Schwinn is best known for their high quality bicycles, but they also manufacture recumbent-style exercise bikes. Their bikes have varying resistance levels, pre-programmed workout routines and a variety of extra comfort features which make indoor exercising enjoyable. The following Schwinn recumbent exercise bike reviews discuss only a fraction of Schwinn’s complete line.

Schwinn 240:
Schwinn’s best selling recumbent exercise bike, model 240 offers the comfort and effectiveness that few others can offer. The Schwinn 240 has a total of 16 different resistance levels which provide a challenge to people of all experience levels. Dial up the resistance as your legs strengthen and your stamina increases. The 240 never leaves you alone in your training endeavors, as it has 17 different pre-loaded workout programs for you to experience. It also has eight different course profiles, the ability to set a target heart rate and custom profiles for two people. The grip on the handle has a heart rate monitor which displays your current heart rate on the screen. The padded seat orients the user in the comfortable recumbent position and has excellent lumbar support.

Schwinn A20:
The A20 Schwinn recumbent exercise bike uses eddy currents to create eight resistance levels to choose from. Getting started with the A20 is as easy as using the onboard quick-start program. Users can select from 6 workout programs which are as fun as they are challenging. During the workout, information such as distance traveled, pulse, calories burned, resistance level, course profiles, speed, RPM, and time are displayed on the LCD screen. Your heart rate is constantly monitored by the sensor in the grip. Entering and exiting the A20 is easy thanks to the step-through style frame. The A20 has a padded seat which can be adjusted for leg length. Comfort accessories like a water bottle holder, cooling fan, wheels and a book rack are also included.

Schwinn 230:
This sleek and compact unit has 16 resistance levels and 6 preset programs. The LCD screen positioned directly in front of the seat displays information like speed, calories burned, time and much more. The seat is padded for comfort and has dual lumbar support as well as side handles. The seat slides along the frame front or back to adjust to varying leg lengths. As with most Schwinn recumbent exercise bikes, a heart rate monitor is built into the handle.  The Bio Fit pedals keep your feet attached at all times and help prevent injury. It can be stored in the closet or moved around using the transport wheels on the bottom. The water bottle holder keeps a cool drink handy at all times.