schwinn 430 owner - on longterm still happy??
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great question because so much of the feedback on Amazon is for people who have only owned it for 3 weeks or so (and you can't properly evaluate it based on only 3 weeks) I've owned the Schwinn 430 6 months and it stopped working twice. Each time it was the belt attached to the motor falling off, which isn't easy to fix because you have to remove the shell & all it's screws to fix the belt. Needless to say, I'm not happy long term.
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So far Schwinn has been very good about getting back to me, but not so good in fixing the problem. I have replaced the control panel, nearly all the wires and the dc motor. It still doesn't work, but they are still working with me. If either of you have any luck, please let me know via this post.Thanks
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Well the bike comes in "fixed" mode when shipped. Flip the rear wheel to other side in order to use the "freewheel" side of the hub
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Exercise equipment is prone to breakdown. Buy the extended warranty. It's too heavy to haul out and if the warranty provides in-home service it will pay for itself. I've read enough reviews of Schwinn and like manufacturers to know that oftentimes quality control is lacking. And since labor is only covered for 90 days, there really isn't any other viable choice. I had to return my Schwinn upright bike, model 126 (same as 130), due to off-angle welds, bad bearings in peddles, etc. If the item is $200 or less I wouldn't bother with the warranty but at this price level they are too expensive to service or replace if they break down after 91 days. Exercise equipment is prone to breakdown. Buy the extended warranty. It's too heavy to haul out and if the warranty provides in-home service it will pay for itself. I've read enough reviews of Schwinn and like manufacturers to know that oftentimes quality control is lacking. And since labor is only covered for 90 days, there really isn't any other viable choice. I had to return my Schwinn upright bike, model 126 (same as 130), due to off-angle welds, bad bearings in peddles, etc. If the item is $200 or less I wouldn't bother with the warranty but at this price level they are too expensive... » Read More Exercise equipment is prone to breakdown. Buy the extended warranty. It's too heavy to haul out and if the warranty provides in-home service it will pay for itself. I've read enough reviews of Schwinn and like manufacturers to know that oftentimes quality control is lacking. And since labor is only covered for 90 days, there really isn't any other viable choice. I had to return my Schwinn upright bike, model 126 (same as 130), due to off-angle welds, bad bearings in peddles, etc. If the item is $200 or less I wouldn't bother with the warranty but at this price level they are too expensive to service or replace if they break down after 91 days. « Show Less
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As long as you don't mind the constant maintenance, it's OK. But just OK. So far I have replaced one front wheel with one from Harbor Freight (replace the 1-5/8 ID bearings with 1-3/4 Id bearings and add a shim and you are fine) and I also replaced the friction disk and differential. Hopefully I can get 2 more seasons out of it. I also figure if I take it apart again, I will have to weld in new nuts where bolts go into places.
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B. Williams says:I purchased the Giant dual fit the first week in June. I absolutely love it. It's quiet and the flywheel is much smaller than the airdyne. I have been using it since I bought it and have not seen any grease at all. I suggest you locate a schwinn dealership near you to check it out. That's where I purchased mine.
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I have not experienced this as of yet. One idea I would suggest is going around and tightening all the bolts on the bike. I do this about once a month or so just as a routine and usually will find one or two that have loosened up. Sorry to hear your experiencing this problem, if this does not work I would call the Schwinn customer service number and they maybe able to help you.
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Hi Bat Babe, You've probably already purchased a bike, and if you have, I hope it was the Schwinn 220. I bought one last August for a 74-year-old Auntie who had just had a knee replacement. It's now almost a year later, she's running around like she's 16, and she swears it's because of her 220. She rides it every day. Oh, almost forgot, she's 4' 9". She has to adjust the seat all the way forward and use a pillow, but says her 220 is still wonderfully comfortable and works perfectly. Good luck! Grant Ritchie
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Call up Schwinn. They are nautilus now I believe. Make sure they they send out your order. Have your amazon reciept ready from the bike.
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I think if I can get the seat stabilized it will be comfortable. Have tightend the screws as noted above. Up/down movement has stopped, but the seat still moves left to right when riding. Anyone else having this problem?
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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.
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You may not like the answer. But I had problem with rear wheel bearing. After one weekend bearing literally disintegrated. I could not find part on web site and tech support was unhelpful, needed picture of it???? Probably last Chinese bike I buy
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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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Cesar,That is a great post. I hope there is some way you can report this to Schwinn. I don't think they've figured it out yet.
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it all depends on how much you ride it. ive been using mine almost daily and ive had it for a couple months. it still looks and works like new.
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Call Schwinn. Have the model number and stuff ready. You might be able to get them through a bike shop too.
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yes,,,,and I had to spend over 150.00 in the last year,,new rear hub, front sprocket and pedals ..the bike is not made for every day riding , at best something you ride once on the weekends,,looks nice but not made with any quality parts