Just got it. Works great. Only thing is - I hear a loud creaking noise when I go up&amp;down. I'm about 165lb. Anyone else hear creaking while riding?
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I think there may be a problem with your unit. I've had one of these since before Christmas, anyway, and it makes a kind of low hum when I use it, but no creaks. I weight about 210lb, so maybe I squash the creaks out of it, but I think you should get Rodeo to send you a replacement.
1054250
No, it should never rattle! I think it depends as to whether you can hear a SMALL background whine or not. Mine is fine on the low speed, but has a very high-pitched background whine on the high speed. My husband can't hear it, but I can't stand it! Is yours still under warranty? Sounds like they should exchange it.
2195675
I have the newest model just delivered today. Nowhere near as noisy as the units in the videos. However mine is sitting on a concrete floor and not on wood.
457758
Sounds like a problem with the motor. Gears maybe bad. It has never happened to our bike. If the bike is new call it into customer service ASAP. Easy to swap out the motor.
865167
I haven't heard a loud creaking noise. It rotates pretty smoothly with a reasonably guiet operation. Sorry
1515230
Hey, sorry to hear that, mine does not make any noise to be concerned. About although it's not dead silent. In your case just call muted, there customer support is outstanding, Not exactly sure what you definition of a creak is. But if it is bad enough to cause concern. Call the manufacturer. They will get in all taken care of But remember you are compressing a spring so that may be what your hearing
493476
No I haven't exprienced this issue. My problem was the wheel started to get very squeaky. I sprayed a little WD-40 in it & it's working fine now :-)
385737
I have not had that problem. Some times when I start turning down the tension knob I will hear a light noise from the tension pad but after some time or a little more tension the noise stops. Then I do ride with head phones watching TV so I could be missing some of the noise it may be making.
1677057
Any word from anyone as to techs being able to quiet the noise? I also have the XBR4 and the noise is ever present.
1285325
I agree! It rattles really bad because the ball mount don't fit snugg. Really weird! Let me know if you find one!
1465373
Mine has never made any rattling noise. I do not think it is normal. I would have it checked out.
961792
Picked one up today and it does the same thing. They should at least mention it in the manual. I wasn't sure if it was normal. Apparently it is. Thanks for bringing this up and thanks for your follow up.
777949
No I have not heard it, mine is silent, though I have yet to use it for long periods. I don't think it's normal, but if it still does what it says on the pack it's ok.If it's not broken don't fix it!
1119749
Year and a half late to answer, but it might still help someone else...Mine squeaked. Took forever to find the cause. Was the connection on the center pole below/between the pedals, where the front and rear section connect. I sprayed the heck out of it with wd40 and tightened the crap out the 2 or 3 bolts that connect that area. Problem solved. SOUNDED like it was coming from the joints on the handles, but it was not. The torque from usage is what makes it squeak.
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Mine does not creak. Are they new?? Maybe they need lube on pivot points. Do not use oil/lube in the compression area as a special lube has to be used there. Reason.. the oil diesels and can damage seals/parts. Contact RWS/seller if they are new for service or help.
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oh man, I wish I had found these posts before ordering one of these as most of the reviews are positive. It's on the way, should I just immediately send it back and eat the shipping charge? I wouldn't be surprised that these are on sale now as Schwinn prob has fixed models out now. I am assuming that if I keep this bike it will crap out shortly. If I do keep it, should I immediately call for the new motor and then the control panel before even using it? Will the original motor work with the new panel? uggggh. not looking forward to this. Any chance we can convince you to put up a website with pics of the fixes?? ; ) oh man, I wish I had found these posts before ordering one of these as most of the reviews are positive. It's on the way, should I just immediately send it back and eat the shipping charge? I wouldn't be surprised that these are on sale now as Schwinn prob has fixed models out now. I am assuming that if I keep this bike it will crap out shortly. If I do keep it, should I immediately call for the new motor and then the control panel before even using it? Will the original motor work with the new panel? uggggh. not looking forward to this. Any chance we can convince you to put up a website... » Read More oh man, I wish I had found these posts before ordering one of these as most of the reviews are positive. It's on the way, should I just immediately send it back and eat the shipping charge? I wouldn't be surprised that these are on sale now as Schwinn prob has fixed models out now. I am assuming that if I keep this bike it will crap out shortly. If I do keep it, should I immediately call for the new motor and then the control panel before even using it? Will the original motor work with the new panel? uggggh. not looking forward to this. Any chance we can convince you to put up a website with pics of the fixes?? ; ) « Show Less
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Yeah I have gad zero problems with mine... I have even ridden with it in the up position in the heat and everything Is solid!