Marcy Recumbent Bike NS-716R

I'm pretty picky about the quality of tools/equipment I buy. If it goes together well, I'm impressed. Well, I'm impressed by this bike. The instructions were really clear and all of the parts were well packed, well marked and super easy to assemble. The bolts and nuts were shrink-wrapped onto a piece of cardboard and all were grouped and labeled. They even give you all of the tools you need for assembly. Every bolt hole lined up perfectly and there were no stripped bolts. I put this together myself, although connecting the piece with the resistance cable could use an extra pair of hands. Not required, but would make it easier. The bike itself is comfortable to use and pedals very smoothly and quietly. You could probably use this while someone was sleeping in the same room. No annoying beeps or whirring noise. Overall, I'm extremely impressed and would recommend buying.

I am very impressed with this exercycle! It's hard to imagine a better product for the price. It's very sturdy, and the design is simple but well thought out. My list of Pros and Cons: PROS: 1. Very sturdy. 2. Excellent design. 3. Assembly is easy except for the tension control. 4. The screen is easy to see. 5. Good tech support. CONS: 1. It's not for tall users; I'm guessing anyone over 6 feet. It would be nice if Marcy added some length. 2. Attaching the tension control is Hard. 3. The "wheels" are useless on carpet. 4. It's best used on a hard surface; there's a SMALL amount of side-to-side motion on carpet. 5. The tension (pedaling difficulty) is not used for the display, especially : Speed, Distance, Odometer, Calories. If you were pedaling up a steep hill or very fast (high tension) those statistics would increase. The bike just measures RPM's and translates that to the display stats wo regard for tension. You'll have to let virtue be it's own reward here :) 6. I would be a bit more comfortable with the seat lower and tilted further back. but this is a minor quibble. It may have a lot to do with my height. Since I'm over 6 feet tall I fastened an old pair of orthotics to the pedals and I pedal in bare feet. This gives me just enough extra length to comfortably use the bike. The pros are huge and the cons are are all minor. This is a GREAT exercycle, especially for the price! I HIGHLY recommend it.

Can't change the pedals. Tried to put pedal extenders on but the thread is a smaller size. Pedals aren't great and look like they are on the wrong sides. Rides good and shows speed and distance. Assembly was easy and quick. I raised the front 3 inches to closely mimic my recumbent trike. Doesn't seem to be to noisy. Watching and listening to the television is good. Overall, it's pretty good and will do what I need it to do.

I bought this specifically for the short term, during the COVID-19 outbreak, since all gyms are closed and it is not a real option to go outside to get my usual exercise. My main goals were to get a solid and quiet recumbent bike that I could use right now with as little investment as possible given I will go back to my usual gym in the near future. But I needed it to be lightweight yet solid enough to actually deliver a decent workout. I was skeptical about assembling a recumbent bike myself, but there is no way I was going to spend $700 on a bike for the short term which likely is much larger and too unwieldy. So I went with this one which is kind of an 'off' brand compared to Nautilus or the other brands I looked at. The bike arrived in a 50 pound box about 3' x 2' x 2' (estimated.) It took me about 90 minutes to put together. Was very easy except for two things 1.) securing the handlebar and 2.) securing the tension wiring. The instructions say to secure the handlebar screws AFTER securing the seat... but you cannot get the screws in for the handlebar when the seat is already in place. So put the handlebar on before the seat. Second, the internal tension wiring apparatus and how to connect the upper part to the lower part neglected to indicate you have to cut off the ziptie and lower the large metal catch to actually connect the two pieces. Even the way I describe this here is unclear. But basically you just have to play with it until it works. Only thing I can recommend is DO NOT pull it too hard or tight, it does not need to be pulled apart with great force, rather the large metal catch needs to be lowered. In terms of the machine itself, pros are: - Works well - Streamlined design - Pedals are smooth during rotation - Very quiet - Seat is a very good large size - Padding on seat and back are very sufficient - Timing/calorie/laps mechanism works well and is simple - Tension levels are very different and truly go from light to hard - Not too heavy - Easy enough to move from one room to another I really do not have any cons because as I said in my headline, I just did not have unrealistic expectations. I will definitely use this daily and can see myself keeping this for quite a while. I am very pleased with the item and recommend it. I will update in a few weeks to report on how it has held up.

I weight 330 pounds and desperately need to lose weight, but I also have bad knees and other issues which make walking painful and running impossible. I thought an exercise bike would allow me to get some exercise while being easier on my joints. This bike fits my needs perfectly. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the more expensive bikes, but it does what I need and does it very well. The weight limit for the bike is listed as 300 pounds, but it handles my weight with no problem. There is no sagging, creaking or other signs of overloading when I am using it. It feels very solid and it is very smooth and quiet while in use. I am also 5' 11" with a 32" inseam and the pedal reach is comfortable with the seat in the last position. It was also easy to assemble but one word of advice, put the handle on BEFORE putting on the bottom seat. If you assemble them in the order given in the instructions you'll be taking the seat off again. Overall I'm very happy with the bike and would recommend it.

I just received this yesterday and assembled it today. My impressions are entirely based upon assembly and briefly checking function. With that said, I will update my review in 90-120 days to provide a long-term review. I struggled with what to write here because for the price and raw materials, this is a recumbent bike that's worth buying for the right person. At the same time, it has all sorts of little issues that likely exist in most units, which make it best suited for someone who's mechanically inclined. To start, let me give you a brief summation of recommendation, for those who may not want to read my entire review. I feel this bike is best suited for those who just want to mindlessly spin in front of the TV. This recumbent is solid enough for daily use, but it's not going to provide any serious recumbent user with a variety of resistance or workouts. In sum, this is a VERY simple machine that is meant for pure cardio/calorie burning. If that's what you're looking for AND you're somewhat mechanically inclined, I do recommend this. On the other hand, if you're not mechanically inclined and/or you're expecting this to give you a varied workout, you'd be best suited to seek a recumbent that's a bit more feature rich. Pros and cons: Pros: - It's solidly built and stable - It's nearly silent - It provides enough resistance to burn substantial calories and get your heart rate up - It's perfectly suitable for mindless spinning Cons: - The seat and back support you see in the photos is not what you'll receive. The photos show a contoured seat and back support. What you'll receive (see photo) is nothing more than a broad base and back support with flat foam and basic covering. The seat and backing are not uncomfortable but not of the quality implied by the photos. - The instructions are incomplete. 1. Do not tighten down the seat before you've installed both bolts to hold the armrest. If you do, you won't be able to install those bolts later. 2. In order to install the resistance wire, screw the entire base of the portion coming out of the base, IN. After getting the base portion of the resistance mated with the portion coming from the dial, screw the twistable portion back out approximately 1/3 of the way back out then screw the bolt up to the base in order to secure that setting. It's important to do this so you have the entire 8 resistance settings! - My unit came with pedals that lacked the proper amount of grease for the bearings AND they were both over tightened. To fix this issue, use any decent grease, remove the back cover of each pedal to get to the rear bolt, and then loosen the rear bolt. After that use a liberal amount of grease and then tighten the rear bolt back up snuggly but no more than necessary to remove play in the bearing interface. - The resistance mechanism, crank arms and likely the entire inner system create a somewhat smooth feel but lack a natural feedback you'd expect from pedalling. I didn't take the unit apart to adjust this and very well may need to later but it's mostly due to the fact that the unit uses a belt drive and not chain drive, dial resistance, and very small flywheel. This isn't necessarily a negative because at this price point, this is just simply what you'll get. In short, as long as your unit is quiet when pedalling and there are no uneven areas while you're pedalling, but it feels a little unnatural to you, that's just the sum of belt driven, cheap magnetic resistance and a small flywheel. - Others have stated that this unit can accommodate people up to 6'3" but I question their reasoning. My legs are of average length for my 6'1" height and this unit barely accommodates my leg length. So unless your legs are say 33 inch inseam or under, this isn't going to accommodate you. In sum, because if the issues I ran into, I still feel this is best suited for a mechanically inclined person. Or, if you're not mechanically inclined and have a bike shop near, ask them if they'd assemble your bike. They may not because it's not actually a bike. However, I worked at a bike shop when I was younger and we would provide that service if asked, since the core concepts are similar between and actual bike and exercise bike. I also feel the only people who should be buying this are people 6'1" and under and those who are only buying this to spin and burn calories. If all of the above holds true, I cautiously recommend this. With that said, I will update my review in 90-120 days to give a more long-term opinion. Cheers!

This bike has been very helpful with leg rehab. It took some time to put together but is working well and operates quietly. We have not tried the small battery operated timer panel.

Well this might be a bit premature as I've only just used the bike today. However, I wanted to write a review already because of an issue I had following the directions, in case it could be helpful to anybody else. But first things first: - The bike is a very nice, compact size. Based on how long your legs are, it will take up more or less room than the dimensions given. I am particularly pleased at how narrow the main body of the bike is; I don't feel like I'm trying to bike in a spread-eagle position. - The computer panel does not appear to work. I can't do anything to make it turn on, and there was no indication in the instructions that it needs batteries. I'll keep fiddling with it, but it really is not an essential component to me. - It was surprisingly easy to put the bike together. The instructions are straight-forward and easy to read. However, if you follow the directions for connecting the tension line, it appears to be absolutely impossible to assemble. I tried five or six or seven times to get that stupid thing in. Finally I cut the cable tie that was holding the electrical cord in place (making sure to attach it immediately to the above piece so I did not lose it, possibly forever, down the tube) and used the extra space where the cable tie had been to screw the nut down further. This gave me more room to screw the entire casing for the bottom half of the tension assembly down, and I was finally able to make the two parts reach! However, I had to do the reverse of what the directions showed -- first I slid the top tension line into the bottom loop and then I pulled it up and forced it into the top groove. It appears to have worked, as the bike and the tension settings all function nicely. I should note, if I had not been assembling this right behind a large chair of mine, I am not sure I could have done it on my own. I was able to rest the frame piece of the bike on the chair while connecting the tension lines, something I surely could not have done if I had had to hold the rather unwieldy frame piece. - The pedals have a positively overwhelming smell, so much so that for the first ten or so hours of having them out of the package, it smelled like I was in an auto shop. On that note, apparently half of this bike is made with materials that the State of California recognizes as causing cancer, but I guess that's to be expected when something costs so little. - The bike works like a charm, and is so unbelievably quiet. So quiet that I can even hear my arthritic knees cracking over the nominal whirring of the magnetic core. I didn't even have to turn my TV up. This bike is significantly quieter than the lowest setting on a fan. - There is a noticeable, albeit minor jerkiness to the bike when pedaling, but that is because of the particular system used for this bike. You won't find anything smoother in this price range, and I'm not even complaining about it. I just want to note that you should not expect the same kind of fluid motion as you get on exercise bikes at the gym. - Although the bike works exactly as I'd hoped it would, I do find it a bit flimsy. I'm a small woman, so it doesn't concern me. However, I can't imagine that any large or tall people would feel terribly confident in the holding power of this thing. I could be wrong, though. - Finally, the seat and backrest are not very comfortable. They are not the hard plastic of some of the other (and even more expensive) bikes I browsed through on amazon, but I still prefer to supplement with a pillow. I am particularly saddened at the lack of lower back/lumbar support, as this is something I really need. I would love to see this bike last a few years, but even if it dies in three months it's still cheaper than a gym membership and it's right in my living room. In the winter - with snowy roads - that is huge for me. Overall, I am definitely pleased with my purchase. I only rated it four stars because of the non-functioning computer, the smell of the pedals, and the (lack of) comfort of the seat. I will update my review if anything changes in the future.

Love, Love, Love this bike, but despise exercise. However, I was forced to research a bike for the purpose of recovering from a posterior hip surgery, 4 mo ago) My husband spent 40 minutes putting it together (with a few screws leftover 😳) while I untaped and disposed of packaging. The screws and bolts are vacuum sealed onto a cardboard with the part numbers on it, so if you rip it open, it’s easy to mess up the part numbers. I took a picture of it before hand, making it easier. Anyhow, this bike is my new best friend!! It is easy to get on and off and is super sturdy and although it sits on a shag carpet, it does not move. It has a soft, wide padded seat and padded back which has great support. The handle bars at the sides of the seat have a nice spongy grip but not too spongy. With each setting of the dial you can definitely feel the resistance between the settings. I am starting at number 3 and can feel the pull. There is a display unit, which I’m sure belongs in a doll house with clowns as it’s quality does not match the rest of the bike. The numbers are big, and jump around to whatever else it’s supposed to display, and the button is big and plastic. I am going to put a bag over it, so I can stop the eye-rolling when I look at it! BUT the bike is amazing. I am working out my legs (they have no muscle) and feel it will help me more than anything else I’ve tried. It is super quiet and is set up infront of the TV. I also use the handle bars (while standing in front of the bike) to do stretching, squats and vertical pushups. I am 5’4” tall and can reach the peddles easy. There is another setting to bring a shorter person closer to the peddles. The peddles are nice, sturdy and wide (I wear crocks when using). I seriously researched other bikes and so glad I bought this. My husband is 5’ 11” and weighs 208 lbs. Once he finished putting the bike together, he gave it a try. (While I was thoughtfully thinking about my recent surgery and left over screws) 😳 He was absolutely sweating at 5 min and shaking when he removed himself from it. I knew then, the bike was gonna be a keeper! Buy it, it’s lovely and it’s gonna work regardless of your body type. Ps. This is my humble opinion and was purchased for my surgical recovery (talk to your doctor if you’re recovering from THR) also, I’m thinking it’s never a good idea to have extra screws and bolts left over but not worth the argument 😂 keep the tools it comes with to retighten every now and then. Shipping was fast. Thank you 🌷🌷

Had been searching for a suitable exercise bike for an 83 year mate..We already had tried 2 but this product suits his requirements immeasurably..He is able to sit comfortably and do the level of exercise he chooses. Great exercise bike

La silla es bastante buena en relación calidad-precio, el asiento y respaldo son acolchonado así que no cansa estar sentado pedaleando tanto tiempo. El único detalle es que se mueve un poco en donde se ajusta y atornilla la distancia de la silla hacia los pedales, cuando pedaleas suena un poco. La pantalla digital funciona con 2 baterías AA y es bastante útil pues mide tiempo, velocidad, distancia y calorías. La recomiendo!!

Seat was damaged but no guarantee outside USA.

Great exercise bike for those who want a challenging but still comfortable workout at home. Won't suit a gym junkie but perfect for those who want to stay fit without the hassle. The most comfortable bike I've ridden including during my gym days. Instructions are really clear and the only slight difficulty was setting up the speed/ resistance monitor but it works well. Well worth the price.