Search thousands of topics on CostHelper

BROWSE ALL TOPICS >> babies & children  cars  consumer electronics health & personal care home & garden personal finance  pets  schools small business sports weddings
CostHelper > Sports & Fitness  > Exercise Bike

Exercise Bike Cost


How Much Does an Exercise Bike Cost?

 
low costLow: Around $250average costMedium: $500+high costHigh: $1,000+

A bike's seating structure and features drive the cost. Recumbent bikes, which according to Consumer Search[1] are better for the back and knees, can cost around 10 percent more than traditional upright bikes.

Typical costs:

  • ProForm offers its GR 80 recumbent[2] with 4 workout programs for $250. For $500, The Exercise Bike Superstore sells the upright Epic 300U with double the workout programs and 10 levels of resistance.
  • For $600, Schwinn sells the 213 Recumbent[3] with 13 resistance levels, 11 workout programs and wider pedals. The 231 Recumbent[4] is just $50 more and has 20 course settings and an ergonomic, padded riding seat.
  • Among more expensive bikes, Fitnex offers its R50s Recumbent for $1,100, with 16 resistance settings and console monitors for calorie, heart rate and speed. The Exercise Bike Superstore sells the Stex 8020 R Recumbent with 25 resistance settings and 13 programmed rides for $2,450.
  • If you want to watch TV or listen to Internet-driven radio during your workout, Expresso Fitness sells a high-tech recumbent model for $5,000 that offers TV programs and nine interactive rides displayed on a 17-inch LCD screen. Expresso's website lists dealers that sell its bikes.
Related articles: Treadmill, Elliptical Machine, Rowing Machine

What should be included:
  • All bikes should have adjustable resistance, and most offer console settings for the speed, distance and duration. Advanced models include programmed rides that simulate outdoor conditions, calorie counters and heart rate monitors.
  • Bikes often require self-assembly and have weight restrictions between up to 350 pounds. Most bikes come with a minimum one-year warranty on the frame and moveable parts.
Additional costs:
  • Cycling shoes, which typically cost $60 to $80, can enhance a workout by more firmly gripping your feet to the pedals. But make sure the shoe type fits the pedals on your bike. Most shoes come with a list of pedal types they will fit.
  • Shimano makes mesh-front styles[5] that allow for more foot flexibility than traditional tennis shoes. Brands Cycle and Fitness sells Shimano's SH-FN-120 for $75.
Discounts:
  • NordicTrack[6] and ProForm[7] sometimes slash prices up to 30 percent and offer free shipping for online orders.
Shopping for an exercise bike:
  • Sears[8] sells a wide variety of recumbent and upright bikes, including ProForm, Schwinn and NordicTrack models.
post Post   Comments (1)  
CostHelper News


7 Lesser-Known Discounts for the 50+ Crowd
As they age, members of the Baby Boomer generation don't like to admit that they're senior citizens, but they love getting discounts. It's kind of a quandary, because some of the best deals available are reduced prices for older folks. || Posted October 21 2013


7 Ways to Stretch Your Reduced Food Budget
End of the year budgets are tight for everyone, especially in this economy.It's especially hard for the millions of Americans who depend on government programs like food stamps to help make ends meet. || Posted November 11 2013

‣ All CostHelper Blog Posts


What People Are Paying - Recent Comments
Wow what a bike!
Amount: $899.00
Posted by: coyote in Dallas, TX.Posted: July 13th, 2007 02:07PM
Manufacturer: FitnexModel: Velocity
Store: Hest
Wow what a bike. I purchased the X series Velocity bike by Fitnex for my rides when I can't go to the gym for my spin classes. I love it! The bikes at my gym aren't half as good as this one and I told them so. I love the spring suspension ride especially after doing hills for 15 minutes in my training. A great buy and I'm proud of myself.
Was this post helpful to you?   yes     no Report prohibited or spam


 

Comment On Your Experience With an Exercise Bike
 
Subject:  *
Amount Spent:  *
Manufacturer: Model: 
Store:   
Comments: 
Purchased:  Year: 
City:  * State:  *
 
Information about you:
Email:  * Email addresses are not displayed.
Name:  This is the name we'll display with your post.
me on this computer
*=required field.
 



External Resources:
  1.  www.consumersearch.com/exercise-bike-reviews/best-exercise-bikes
  2.  www.proform.com/
  3.  www.nautilusinc.com/nautilus_incorporated/ourbrands.jsp
  4.  www.nautilusinc.com/nautilus_incorporated/ourbrands.jsp
  5.  www.shimano.com
  6.  www.nordictrack.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Category_-1_10301_12401_19551_Y
  7.  www.proform.com/
  8.  www.sears.com/shc/s/v_10153_12605_Fitness+%26+Sports?adCell=AH
More Sports & Fitness Topics
Check Out All Costs for Sports & Fitness How Much Do Ballet Classes Cost? How Much Do Martial Arts Classes Cost? How Much Does a Personal Trainer Cost?

Search Thousands of Topics on CostHelper.com

 
Today's Featured Cost Articles

About CostHelper
CostHelper is based in Silicon Valley and provides consumers with unbiased price information about thousands of goods and services. Our writers are experienced journalists who adhere to our strict editorial ethics policy.

CostHelper Community
UTI urgent care visit
Paid: 147.00
Visit was $135. Antibiotics was $12. Waiting for four hours in the waiting room and the visit was quick... [more]
-nervouschomper
Urinary Tract Infection Treatment Cost
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Paid: 150.00
I worked with SynShyne Services out of Monroe, NC. They were so worth the price! Professional, friendly, accurate, great attitude and always on time. I recieved an itemized report after every contact and a user friendly invoice weekly... [more]
-Gregory Richardson
Interpreter Cost
Dat
Paid: 495.00
This is how much I am paying... [more]
-Calista Christian
Dental Admission Test Cost
Shingrix
Paid: 48.00
... [more]
-Not that BB
Shingles Vaccine Cost
Skin prick allergy test
Paid: 573.00
Took my 9 yr. old in after an allergic reaction to eggs. Several panels for nuts, fish & top 8 allergens. Sure enough, egg came up. Got a script for epinephrine and left... [more]
-D’s mom
Allergy Testing Cost
Estimate for Teeth Cleaning Cat
Paid: 0.00
13 year old cat …teeth extractions, X-rays, blood work, anesthetic, cleaning estimate 2 to 3 thousand... [more]
-Terrimarie
Cat Teeth Cleaning Cost