Can you ride the bike while standing on the pedals, or will the pedals and crank bearings wear out from the extra weight while being used?
1521370
Yes, you can ride the bike standing up. In fact it's necessary (for me anyway) on the more difficult settings. You won't wear out the pedals and crank bearings any more than you would on a regular bicycle. It's the same configuration and construction. If you can break your bike then you can break this as well.
1451336
No, and the pedals are smaller than what I'm used to. Fortunately I was able to take the pedals with straps off my old bike and use them on this one.
470717
Depends on how long you plan on using it. My weight is 128 lb, and I have been using the bike 2-3 times a week for just over 8 months. I pedal standing up as part of my routine. Everything worked fine until about a month ago. First a pedal broke -- the plastic cracked on both sides where the strap is attached to the pedal. Then the tension control, after getting tougher and tougher to tighten for a while, finally stopped working altogether.This is probably too much info. The point is it's a fine bike but it ages really fast.
1394637
Yep, the bike must be in motion with the pedals moving. This is pretty much true of all drailleur systems. Enjoy! I still have mine and though I've had to make small adjustments, it still rides great.
436787
Unfortunately, this is not designed for stand up and pedal on it since upright bike. I tried but it wasn't comfortable at all. I would recommend cycling bike instead. Happy Cycling!!
502682
It is considered a mountain bike chain-ring and I weigh 270 lbs and I stand on it while riding. The external bearings are easily replaced when needed.
777813
depending on how the bike gets ridden the pedals are fine. most parts don't hold up under abuse. mine are on a cruiser and will last quite awhile. take care of your bike.
1564573
I guess it depends on what size bike you have. Mine is 700c and it is not very stable in the stand without also using the kick stand. For smaller bikes, you shouldn't have any trouble standing the bike in it for minor maintenance. But, I don't think it will work with you sitting on the bike.
1737591
I am small and just tried to stand and petal. I could...but did not like to. I don't recommend you use this bike that way unless you talk with Schwinn. It may not be safe. This is by far the best bike I have ever had. It is comfortable, and just a very pleasant ride. It has features to please all. I just love the ride! Please contact them before you decide if you can stand to ride.
1940901
Mine is pretty sturdy but I haven't tried using it while standing up. It does work well if you sit on a chair (something with grip for your bum) and use it for the extra height and 'bicycle-like' posture
2137467
Well, the pedals don't move unless you make them. The only time I really need to pedal is sometimes on a steep uphill climb or when the battery pack runs low.
1561437
Yes, it can be used without the pedal. I've never even bothered with the foot pedal. I hope this helps!
1564571
It would not be recommended to do so. Manufacturer recommendations are clear to state not to seat on the bike while it is on the stand. Product is great but it was not designed for doing so.
1836982
Hi Joseph you could leave the pedals on but I think it will damage the bag or maybe the spokes if the wheels are close to them. I would remove them!
354173
No this is a "spinning" bike and the pedals are directly hooked up to the flywheel. Nice unit for the money.
1911942
Having had to open up the new unit to fix one of the two main bearings on the pedal assembly (should be enough to convince anyone not to buy it) I can see that the bearings are held in with a plastic bracket so I wouldn't suggest putting too much weight on the pedals. If you break one of those brackets then this thing will end up as garbage.
773673
You could stand and pedal. I did not find the bike very comfortable. Ended up selling it. There was something very odd about the way the seat angled.Didn't love it. I take spin classes and am familiar with that style bike. I would choose another model!