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Got quick questions about recumbent bikes? We’ve gathered the most common ones and answered them clearly here.
The main difference between the S19 Recumbent Bike and the S23 is that the former features a comfortable ergonomic backrest, while the latter is equipped with resistance bands. For most seniors, the S19 is the better choice. Its ergonomic backrest is combined with a wide, cushioned seat, which offers strong lower-back support and reduces pressure on the spine, hips, and knees.
While the S23 adds resistance bands for light upper-body training, this feature is generally more useful for users who want extra strength work.
Yes. Designed for home use, our recumbent exercise bikes feature a compact footprint that fits well in small rooms or apartments, and use quiet magnetic resistance, so you can ride early in the morning or while watching TV without disturbing others.
It gives you a low-impact, full-leg workout while protecting your joints. It improves cardiovascular health, builds leg and glute strength, supports endurance, and helps with weight loss. The backrest makes it comfortable for longer sessions, and it’s ideal for active recovery or people with mobility issues. Plus, it’s easy to adjust resistance, so you can customize your recumbent bike workouts as you progress.
Yes, a recumbent bike is good for weight loss, especially if consistency is your priority. At a moderate pace, most people burn 250–400 calories in 30 minutes, and because the seated, low-impact position is comfortable, it’s much easier to ride longer or stick to daily workouts. Compared to higher-impact cardio, many users actually lose more weight over time.
Yes! Recumbent exercise bikes are perfect for beginners because the seated position and back support make it easy to maintain proper posture. You can start with low to moderate resistance while still getting your heart rate up for an effective cardio session.
Absolutely. The recumbent bike’s smooth, low-impact pedaling motion puts minimal stress on the knees. If your knees hurt during other exercises, this bike lets you strengthen leg muscles safely. You can start with light resistance and gradually increase it as your joints get stronger.
The biggest difference comes down to comfort, joint impact, and who they’re best for.
So if comfort, joint protection, and consistency matter most, a recumbent bike for home use is usually the best place to start. If you’re chasing a harder, more athletic riding feel, an upright or spin bike may suit you better.
Merach recumbent exercise bikes are compatible with the Merach app, which offers guided workouts, training programs, and progress tracking. They also support Bluetooth connectivity for third-party fitness apps, such as Kinomap and Zwift.
Yes. The Merach app is free to download and includes a variety of free exercise bike workout courses and training features. Premium coaching programs are available through optional subscriptions. You can refer to the app's page for more information: https://merachfit.com/pages/merach-app
Shipping hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Our warehouse is closed during holidays and weekends. Orders placed over the weekend will be processed the next business day. You will receive a notification once your order has been shipped. Please refer to our shipping policies for full details: https://merachfit.com/pages/shipping
Plus, we offer 30-day returns with free shipping. If you want a refund, please keep the original packaging of your recumbent bikes and refer to the refund policy: https://www.merachfit.com/pages/return-policy
