In this article we will share with you the knowledge about flywheels. And the role of a flywheel on an exercise bike
The booming indoor sport cycling bike industry comes with various styles and gives people more chances to choose which product is the best for them. Indoor cycling bikes from early days with simple designs has transformed into high-tech multi- function exercise equipment
As usual, understanding basic design and product specs will help you confidently choose a suitable exercise bike for you.
We know an exercise bike is made from a frame, flywheel, silent belt, magnetic or friction resistance, some bikes come with air resistance, caged pedal, LCD computer…
In which, Flywheel is an important part of an exercise bike. It determines the style, texture and professional level of an exercise bike. So what is a flywheel on a stationary bike?
What is a flywheel and its role on an exercise bike?
A flywheel is a mechanical disc that sits on the front or back wheel of an exercise bike. It connects with other parts through a silent belt and plays a role in storing the momentum or inertia rotation which is created when riders start pedaling and the flywheel starts rotating.
Purpose of this momentum storing is to create the challenge for riders, bringing them the real feeling as the same as riding an out -door bike. The different weight of the flywheel will bring a different riding experience like mountain biking or road riding. And it equals cardio exercise, weight loss or high -intensive gym.
How different weight flywheels effect to the way an exercise bike function ?
Flywheels of exercise bikes come in different weights. Minimum weight starts from 8kg, increases to 15 kg and then 20kg, 22kg or even 24 kg. The heavier flywheel the harder the riders have to struggle to pedal. Usually, a heavy weighted flywheel will make riders have the same feeling as riding a regular bike on the road. While, lighter flywheel bring the riders easy feeling to ride
Flywheel from 13kg- 15 kg (around 30- 33 lbs ) is considered the best choice for a home exercise bike.
And stationary bikes with flywheels 20kg, 22kg, 24 kg are more for commercial purposes. They are more for heavy duty gym.
The weight of a flywheel will also decide the price of a stationary bike. The heavier the flywheel, the more expensive it will be.
So when it comes to the question which flywheel should you choose: 8kg, or 24 kg? It depends on your purpose of training. For some people 8kg is enough if they just want to have a bike for light exercise.
With a 15kg flywheel a normal stationary bike provides multi – function exercise which fits most for every member in the family.
Summary
Choosing an exercise bike with a proper kg flywheel will depend on how intense and heavy exercise you want for you and for your family. Also, buying a good one with a decent price will bring the best profit in the long run. And It is a better solution than a budget one. Because it is durable and it will be with you for many years to come.
Image: A magnetic stationary with flywheel 30lbs $339.00
