Diamondback Fitness 500Ub Upright Exercise Bike Review

Very sturdy, well made, not too difficult to assemble. Just what I've been looking for!

Product Description
Proving that an upright bike doesn't have to be an uptight bike, the 500Ub upright exercise bike from Diamondback Fitness is a beautiful blend of form and function. The 500Ub--which takes up far less space than most competing bikes--is equipped with an efficient eddy current brake system that provides up to 16 levels of resistance. As a result, it's easy to find the perfect resistance level for your needs, whether you want to warm up before hitting the weights or challenge yourself with a serious cardio burn. The precisely padded seat, meanwhile, is ergonomically configured to disperse your weight evenly, with flexible panels to reduce pressure and eliminate numbness. Add in a set of self-leveling pedals with adjustable straps and you have a terrific workout accessory for people who want to burn calories without compromising their knees and ankles.

The 500Ub's integrated console helps track your workout progress.



The bike includes an adjustable, ergonomic seat that disperses weight evenly.

The 500Ub offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, fat-burning intervals, glute max hill climb, target heart rate, and custom trainer. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the blue backlit LCD, which displays your time, pulse, calories, intensity level, RPM, speed, distance, and watts. And no workout is complete without a little motivational music, with is why the 500Ub comes with a set of built-in speakers and a plug-in jack for your MP3 player. Once you're plugged in, you can listen to your favorite playlists and tune out the rest of the world as you cycle through the imaginary hillsides.

Other features include contact pulse sensors in the handgrips for reading your heart rate, an accessory holder on the console for magazines or books, a built-in Smart Fan, and a weight capacity of 275 pounds. The 500Ub measures 39 by 60 by 20 inches (W x H x D), weighs 85 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

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Diamondback Fitness 900Ub Upright Exercise Bike Review

We just purchased this bike at the end of January.It's awesome!!!Very smooth with nice resistance.The heart rate programs are nice as well.The bike is very stable with awesome console features.The only negatives that I see are the adjustable handlebars are poorly designed and the fans on the console are a joke.I would highly recommend this bike to a fitness enthusiast.

Product Description
Proving than an upright bike doesn't have to be an uptight bike, the 900Ub upright fitness bike from Diamondback Fitness is a beautiful blend of form and function. The 900Ub offers a number of features that help it stand above competing bikes, including a Dual Smart Fan with multiple speeds to keep you cool when pedaling hard. As a result, you can work out in complete comfort even during the sweltering days of summer, a must for people who are easily discouraged by hot weather. The bike also includes an upgraded 20-pound flywheel that runs extra smoothly, along with self-leveling pedals with adjustable straps. And riders will love the variety of ergonomic touches, which include a Comfort Ride saddle with fore/aft adjustment, adjustable handlebars with elbow rests, and an adjustable console position.

The 900Ub's integrated console helps track your workout progress.



The bike includes an adjustable, ergonomic seat that disperses weight evenly.

The 900Ub offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-use console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, fat-burning intervals, glute max hill climb, target heart rate, fitness test, HR intervals, and custom trainer. The latter program is particularly valuable over the long term, as it lets you vary your workout depending on your mood. This not only keeps your attitude fresh, but it also makes your overall training regimen more efficient by challenging your body in different ways. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the blue backlit LCD, which displays your time, pulse, calories, intensity level, RPM, speed, distance, and watts. And no workout is complete without a little motivational music, with is why the 900Ub comes with a plug-in jack for your MP3 player. Once you're plugged in, you can listen to your favorite playlists and tune out the rest of the world as you cycle through the imaginary hillsides.

Other features include an eddy current brake resistance system with 16 resistance levels, dual contact pulse sensors in the handgrips for reading your heart rate, an accessory holder on the console for magazines or books, and a weight capacity of 350 pounds. The 900Ub measures 41 by 61.5 by 20 inches (W x H x D), weighs 105 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

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Diamondback Fitness 960Sr Step-Thru Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

We ordered this bike when it was on sale for $499 [as SOON as we bought ours the price went up to $900, now I see it's back down to $800... strange!], with tax we paid another $50 and that was it as it qualifies for Amazon's free shipping option - free shipping always makes me happy. I was wondering why they'd mark a $1400 machine down so low and now that we have it set up and have used it I'm even more curious because it's AMAZING. Looks, feels, runs like a $1400 machine. It is THE quietest exercise bike I've ever used. Perfect. Love it. So glad we bought this.

Product Description
The Diamondback Fitness 960Sr recumbent step-through exercise bike puts you in the driver's seat when it comes to getting fit. The 960Sr--which includes many of the most sought-after features on the market--is equipped with an electronically controlled eddy current brake (ECB) system that provides up to 16 levels of resistance. As a result, it's easy to find the perfect resistance level for your needs, whether you want to warm up before hitting the weights or challenge yourself with a serious cardio burn. The exclusive Comfort Plus seat, meanwhile, includes a quick-release locking mechanism to create whole new levels of stability and comfort. Add in the easygoing step-through frame, which is ideal for people who are rehabbing from injury or who find traditional upright bikes uncomfortable, and you have a terrific workout accessory for the home.

The 960Sr offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, interval, hill, strength, target HR, and HR interval. The variety not only keeps your attitude fresh, but it also makes your overall training regimen more efficient by challenging your body in different ways. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the five data displays, which show your time, pulse, calories burned, watts, speed, distance, resistance level, and RPM. And users who are monitoring their workouts for maximum efficiency will appreciate the dual heart rate options: a Polar-compatible heart rate receiver that straps to the chest and handgrips with built-in heart rate contacts.

Other features include a built-in reading rack and accessories holder, a heavy-duty steel frame with an anti-rust powder coating, a sealed ball bearing in the bottom bracket, and a weight capacity of 325 pounds. The 960Sr measures 64 by 51 by 31 inches (W x H x D) and carries the following warranties: lifetime on the frame, three years on parts, and one year on labor.

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Diamondback Fitness 1000Sr Step-thru Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

This is a great recumbent bike. I've had it for about a week now, riding about an hour a day. First impressions: very solid frame, seat and console mast. Oversize seat is well-padded and comfortable. The display is a dot-matrix commercial-type that is bright and easy to read (and program too). The bike is completely silent when in use.

The ride quality of the 1000SR is excellent. I researched this bike ahead of time and found it had a 24lb flywheel. There are 16 levels of resistance that provide an excellent workout range. As I mentioned before, the bike and seat are very stable. I'm 6'2", 220lbs and it doesn't budge when I'm riding. The adjustable seat would allow for someone much taller than me to ride comfortably - I only need to slide the seat about half-way up. My wife is 5'2" and fits comfortably as well (at the closest setting).

The handlebar heart-rate sensors pick up your heart-rate quickly - and the 1000SR includes a wireless chest strap from Polar that works flawlessly and eliminates the need to hold onto the handles - this is great for the HR controlled programs. The other included programs are excellent. There is also room to set two of your own custom workouts. Another nice feature is being able to set two user profiles, which saves the time of entering age and weight into the unit at the start of each workout.

The 1000SR arrived in perfect condition. The packaging was superb - all components were were individually wrapped and secured in a very heavy-duty box. All assembly materials were also individually packaged according to what they were needed for. There was no guesswork involved. They even included all necessary tools! Because of this, assembly was a fast and easy process. It probably took less than an hour altogether. The assembly instructions were clear - and really, most of the bike was already put together - I needed to attach only the seat assembly, the console mast and a couple other odds and ends. If you're not Hercules, you should try to get the box placed where you want to assemble it. The main frame is quite heavy. Another nice feature is that, once assembled, it has rollers in the front and a handle under the rear of the frame, which makes it easy to roll around the room. There are also adjustable feet in the back, that can be adjusted from the top and help to adjust for any dips in the floor.

The only complaint I have is that the warranty materials that come with the bike state that the warranty is not valid unless a qualified Diamondback Technician assembles the machine. This seems kind of odd considering that there is not much that needs to be assembled. So, I'm not sure what kind of warranty this bike comes with if you assemble it yourself - but will contact Diamondback to find out.

All-around, a great purchase. This bike looks and feels like gym-quality equipment.

Product Description
Diamondback Fitness Just turn on the television, sit down, and pedal away your pounds. You’ll feel like you are still sitting in comfort thanks to our extra large ComfortPlus seat with lumbar support. -6 Classic programs & a quick start function with 16 levels of intensity. -5 Separate data displays & easy-select program buttons. -2 HR interactive programs with chest strap included. -Contact hand pulse sensors. -Adjustable aluminum track with ultra wide ComfortPlus® seat and lumbar support. -User weight capacity: 325 lbs. -Overall Dimensions: 51" H x 31" W x 64" L 1000Sr

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Diamondback Fitness 900Sr Step-Thru Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

The Diamondback 900sr, overall, lived up to expectations and even exceeded some. The bike was easy to assemble. It took me about 2 hours to put together. The base portion was already assembled, all I had to do was install the seat, the pedals, and the console unit. Just be careful not to pinch the wiring and you'll be just fine. The bike is super quiet. This is where the bike exceeded my expectations. I wasn't expecting it to be so quiet. The pre-programmed exercises are great. There are enough variations to keep my interest. The one thing I do not like (and the main reason I give the bike 4 stars and not 5) are the fans. They do not push enough air to cool. On high, the fans are extremely loud and still do not push enough air. Why install a feature on a bike if its not going to work properly. Also, the speakers are low quality. I plug my iPod into the console and listen to music while I workout. The speakers do the job, but are very weak and sound like they play in mono and not stereo. I still ended up buying a separate iPod speaker kit. The bike is heavy, approximately 150 pounds. I only mention this because if you need to move it up/down stairs, you will need help. The delivery guy who delivered it to my house was alone and he wouldn't help me move it into the house until I offered him a nominal tip.

All-in-all I bought the bike to workout, not to listen to music or be cooled by the fans. That said, if your looking a good quality piece of equipment for the home, I highly recommend this product, just don't expect much from the extraneous features. Its quiet, its comfortable, and it provides a good workout. It's not gym quality, but it comes very close and since its for home use, I feel I definetly got my money's worth.

Product Description
Sit in the lap of luxury while riding your way to fitness with the Diamondback 900Sr recumbent exercise bike. The 900Sr--which includes many of the most sought-after features on the market--is equipped with an efficient eddy current brake system that provides up to 16 levels of resistance. As a result, it's easy to find the perfect resistance level for your needs, whether you want to warm up before hitting the weights or challenge yourself with a serious cardio burn. The ergonomic seat, meanwhile, teams with an adjustable mesh seatback with lumbar support to create whole new levels of stability and comfort. Add in the easygoing step-thru frame, which is ideal for people who are rehabbing from injury or who find traditional upright bikes uncomfortable, and you have a terrific workout accessory for the home.

The 900Sr's integrated console helps track your workout progress.



The bike includes a mesh seatback with lumbar support.

The 900Sr offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, fat-burning intervals, glute max hill climb, fitness test, strength, target heart rate, heart rate intervals, and custom trainer. The latter program is particularly valuable over the long term, as it lets you vary your workout depending on your mood. This not only keeps your attitude fresh, but it also makes your overall training regimen more efficient by challenging your body in different ways. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the blue backlit LCD, which displays your time, pulse, calories, intensity level, RPM, speed, distance, and watts. And no workout is complete without a little motivational music, with is why the 900Sr comes with a plug-in jack for your MP3 player. Once you're plugged in, you can listen to your favorite playlists and tune out the rest of the world as you cycle through the imaginary hillsides.

Other features include contact pulse sensors in the handgrips for reading your heart rate, a Polar-compatible wireless heart rate receiver, an accessory holder on the console for magazines or books, a built-in Smart Fan, and a weight capacity of 300 pounds. The 900Sr measures 62 by 43.3 by 27.5 inches (W x H x D), weighs 126 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

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Diamondback Fitness 500Sr Step-Thru Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

The Diamondback 500Sr is an investment in my own health that has exceeded my expectations.My resting pulse has gone down to 70, my cardio endurance has improved, and I have less early fatigue.Also, I am shedding pounds of fat. The bike is overall well made. The only things I wish were better was the console embedded fan and the seat bottom. The fan is meager and the seat could be a little more generously upholstered. I like the bike's console layout with the various readouts.It has 16 resistance levels that will challenge your fitness ambitions. With consistent use, I am meeting my own goals of weight loss and cardio improvement. Recumbents are easy on the low back, hips, and knees in case you wanted to know.:o)

Product Description
Sit in the lap of luxury while riding your way to fitness with the Diamondback 500Sr step-through recumbent exercise bike. The 500Sr--which includes many of the most sought-after features on the market--is equipped with an efficient eddy current brake system that provides up to 16 levels of resistance. As a result, it's easy to find the perfect resistance level for your needs, whether you want to warm up before hitting the weights or challenge yourself with a serious cardio burn. The exclusive Comfort-Plus extra-wide seat, meanwhile, teams with the molded backrest to create whole new levels of stability and comfort. Add in the easygoing step-thru frame, which is ideal for people who are rehabbing from injury or who find traditional upright bikes uncomfortable, and you have a terrific workout accessory for the home.

The 500Sr's integrated console helps track your workout progress.



The bike's step-through frame offers easy entry and exit.

The 500Sr offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, fat-burning intervals, glute max hill climb, target heart rate, and custom trainer. The latter program is particularly valuable over the long term, as it lets you vary your workout depending on your mood. This not only keeps your attitude fresh, but it also makes your overall training regimen more efficient by challenging your body in different ways. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the blue backlit LCD, which displays your time, pulse, calories, intensity level, RPM, speed, distance, and watts. And no workout is complete without a little motivational music, with is why the 500Sr comes with a set of built-in speakers and a plug-in jack for your MP3 player. Once you're plugged in, you can listen to your favorite playlists and tune out the rest of the world as you cycle through the imaginary hillsides.

Other features include contact pulse sensors in the handgrips for reading your heart rate, an accessory holder on the console for magazines or books, a built-in Smart Fan, and a weight capacity of 275 pounds. The 500Sr measures 67 by 31 by 12.5 inches (W x H x D), weighs 119 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

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