Can you definitely notice a difference in the resistance levels/settings?
274030
I don't notice a great difference in the resistance levels but then that's not why I bought it. I'm recovering from knee replacement surgery and use it to improve my range of motion which it seems to do. Hope it helps you!
274031
Yes; although the machine does not change levels smoothly, and makes lots of squealing noise at higher resistance levels.
274032
The "resistance setting" is technically infinitely variable ie As you adjust the Adjustment Screw it increases or decreases the amount of squeeze that the resistance break applies to the rotary shaft of the pedals. As such, the longer you use it, the hotter it gets due to friction. As you use it,you may have to loosen the Adj. screw to maintain the same resistance (as dictated by my husband *grin*)
274033
yes, altho the levels are not well defined, but you can feel changes as you tighten the resistance knob.
1248780
Very simple. There is a knob you tighten or loosen to create more or less resistance.
41349
Same colors have the same resistance. there are no variants of resistance within the same color range.
2143415
I've had this product for a few weeks now and have used it maybe 10 times. I like everything on it so far except for the adjustable resistance. I honestly can't tell the difference between level 1 from level 7. This doesn't affect my workouts since I just switch my bike's gears to change the resistance level. The resistance control is just an unnecessary piece that gets in the way in my opinion.
901340
The resistance level and type of ride are set electronically on the instrument panel. The flywheel resistance is magnetic and gets harder for hills and mountains. You set the resistance level at 1-5 for each programmed ride, ie "ride in the park", "rolling hills", Pike's peak" etc. I've had no problems, nice smooth bike.
2180011
Not much that I have figured out. It seems to only have the same resistance no matter the body weight or force put down.
646869
Like Dorothy, I normally use just one setting. However, I just tried them all and, like Sally, found a considerable difference in resistance between the low and high settings. Low is nearly freewheeling, high is like going up a stiff grade, and the steps in between are a fairly even progressing between the two extremes.
906443
Yes, it makes no difference if you peddle it backwards or forwards - the resistance remains the same.
1799202
You will feel the use of it all over. There are no resistance settings on the cheapest models. I think you get some cardio work done by using this. It all depends on how you use it and leaning way back and way forward, you will feel it. For the price it is a good deal.
1510604
The resistance ranges from very light to fairly heavy. I find that at any given setting, the resistance is very smooth and constant throughout the full range of motion.
1906978
You can continue to use it as is, but you cannot change the resistance. The fix MIGHT be relatively cheap, if it's the monitor. Mine failed when an internal component went bad, and it was impossible to get to. It ended up out on the curb.
102124
There is no way to adjust the resistance but it provides enough push to make you work.You can't step at a very fast pace but its fast enough to keep your legs moving and your heart pumping. If you are really fit, you may not improve on your strength but it will help maintain your endurance. You can't compare it to the high end fancy machines, but this machine gave me more than what I paid for and more than I expected.
1827743
There is no adjustment. There is a statement on the box that claims "smooth magnetic resistance" and as I understand it, the resistance is supposed to increase as you pedal faster, but I can't tell if anything is happening or not. All I can say is that when I'm pedaling, there is enough resistance for me to feel like I'm working hard, but I'm not a serious athlete. If manual adjustable resistance is important to you, this gadget won't satisfy you.
250839
Yes, Laura. The unit has a wide range. At the lowest level, there is just about zero resistance and it is very easy to pedal. The adjustments increments are small, so she resistance can be added just a little bit at at time -- if that is desired.
1349635
There should not be any noticeable change on Screen #1. If there is, look for a loose connection. Hope this helps.
1113117
The resistance is not adjustable, but it seems to be plenty. You can certainly go as hard as you like. To see if it's for you, you need to try it out before buying. I love mine and it gives me a great workout including upper body.
2143414
The levels to make the workout a little harder. The resistance was noticeable, but not extreme, we just adjusted our bikes resistance also to make it a harder workout.