Sole R92 Recumbent Bike Review
$999.99
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How long will the Sole R92 Recumbent last?
The Sole R92 Recumbent Bike has a sturdy steel and aluminum constructed frame that weighs a decent 134 lbs. when fully assembled and holds up to a 300 lb. maximum capacity. It is best suited for light to moderate use and is built to last for many years with proper care and maintenance. Sole has faith in the lasting quality of their build as the frame of the R92 comes with a generous lifetime warranty. Furthermore, electronics and parts are covered for 3 years and there is a 1-year labor warranty for any issues that might arise during the first few year of use.
Brief Overview
The Sole R92 Recumbent Bike has a walk-through design that is easy to mount and engineered to offer maximum comfort and injury-free workouts. It is budget-friendly and comes with a free 30-day membership to the Studio app which incorporates on-demand training sessions, world-wide riding trails, performance data collection, and the ability to connect to other users for competitive riding sessions. The R92 offers a perfect way to ride in style on the path to better fitness health.
Overall Quality
The Sole R92 Recumbent Bike is best suited for beginning to light users and comes with a lighter-weighted 20 lb. flywheel. Riding is intensified with 20 levels of resistance that target cardio building and fat burning with every pedaling move. The console is rather bulky but comes with Bluetooth capabilities and 10 built in programs to help users travel the path to better health. It even has a fan to keep sweaty brows cool and an easy-to-read data format on a bright LCD display screen. The R92 has a well-padded seat that moves in a horizontal manner for various leg lengths and fits most users, offering comfort during each ride. Other amenities include Bluetooth speakers, a USB charging port, and a wireless chest strap for those who do not like to lose focus trying to grab the handlebars when collecting heartrate information.
Things we like
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✓generous warranty
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✓sturdy frame
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✓chest strap included
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✓Bluetooth capabilities
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✓integrated fan for cooling
Things we dislike
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Xlightweight flywheel
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Xbulky console
Specs
Dimensions | 57"L x 30"W x 50"H |
Weight Capacity | 300 lbs |
Weight | 134 lbs |
Box Dimensions | 57" x 18" x 30" |
Bluetooth Speaker Compatible | Yes |
Tablet/Phone Holder | Yes |
USB Device Charging | Yes |
Bluetooth Compatible | Yes |
Standard Programs | 6 |
Custom Programs | 2 |
Heart Programs | 2 |
Heart Rate Monitoring | Pulse Grips & Chest Strap Compatible |
Chest Strap Included | Yes |
Cooling Fans | Yes |
Sound System | Yes |
Workout Display | 9.0" LCD |
Water Bottle Holder | Yes |
Adjustable Seat | Yes; Fore & Aft |
Resistance | ECB 1 to 20 Levels |
Flywheel Weight | 20 lbs |
Warranty
Frame: Lifetime
Electronics: 3 Years
Parts: 3 Years
Labor: 1 Year
History
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Conclusion
The Sole R92 Recumbent Bike is a decent budget-friendly choice for those looking to start on the path to better fitness health or need a comfortable indoor bike for pain-free riding. It has a decent frame, commendable attributes, and comes backed by a generous warranty from a reputable company. The R92 is a competitive model in today’s market despite the user having to provide their own streaming device and is a worthy investment for fitness enthusiasts wanting to add an indoor riding machine to their exercise repertoire.