Belt Drive Spin Bike Maintenance

On a magnetic belt drive exercise bike you ll find that the flywheel is located at the front of the bike.

Belt drive spin bike maintenance.

Compact this spin bike is suited to those who are tight on space such as those in small rooms apartments studios or even one for your condo. The history of belt drive bikes. Water bottle holder makes hydration close at hand. Mechanical belt drives were used as pully systems as far back as 15 bc and started being used in heavy machinery in the 19th century.

A belt drive mechanism is a belt that connects your pedals to the wheels to keep your flywheel moving. The belt makes for a very smooth and almost silent ride. They are made in the us and are truly unique in design and durability. A spin bike that is belt driven requires very little maintenance as the belt itself is very strong and is only rolling over soft curved edges to generate the power to the bike so very little damage is done if even.

The belt does not require lubrication nor do you have to replace it with a new belt. They were used on bikes at the turn of the century but the first commercial bicycle with a drive belt was the infamous bridgestone picina in 1980 the bridgestone picina was a folding bike popular in japan but never really sold. When it does start to stretch it will start to slip and will need replacing. It is made from steel which means it works very well with magnets.

The life of the bike will be determined by how consistent maintenance is performed. A magnetic spin bike gets its resistance from magnets. To save battery the m3i display has a smart automatic backlit that switches on when there is not enough light in the room. This normally needs to be done by a bike shop to stretch the belt over the flywheel axle and crank.

The advantages of the belt drive over the chain drive is that it is quieter and is low maintenance. The chain drive is like the one you see on outdoor bikes. Virtually no maintenance micro adjustable resistance creates an unbelievably smooth ride that creates multiple levels of riding for enthusiasts of all levels. With the belt drive little maintenance if any is required for many years.

Measuring in at 41 5 l x 23 5 w x 48 5 h this indoor bike has a total weight of 62 5 pounds and a maximum user weight of 220 pounds. Never use abrasive or oil based cleaning liquids when wiping down the bike. Also you do lose some of the feel of an outdoor bike as it sounds and feels different as you pedal. Emergency stop brake for safety in case wheel is spinning too fast.

Wiping down the bike at the end of each class or at least by the end of each day will prevent rust and other forms of corrosion to build up. Where the chain drive has an advantage is the price where it is cheaper and helps to keep bikes at a lower price.