Is there anyway to lower the resistance? Even on level 1, the resistance is difficult!
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I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped for. I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped... » Read More I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped for. « Show Less
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I have just started using the bike... and I find that if I just don't use any of the aerobic options and just stay steady with it at one, it's okay. I don't believe you can get the resistance any lower, but you can build up your strength using level 1 until ready to start using the workout aerobic trainers. I don't choose anything... when I get on the bike I just start to petal... and let it stay neutral like I'm on a level terrain track. I can only do 10 min at a time right now.
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Did anyone ever figure out why the resistance and computer resets? I cannot get the resistance up at all.
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I have the same problem. I've adjust every way I can think of but the steps only go up and down a couple of inches. I hope someone comes up with a solution.
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Im not home now but im 5 foot 1 inches tall and i dont pull it all the way forward. The resistance is pretty tough on level 1 though. Just FYI. Mu husband doesnt think so but hes a marathon runner. Im only a halfarathoner. Lol. My 12 year old can touch the pedals from the front spot but resistance gives about a level 2 to 3 type workout even whwn set on level 1.
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I'm guessing that you used the lever on it to lower it? Try doing it when your not sitting on it. You'll need 2 people though. That's why I returned it. It's very difficult to use. Good luck
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Greg said about it meeting resistance. If you stop there you are the problem. Push it a little further and make sure it is seated properly. If you still have the problem get it replaced.
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I find the height adjustment VERY difficult to move and I am a very large strong man fyi Something must be broken on this or the manual is as bad as I believe in describing this as its just simply not fluidly doing it without me exerting extreme force. ... even then I cant seem to raise it to the top 3 levels. I can only lower it by pushing down extremely hard. Something has to be wrong here ... operator issues (machine seems to be smarter than me ) are a possibilty but ....I doubt it. Thoughts or help ?!?
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My guess is the resistance changes depending on what program she has it set for. The profile for the program selected shows by the length of the bar when the resistance will increase or decrease. There is one program that stays at the same level 1 the entire time if that is what Happy Grandma wants to do. I suggest she call Schwinn at 1-800-628-8458. I have called them on a couple of occasions and find them to be very friendly and helpful. Same suggestion for Lucia Lamprey.
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Older types were three. New ones are five. I have one of each. With resistance knob closest to bike, the unit is set to hardest resistance and all the way out is easiest. Starting point (closest to bike) is resistance level 1, turn clockwise and it clicks to the next and ultimately to number five. Turn again and it resets to starting point/resistance level number 1.
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I have had no problem with the resistence at level 1, or any other level. I am 100% satisfied with the RC-30.
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There is no resistance . I do an hour work out every morning and love this machine .
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I use the manual setting ( program 1 and push the up or down and the resistance level is shown on screen. My husband sd he doesn't notice mucgph difference. I bought to exercise my knee after knee replacement and I can definitely tell the difference. Tried several out at stores but didn't want to spend big dollars- this is perfect for me.
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I wish I could be of more help, but I have no idea. I know that I can hear things moving in there when I turn the unit off or reduce the resistance or when it turn it on and increase the resistance. Perhaps you are using one of the exercise programs (which I don't use) and the resistance is changing. All this is pure speculation. I have no idea. If it is under warranty (or an extended warranty e.g. American Express), I'd call Schwin and see what Schwin CS has to say. I wish you the best of luck.
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I have not used the manual feature yet on the LCD screen, but that is how the tension is managed. There are no manual knobs to adjust resistance.
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Yes, you can back the tension right off. There's a large knob you simply screw in or out to change the resistance.
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Turn the resistance knob to lowest setting. Try attaching before you set the posts together.
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I am doing the same thing, did you just desolder the board pot and run wires to your new one? Also what would the effect be if using a higher resistance pot instead of a 5k? Thank you.