I am very happy with my bike. It is exactly what I needed to keep an exercise program at my 71 years of age. Easy to assemble, easy to ride and the pounds are melting away. I would recommend this bike to anyone who may not be able to join a spinning class.
I have actually had the bike put together for a week and feel like it is a quality purchase thus far. It definitely is what I needed post lumbar spine surgery to help me with my progress. Still working on the functionality but I am getting the hang of it! I will update my review in a few weeks or so.
Get the black RB505. I extensively researched all Recumbent Elliptical trainers/bikes with arm exerciser and foot platforms (not strap-in bike pedals). The packaging was excellent and the mechanical workmanship exceptional. All nuts, bolts, connections, everything are precision made, no cheap hardware. Recommend assemble with real tools (socket, box wrench, torx/star tool, screwdrivers); not the toy tools provided. No need to remove rubber bands that hold electrical connections, just don't pinch any wires. If anything seems loose, just shake and fully tighten up looseness after assembly and upon initial riding. Works smooth as butter. Quiet. I'm convinced the RB505 is the very best for cost/benefit. It takes time to unpack and to assemble, but worth it. I unpacked one day and assembled the next. Don't be in a hurry. RB505 Trainer works great with zero negatives. Big Seat is absolutely worth it. Instructions are sequential with good numbering of every piece, although they sometimes say nuts & bolts in the singular when obviously should be plural. We put ours between his & her matching recliners in family room, twelve feet from 85" TV. Commit to this highest weight capacity for its sturdiness and you won't regret it no matter what your size.
It's a great, small, and quiet bike. The directions were OK, but could have been better. It is perfect for my needs and I'm very happy with it.
Works well Im 6'3" and just had knee replacement 6 weeks ago. Needed recumbent bike and its doing great. Bout hour thirty to set up.
The riding position felt weird for the first couple sessions — like I wasn't working hard enough. But my heart rate told a different story, and my knees stopped complaining almost immediately. Lower back feels better too.
Solid recumbent bike, very quiet, feels stable, seat is decent. Console is basic and setup takes some patience, but for the price I’d definitely recommend it.
I have peroneal tendonitis in both feet. My doctor removed all weight bearing exercises and sent me to work with a physical therapist. I use a recumbent exercise bike at therapy. I asked my therapist what a good brand was for a home bike and he recommended this one. I absolutely love this bike! It suits my needs and allows me to exercise without putting weight onto my feet. Pros: Easy on joints, Quiet, Manageable assembly, Small footprint Cons: None so far!
I'm so impressed with the quality of this product. It's sturdy and feels like quality, and was actually pretty simple to put together. It's very comfortable to ride and intuitive to use. Worth every penny!
I bought this bike because I wanted to build up strength in my legs. I am also 62 and needed it not to be too difficult. I really enjoyed using my new bike and it fits into my routine. Very well built and easy to assemble.
Arrived with only one missing screw. Setup was easy. It functions well.
I was skeptical about the fit, but it was a perfect fit and it works great!!!
Your customer support is excellent;, and my bike is back up and going again. A pedal and crank replacement on the left side was required and the material was shipped to me quickly and was very fairly priced. When I got the left side crank and pedal they were different than the right side and the real problem was the new rank was over an inch shorter. It turned out that the pedals and ranks for my bike had been redesigned, and Vanswe Fitness quickly shippd the right side replacements to match, and after the installation I found it to be quite an improvement. I also needed a replacement seat back and one was shipped to me at no charg3 and all I had to do was pay freight. Very pleased with this organization and their customer suport people.
Excellent bike! I’m saving about $70 a month compared to gym memberships. Assembly was straightforward—having a second person definitely helps. It offers multiple resistance levels, runs quietly, and is simple to operate. The entire family enjoys using it.
Got off to a rough start explaining my concern about getting a left pedal that did not match my right pedal pedal, and getting a let crank that was shorter by an inch or more than the right crank. But after a few emails customer service finished strong and I am happy with the outcome.
I’m really appreciating what this recumbent exercise bike offers. It’s comfortable to use, and even with my back and knee issues, I haven’t experienced any discomfort. The range of resistance levels and performance tracking features keeps the workouts engaging and motivating.
The open-frame design has been a lifesaver for me. After a serious accident, swinging my leg over a traditional bike frame became impossible. With this model, I can simply step through and sit down—no struggle at all. I didn’t want to deal with the complicated assembly, so I had a handyman put it together.
Putting it together requires a little patience. But once it's done, it works perfectly!
Even though the assembly process wasn’t the quickest, the end result made the effort worthwhile. The bike feels sturdy and comfortable overall. The seat and backrest offer good support, though adding a bit more cushioning on the seat would make it even better. I haven’t explored every feature on the console yet, but the core functions I’m using so far have been great.
Love my Bike! It is so smoothe and comfortable. It is also very quiet! I am 76 years old and it is a perfect way to exercise for me! The monitor is a perfect way to keep up with my mileage, time, distance, calories and pulse. The wide pedals are also a plus! Highly recommend!
Setup was straightforward, and I’ve been using it consistently to manage my knee problems. Walking tends to put too much pressure on my joints, but this bike lets me maintain leg strength without that impact. It’s a solid option for anyone looking to build or preserve lower-body strength without the pounding that comes from walking or running.
I contacted customer service because my right pedal was making a squeaky sound so I requested a replacement. I provided them the model # and they were helpful and friendly. The replacement pedal came with instructions and the tools to install the new one. Great service.
Vanswe RB405 Recumbent Stationary Bike (90% Pre-assembled)
I’m really pleased with this exercise bike. It’s working perfectly for me. I’m 72 and not as mobile as I used to be but I can get on this easy. I can also up the resistance which I needed. Love that it works your arms too. It’s very sturdy and comfortable