Marcy Recumbent Exercise Bike with Resistance ME-709

Long review, please read to the end of you're thinking about buying one of these bikes: So, just purchased this bike. I know it well as this one is replacing the same bike I purchased back in April 2013! The old one got heavily used over the past decade, in fact I flipped the Odometer 4 times! The bike was a big help to me as during that time I lost a total of 160lbs, the first 100lbs was by adjusting my diet alone after a while I plateaued, and it was recommended to me to add some cardio workouts to my life. I'm not into too going to the gym so I opted for at home equipment. This bike was what I selected and it really helped me to breakthrough and lose another 60lbs. I continued to use it on and off over the years. The old one still works, however the seat bracket cracked, seat is still on its just loose. Unfortunately, I gained back a good portion of the weight and being 10 years older in my late 50s now I've opted for weight loss surgery. That being said, I was advised once again to have some post surgery activities lined up, ones that I enjoy. I didn't give it a second thought, I hopped on Amazon, shopped some other brands and styles and settled on the Marcy ME709 for a second time! I mean, I used the crap out of the first one with no issues, the price was only slightly higher. So here I am 10 years later with a brand new one! It's virtually the same, they did upgrade the computer, it's easier to reset and the digits have a cool green glow now versus the LCD style the old one had. If you're on the fence buy this bike!!! It is super durable, great quality and very affordable, and not hard to assemble. Shout out to the Marcy Fitness folks, thank you for still making these available!

GREAT BIKE RIDES WONDERFUL STILL WORKS AND DIGITAL STILL ON POINT THE SIZE IS HEAVY WORTH IT KIND OF QUIET STURDINESS IS GOOD IT DOESNT FOLD UP THAT IS ONLY PROBLEM IT FITS IN THE CORNER PEDAL ADJUSTMENT OK HEIGHT IS OK TOO I AMD SHORT WOMAN SO IT IS PERFECT FOR A SENIOR MAN OR WOMAN TO RIDE I LIVE ON THE TOP FLOOR AND NEVER GET ANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT NOISE LEVEL HAD IT VERY LONG TIME NO REPAIR EASY TO INSTALL WHEN I PURCHASED IT I PUT IT TOGETHER MY SON HAD TO TAKE IT OUT OF BOX FOR ME

I am an experienced cyclist who rides for pleasure and for commuting every week on a real outdoor road bike. I also use indoor cycles at the gym and bought this to see if I could get some of my workouts at home. For the low price, this is a pretty good piece of home exercise equipment. The bike was reasonably simple to assemble in 40 minutes or so, it feels pretty solid when you sit on it, and the seat heights are adjustable enough to fit me as well as my 6'2" husband. The position of the seat almost directly overtop of the pedals is more ergonomic than some exercise bikes that put the pedals too far forward and strain the back. It is also completely silent. Easy to ride while watching netflix. ;) I can work up a good sweat at setting 6 in about 20 minutes, and keep it going for as long as I want. Note: If you are not a biker, you will think the seat is uncomfortable the first time you use it. If you use it regularly your muscles will get used to it, and you won't even feel it anymore. This is the case with all bike seats. The more you use, the less uncomfortable they feel. An incentive to keep up with it! 3 small complaints I have: 1) I'm 5'8" with long legs, a shorter torso, and long arms, and I find that the handlebars are way too low down for my liking. The low handles force you to bend forward farther than I want to, and I don't find the position natural from my experience on real road/racing bikes. You have to be careful not to round your lower back because of this constant bend. When I have been on the bike for more than 30 minutes, the position of the handlebars can sometimes become pretty annoying, and I find myself switching between all the hand positions as well as putting my hands on the tops of the handle ends in an attempt to elevate my torso a little (not designed for this). 2) The resistance of the pedals isn't the same all the way around the arc. I find that I have to push harder at some points around the circle the pedals make as they move, and if I keep pushing the same as I go around, other parts of the arc feel too easy and the pedal sort of slips forward until it hits the next hard part of the circle. It takes a bit of time to get used to this, but now that I am, I don't notice it much any more. Just still wish it was a smooth circle of even resistance. 3) The bike rocks a bit as you pedal. It's very slight, and you can change the footing a little by adjusting the end caps on the feet, but I still find that it's a teeny bit unsteady. On our wood floors this causes squeaking as the weight shifts minutely. It's not enough of a problem that I don't want to use the bike though, so overall still 4 stars. Might just depend on your floor.

I received this last week and wanted to use it first before reviewing. The assembly is fairly straightforward, the hardest part was attaching the cables together. Instead of assembling them from right to left assemble left to right looking at the picture. It’s a solid machine and the different resistance settings click into place when changing it to your preference. For me the seat is comfortable and I’ve used for four days a half hour at a time. The operation is so smooth and quiet you can watch tv at normal volume, you don’t even know it’s running when in use. Overall we’re liking it so far. Other reviewers noted that the drive belt seemed rough when pedaling and had some wear prematurely. I checked the belt and pulleys on mine everything was aligned correctly. If you’re looking for a good basic recumbent to get a workout take a look at this one.

Estaba preocupado por los daños en el empaque y en la bicicleta que se leen en algunos comentarios de esta y otras bicicletas fijas. Me sorprendió gratamente ver lo bien empacada y protegida que viene las partes de la bici. Por otro lado, las especificaciones del acero empleado y tornillería se me hacían exageradas, pensaba que estaban sobradas, pero al ver el estrés al que se someten durante el uso, se justifican, de hecho hay que reapretar fuertemente las uniones de estructura al inicio. El único tema menor que veo es el cambio de largo para cambiar de persona grande a chica, tuve que lubricar largo guía por que resultaba difícil el ajuste , al igual añadí un par de cinchos (ver foto) para tirar de ellos y facilitar reducir el tamaño. La computadora no hay instrucción de uso, para resetear los contadores tiene que ser en “stop” darle reset. Fuera de eso se me hace una compra justa y buena.

Very easy installation.. very compact and feels solid in design.. perfect for an inhouse exercise bike. May not be a pro one,but suits basic exercise needs.

Por el precio es una excelente opción. Me encantó que no ocupa espacio y que no pesa. Cabe en cualquier rincón. Es muy fácil de moverla y es muy silenciosa. Buena opción para pedalear en cualquier momento. Para mi estatura 1.58 m y peso 60 kg está ideal, aunque no sé si funcione para personas más altas y pesadas.

This bike is ideal for me. Post-stroke it's got the ideal tension for me to rehab with. It's easier for me to get on as no real leg lifting is needed and I can get my foot into the pedals. It was delivered very quickly and I would definitely recommend. My husband says the bike was straight forward to build - not as easy as putting up a shelf - but good that it's not.

What really impressed me as I unboxed and assembled the bike - was just how well built it was - very solid. The instructions were okay but I suggest watching a You Tube video on assembling this bike. The computer monitor really did need some suggestions of how to insert the wiring. With the help of You Tube...it went quickly. Once on the bike - it felt sturdy....a few tweaks and bolt tightening removed any movement. The flywheel is particularly smooth and I felt no difference from much more expensive fitness centre bikes. The monitor is basic - but provides most of what you need to know during a workout. (time, calories, distance, speed etc.). There is no holder for a phone or tablet....but that I imagine could be added to the post at some point. The adjustment for leg length is manual and a bit stiff but not something you are doing continuously so not an issue. What IS important is you can be over 6 FT and be comfortable as well as just over 5 FT! Having just had hip surgery and unable yet to ride an upright bike....the Marcy really has permitted me to "get back in the saddle" and get some aerobic activity and leg muscle strengthening. There are 8 resistance levels which is enough for a decent workout. Those looking for a "professional" type bike will need to spend more but for anyone looking for a well constructed and quiet recumbent bike at home....the Marcy MC-709 should be more than adequate. Recumbent bike reviews on You Tube and online have recommended this as a good budget bike for several years now and for good reason. (I did not receive any payment for this review).