be received and verified by Nautilus, Inc. prior to being approved. Delivery timing depends on receipt and approval of payments by Nautilus, Inc., the shipping method selected, and individual product availability
General Shipping Information
Items ordered together might not ship at the same time; your credit card or account will be billed only for what is shipped. Delivery for some items may only be available within the 48 contiguous United States. Delivery is not available to P.O. Boxes, APO/FPO addresses, or international destinations. Inclement weather may cause unforeseen delays in shipping.
All shipping & handling charges are subject to change without notice.
If you have any questions about delivery in your area or need advice regarding assembly of a product, please call our Customer Service department at (800) 605-3369.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 28 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Stable (25)
- Quiet operation (24)
- Smooth operation (24)
- Comfortable (22)
- Easy to use (21)
Cons
- Difficult to adjust (5)
Best Uses
- Low impact exercise (24)
- General fitness (23)
- Weight loss (16)
- Heart rate training (15)
- Physical therapy (11)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (22), Gym rat (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (27)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great bike!
I bike (on a road bike outdoors) about 25 to 50 miles per week in good weather. I use the Schwinn 240 primarily to keep my fitness up when the weather is too bad...Read complete review
I bike (on a road bike outdoors) about 25 to 50 miles per week in good weather. I use the Schwinn 240 primarily to keep my fitness up when the weather is too bad to ride outside -- which is much of the winter and some weeks of the summer where I live. It is easy to program, comfortable and runs smoothly. It is exactly what I wanted. After reading some other reviews about setup, we decided to pay the extra money to have setup included, especially since I am 55 and have some arthritis. The setup took the expert about 45 minutes -- I'm sure it would have taken me much longer. Also, when the setup is included you don't have to worry about any hassle if something isn't working, so it seemed like good insurance. [...]
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Can't Use It
I tried every way, but couldn't adjust this bike to help my knees, which is why the dr. said I should get it. I'd like my money back. Anyone want to buy this...Read complete review
I tried every way, but couldn't adjust this bike to help my knees, which is why the dr. said I should get it. I'd like my money back. Anyone want to buy this? Might work for you. Could anyone suggest a better bike?
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 28 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-10
Previous | Next »
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Use
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
- Seat assembly difficult
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Heart Rate Training
- Low Impact Exercise
- Performance Training
- Physical Therapy
- Weight Loss
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
This is my second 240. After over 20 years of continuous use (four or more times per week), I was satisfied with the quality so ordered another one. Other than difficuly in installing the seat assembly, I'm very satisfied with the new 240.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Adjust
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Heart Rate Training
- Low Impact Exercise
- Performance Training
- Physical Therapy
- Weight Loss
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
My husband and I use this recumbent bike to stay active and lose weight. The bike is great and easy to use. The operation is smooth and very quiet. Please read the instructions in it's entirety before starting this will ensure an easy setup. This bike is truely a Schwinn product, easy, comfortable and quiet. We highly recommend it to anyone that wants quality for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Adjust
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Low Impact Exercise
- Physical Therapy
- Weight Loss
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
Having injured myself years ago, and developing a resulting disability, movement and excercise were not easy to accomplish. I had a bariatric bypass in April, this year. I was facing the need to excercise, so as to facilitate a proper rate of weight loss and regain strength and most importantly, my health. The recumbent bike was the perfect choice. My physician and I discussed the different equipment possibilities, and decided that this bike was the ideal answer. I needed a low impact, cardio rich excercise and it is gentle on my injury. The seat is most comfortable and the range of motion doesn't result in overextending myself, nor pain. It is an integral part of my weight loss program and I cycle at least 30 minutes a day. Since April 7th, this year, I have lost 85 pounds and I am feeling healthier every day. I sleep longer and more deeply, stopped using insulin and look a whole lot better! Thank you for this recumbent bike and making it available to me! I had no idea how truly cherishable my good health was, until it was disappearing. I'm coming back from ill health and lousy shape...and loving every minute of it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Adjust
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Low Impact Exercise
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
We purchased one at our home in Lincoln and thought it was so great, we purchased another to use at our lake home in Minnesota. Both my wife and I each use it generally 30 minutes every day.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Adjust
- Easy To Setup
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
- Intructions are vague
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Heart Rate Training
- Low Impact Exercise
- Weight Loss
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
I love this bike. It is easy to switch between different users and is the most quiet I have come across. Display is great as well. The only complaint I have is on the instructions. The pre- programed training programs are confusing on what the display shows and what the program is when in use. Also there is no real info on how to set up y our custom training. I have not found anywhere on the internet any sites that give examples of custom setups. The pre programed setup 1 is too easy and the second one is kind of hard. I would have liked a better explanation of the programs and also some examples of custom setups to help get all the use of the features of the bike. Other than that it is a great workout machine.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Use
- Polar HRM compatiable
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
- Need more HRM information
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Heart Rate Training
- Low Impact Exercise
- Physical Therapy
- Weight Loss
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
About an hour or so to assemble but not really that hard if one has some mechanical aptitude.
I had to perform serious on-line reasearch to determine HRM compatibility, finally went on faith with POLAR HRM (standard unit). I am not really familar with HRM so maybe another person would know this (the people at the Sporting Goods store where I bought it were clueless).
Would like updated electronics with USB interface to record sessions.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Use
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Low Impact Exercise
- Physical Therapy
- Weight Loss
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
I love this bike - it's comfortable to use and light enough to move around the room. My only issue is that the user accounts/digital interface are not as intuitive as other bikes I've used (and I'm a technophile so those things usually comes easy to me). I compared this to many other models of bikes, and feel that this bike is the best value and most practical for my use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Use
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
Cons
Best Uses
- Heart Rate Training
- Low Impact Exercise
- Physical Therapy
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
After my heart attack I needed to get more exercise that didn't make my arthritis flare up. This has been a great machine to use for my purpose. My strength and and balance have greatly improved.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Adjust
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Low Impact Exercise
- Weight Loss
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
I love it. My husband has a "bad" knee and wanted something that would be low impact for him. I use it more than he does. I like it because I can use it in the privacy of my own home, and boonus I can watch my "chick" show while I do it. I have lost 16 pounds with diet and 40 minutes a day on the bike in 1.5 months.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Quiet Operation
- Smooth Operation
- Stable
Cons
- Difficult To Adjust
Best Uses
- General Fitness
- Low Impact Exercise
- Weight Loss
Comments about Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike:
So far this is a wonderful bike!! The only thing is going through the process to adjust between me and my husband using it. But I am sure we will get used to it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-10
Previous | Next »
Do you have questions about this product?
get answers from real customers and in-house experts with AnswerBox.
Q:
Is this a magnetic resistance bike?Asked on 1/16/2012 by Anonymous from Texas1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Yes. The Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike uses a quiet magnetic ECB (Eddy Current Brake) resistance system.Answered on 1/24/2012 by AH from Vancouver, WA
Q:
Is the 240 hard to move from one room to another,once it has been set-up?Asked on 6/13/2011 by Chuck from Fl.1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
As long as the doorway is wide enough (the bike is 25" wide) it should be fairly easy. The bike has built-in wheels in the front so you can lift it up from the back and roll it.Answered on 6/17/2011 by RC from Nautilus WHQ, Vancouver, WA
Q:
What is the diameter of the downtube? I'm looking to attach an iPad mount to it.
Thanks.Asked on 4/25/2011 by ward from New York1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
7.5 inches.Answered on 4/26/2011 by RC from Nautilus WHQ, Vancouver, WA
Q:
The specifications refer to "17 workout programs".
What, specifically, is a "workout program". How does it work within your workout session or ride?Asked on 4/5/2011 by Dave from Rice Lake, WI1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
The Schwinn 240 console has 17 unique features. They are preset programs (9), distance goal (1), custom workout (1), Heart rate controlled (1), fitness test (1), cool down (1), workout summary (1) and user profiles (2). Preset programs, distance goal, custom workout, heart rate controlled and fitness test will automatically adjust the resistance of the machine while you are working out. The other features are user feedback type of programs.Answered on 4/7/2011 by Rick from NLS_WHQ
Q:
What do you mean by "wear parts" in your warranty?Asked on 3/18/2011 by Greg from Chicago1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Hello Greg,
Wear parts refer to parts that wear due to normal wear. On the 240, this would include the foam grips.Answered on 3/18/2011 by Rick from NLS_WHQ
Q:
Is this machine equipped with a fly wheel? If so how much does it weigh (weight of fly wheel alone)?Asked on 2/26/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Yes, the 240 is equipped with a 16.5LB perimeter weighted flywheel. By using a perimeter weighted flywheel design and high inertia gearing, the unit has a smooth balanced feel.Answered on 2/28/2011 by Rick from NLS_WHQ
Q:
Most recumbent bikes I've used allow for kinetic energy from peddling to power the display. I'm finding my Schwinn 240 display will only turn on if the AC adapter is connected. Is my bike defective or is the design that the power cable must be connected?Asked on 2/24/2011 by John from Salt Lake UT1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Hello John, All Schwinn exercise bikes require the product to be plugged into an AC outlet. The only exception to this is the Active Series products. They require batteries.Answered on 2/28/2011 by Rick from NLS_WHQ
Q:
What is the advantage of the 240 over the 220? TWO people plan on using this, so is it easy to adjust from one to the other, as far as seat adjustment and settings?Asked on 2/21/2011 by babyboomer adventures from canton OH1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
The 240 has a more advanced console than the 220. One of the features is the ability to allow for 2 users to set up their personal profiles and to create a custom workout. Additionally, the 240 is telemetry enabled and will work with a wireless heart rate chest belt transmitter. In regards to adjustability between two users, the 220 and the 240 seat adjustment mechanisms are the same. The 240 does have the ability to adjust console angle. The 220 does not have the console angle adjustment.Answered on 2/28/2011 by RC from Nautilus WHQ, Vancouver, WA
Q:
Is the seat on 220 the 240 the same?Asked on 2/20/2011 by Anonymous from Littleton , CO1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Hello - The 240 has the same back support as the 220. But the bottom cushion on the 240 is covered in a one piece material that eliminates any seams and provides more comfort.Answered on 2/28/2011 by Rick from NLS_WHQ
Q:
PLEASE explain the "lock/scan button-cycles through your workout variable for 6 secons each..push stop/reset for manual control of the scan function."Asked on 2/20/2011 by need bike for physical therapy1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
During a workout, the 240 console will scan between: Time (of workout) / Interval Time (time of the segment you are in), Speed / Watts, RPM / Level. By pressing the Scan Lock button once, you can lock the display to show: Time, Speed, RPM. Press it again and it will lock on: Interval Time, Watts, Level. Press it again and it will go into Scan mode.Answered on 2/28/2011 by Rick from NLS_WHQ
