Just got it. Works great. Only thing is - I hear a loud creaking noise when I go up&down. I'm about 165lb. Anyone else hear creaking while riding?
865163
I just got my unit also about two weeks ago and notice a somewhat annoying creeking and clicking sound with every rotation. I have written to the sellers about this but have not received any reply. Will have to call to get an answer.
865164
There is a round hand crank just under the seat at the front - turn it clockwise (looking at the machine) - it is probably loose! This happens to mine & I have to tighten it up daily.
865165
I am ashamed to admit that I have not tried this apparatus yet - does it really work?
865166
No I don't. You should have a smith roller type motion with no unexpected sounds
216901
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.
865167
I haven't heard a loud creaking noise. It rotates pretty smoothly with a reasonably guiet operation. Sorry
1042938
I make sure to place lube on the track and I sprayed WD40 were the "pedals" can be adjusted. I also took the plastic covering off were the arms attach and realized it was the source of some of the noise. I WD40'd that area and replaced the covers. The noise or grinding sound stopped. Occassionally I still spray WD40 on the pedals. Ultimately you can call in the warranty folks for some troubleshooting if it is still a problem for you. I have had my elliptical for over a year and aside from the occassional noise it gets a lot of use!
1489598
I tryed to think of what could possibly make a sound like that, and I think it would be most likely involved in the tension mechanism. Try adjusting it all the way so it's hard to peddle, then begin backing off the tension untill you found your desired setting.
195585
I did the same thing it works perfectly fine and levels off w normal load.... heavy loads is will sag. I love the it rides better than new
1240164
it isnt noisy or squeaky. i've had it since April and it's the same now as it was then. i'm only walking on it though, so running might make a difference. as for the incline, i never go above level 2. never measured it.
197804
Yep. It screeches as I peddal which is very annoying. I believe the problem is that the seat is held to the rail with a single screw, the one that determines the location on the rail. That's where it wobbles, I don't see any way to remedy this other than trying to stuff something in the gap between the rail and the seat holder. Very poor quality.
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.
1301700
Yes, I do. At first I thought it was just a pesky piece of styrofoam stuck in one of the wheels, but after removing that it still squeaks. Only when I'm making forward strides though, not backwards. I haven't yet determined the cause or solution.
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.
1148948
I just received my Royal 160MX, and the box was pretty banged up. There's definitely some kind of rattling noise. It's working fine though, but the rattling made me wonder the same thing... if it had arrived broken. So, I guess if you had the same problem and it's still working for you since 2009, I guess it's normal, huh?
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Cool news....I actually have a jar of red wheel bearing grease in front of me...heading for he basement and the brand new Schwinn 430! I will try loosening the bolts. The squeaking on mine started after 8 minutes and I have already doused it with WD-40. I hope the loosening of the bolts will fix the noise. I LOVE this machine. I also added cut out carpet pieces to the foot pedals to keep my shoes from making noise when they come off the pedals. The best part of this elliptical is the compact size and the sturdiness. I feel like I have made a good investment...even with the noise.
1399043
I don't remember it being loud, just a little motorized noise. You should return it and have it replaced if it's loud! Good luck!:)
828157
I did not post any movie, but will confirm the crappy sound...any time you are over 30MPH or so, you will hear nothing but wind...that is true when I aimed it backwards too. I have it attached to my helmet, not the bike, and while I used it on one quite bike, the bike type would be irrelevant.
1064387
...I use my bike for rehab from knee surgery and never take it above the lowest setting ...and it is totally quiet ...I adjusted the resistance early on and there was a small "thumping" noise, like something shifted and was trying to reset ?..it soon became quiet again ...I use it every day ~ 30 minutes...Jt
1984689
Hello. I did send the bike back. Amazon's service was great, once again. The left hand grip was tearing in two places. It had a total of three hours use. The chain drive is very loud. There is no way to fix that. New road bikes don't have that noise. This one gear spinner should not be so loud. I liked the elbow pads, however that is a where the hands go. One of the pedals came off and was stripped. It would not go back on. I know I put it on correctly. For a new product this should not have so many problems. Spend a little more and get a quality product. I got what I paid for. Hello. I did send the bike back. Amazon's service was great, once again. The left hand grip was tearing in two places. It had a total of three hours use. The chain drive is very loud. There is no way to fix that. New road bikes don't have that noise. This one gear spinner should not be so loud. I liked the elbow pads, however that is a where the hands go. One of the pedals came off and was stripped. It would not go back on. I know I put it on correctly. For a new product this should not have so many problems. Spend a little more and get a quality product. I got what I paid for.
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 :-)
1443844
I watch TV while using the bike and have no issue with it. My husband on the other hand is a large and muscular man and when he gets to going to fast, the bike will sometimes wobble and it will make a creaking noise. I'm not sure if this is a problem that everyone has or if it's just how he put it together. I, personally, would say to go at a moderate pace, turn up the resistance for a better workout and enjoy your show!