Monday 1 May 2017

Schwinn MY17 170 versus Schwinn MY16 130 Upright Exercise Bikes, Comparison Review

The Schwinn MY17 170 and Schwinn MY16 130 Upright Exercise Bikes supersede the 2013 Schwinn 170 and 130 models, bringing you the same high-quality build and features but with a newly designed console that’s more user friendly. The 2017 Schwinn MY17 170 also has the addition of Bluetooth connectivity which the old model and the Schwinn MY16 130 do not have.

 
Schwinn MY17 170 Upright Exercise Bike, review features compared with 2016 Schwinn 130 MY16
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Schwinn MY16 130 Upright Exercise Bike, review features compared with 2017 Schwinn 170 MY17
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The Schwinn 170 MY17 Upright Bike was introduced in the early part of the year 2017 whereas the Schwinn MY16 130 was introduced in the latter part of 2016.

Both the Schwinn 170 and Schwinn 130 utilize a high-speed high-inertia perimeter-weighted flywheel together with Eddy Current Brake (ECB) magnetic resistance which combine to deliver a super smooth and quiet workout.

Both the Schwinn MY17 170 and Schwinn MY16 130 Exercise Bikes offer a great variety of resistance levels and programs to keep your workouts interesting and challenging.  The Schwinn 170 is the higher-end model over the Schwinn 130 and as such offers more programs and resistance levels.  There are 29 programs and 25 resistance levels on the Schwinn 170, while the Schwinn 130 has 22 programs and 20 resistance levels.

Being the higher-end exercise bike, the Schwinn MY17 170 is built to withstand more heavy-duty use and  has several upgrades in build and features over the Schwinn MY16 130 including:

·         A better crank system (3-piece compared to the 1-piece of the Schwinn 130)
·         Padded elbow rests on the handlebars which the 130 does not have
·         4-way adjustable seat that adjusts both up/down and fore/aft compared to the 130’s seat that only adjusts up/down
·         Blue-backlit LCD display compared to the 130’s black/grey display
·         4 user profiles compared to just 2 on the 130
·         Pulse grip and telemetry heart-rate monitoring compared to just pulse-grip monitoring on the 130
·         Bluetooth connectivity which the 130 does not have

The Bluetooth connectivity of the Schwinn 170 MY17 Exercise Bike allows for seamless transition of workout data to online fitness apps like SchwinnConnect and MyFitness Pal.  The Schwinn 130 does allow you to transfer your data to online fitness apps but you have to do it via its USB port rather than Bluetooth.

Schwinn MY17 170's Dual Track blue-backlit LCD display with Bluetooth connectivity, 29 programs & 25 resistance levels, image
Schwinn MY17 170's Dual Track
blue-backlit LCD display
with Bluetooth connectivity,
29 programs & 25 resistance levels
Schwinn MY16 130's Dual Track black/grey LCD display, 22 programs & 20 resistance levels, image
Schwinn MY16 130's Dual Track
black/grey LCD display,
22 programs & 20 resistance levels


Both the Schwinn MY17 170 and Schwinn MY16 130 Exercise Bikes feature Dual Track LCD screens (2) which display a range of motivating workout stats such as time, speed, distance, calories, pulse, intensity and more.  As previously mentioned, the Schwinn 170 has the up-graded blue-backlit display that’s easier on the eyes.  Both consoles have been redesigned for ease of use and offer performance tracking with Goal Tracker.

Additional features on both the Schwinn 170 and Schwinn 130 exercise bikes include a USB charging port, acoustic chamber speakers with MP3 input, media shelf, 3-speed cooling fan and water bottle holder.

For rider comfort, both the Schwinn 170 and Schwinn 130 Bikes have angle-adjustable handlebars and a contoured padded saddle.  For extra stability, both bikes feature 2 integrated levelers and support a rider weight capacity of up to 300 lbs.




Alternatively get the older 2013 models of the Schwinn 170 & Schwinn 130 Exercise Bikes while they’re still available at a low price:




Let’s take a closer look at the differences and similarities in features and specifications between the Schwinn MY17 170 and the Schwinn MY16 130 to help you decide on which is the best Exercise Bike for you:


Main differences in features between the Schwinn MY17 170 versus Schwinn MY16 130 Upright Exercise Bikes:


SCHWINN  MY17 170 
UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE
SCHWINN  MY16 130
UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE
Differences
PRICE
Retails at around $65 MORE than the Schwinn 130 online
Retails at around $65 LESS than the Schwinn 170 online
MODEL NO.
MY17 170  (Year 2017)
MY16 130  (Year 2016)
RESISTANCE
LEVELS
25

20
COLOR OF LCD DISPLAY
Blue backlit
Black/grey
NO. OF USER PROFILES
4
2
NO. OF PRESET PROGRAMS
29 including:
·         12 profile
·         9 heart-rate
·         4 custom
·         2 fitness tests
·         1 recovery test
·         1 quick start
22 including:
·         9 profile
·         8 heart-rate
·         2 custom
·         2 fitness tests
·         1 quick start
DATA TRANSFER
TYPE TO ONLINE
FITNESS APPS
Bluetooth
USB port
HEART RATE MONITOR
·         Contact pulse grip
·         Telemetry enabled
·         Contact pulse grip
SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
·         Up/down
·         Fore/aft
·         Up/down
CRANK
3-piece
1-piece
PEDALS
Oversized pedals with adjustable safety straps
Standard pedals with adjustable safety straps
HANDLEBARS
·         Angle Adjustable
·         Padded elbow rests
·         Angle adjustable
DIMENSIONS
Approx.  41” long x
22” wide x 58” high
Approx.  41.3” long x
21.4” wide x 55.6” high
WEIGHT OF BIKE
Approx.  62.8 lbs
Approx.  58.4 lbs



Similarities in features between the Schwinn MY17 170 and Schwinn MY16 130 Upright Exercise Bikes:


SCHWINN  MY17 170 
UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE
SCHWINN  MY16 130 
UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE
Similarities
FLYWHEEL
High-speed high-inertia perimeter-weighted
RESISTANCE SYSTEM
Eddy Current Brake (ECB) magnetic
CONSOLE DESIGN
Streamlined console design for ease of use
DUAL TRACK DISPLAY
2 display windows:  3” x 5” main & 1” x 5” secondary
STATS DISPLAYED
·         Time
·         Speed
·         Distance
·         RPM
·         Calories
·         Pulse
·         HR zone indicator
·         Intensity meter
·         % complete
·         Profile
MILES & KM
Switchable between miles & kilometers
QUICK KEYS
10 for resistance
PERFORMANCE TRACKING
Goal Tracker
ONLINE FITNESS APPS
Connect with SchwinnConnect, MyFitnessPal & other online fitness apps
USB CHARGING PORT
Yes
MEDIA SHELF
Yes
SOUND SYSTEM
Acoustic chamber speakers with MP3 input
COOLING FAN
3 speeds
WATER BOTTLE HOLDER
Yes
SADDLE
·         Contoured & padded saddle for comfort
·         Easy seat exchange system
USER WEIGHT CAPACITY
Up to 300 lbs
STABILITY
Built with 2 integrated levellers for added stability
PORTABILITY
Front-mounted transportation wheels
POWER
Electric, AC adaptor included
WARRANTY
·         Frame – 10 years
·         Mechanical – 2 years
·         Electrical – 1 year
·         Labor – 90 days


Schwinn MY17 170 Upright Exercise Bike, with 4-way adjustable seat and padded elbow rests, image, review features & specifications plus compare with 2016 Schwinn 130 MY16
Schwinn MY17 170 Upright Exercise Bike,
with 4-way adjustable seat & padded elbow rests
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Schwinn MY16 130 Upright Exercise Bike, with adjustable up/down seat, image, review features & specifications plus compare with 2017 Schwinn 170 MY17
Schwinn MY16 130 Upright Exercise Bike,
with adjustable up/down seat
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See what customers who have bought either  the Schwinn MY17 170 or Schwinn MY16 130 Upright Exercise Bikes have to say about them:

J.O.:
“The Schwinn 170 was very easy to put together.  It’s a great bike and I really enjoy using it.  I like the different skill levels and programs it has to offer.  It also tracks your performance so you can see your progress over time.  I like that this bike has Bluetooth capability.  I like to use my iPad with a touring program when I’m cycling on this bike.  The iPad does cover the screen but I can still see the time and distance display.  I use the fitness app as well and the bike transmits your workout info to the app.  It’s supposed to sync with MyFitnessPal but at the time of writing they’ve had some issues syncing with the app although they are aware of it.  I thought I wouldn’t be bothered about the water bottle holder and fan and these were not a selling point for me but actually I have found them to be most handy things to have.”

A.P.:
“In my opinion the Schwinn 130 MY16 is the best upright exercise bike Schwinn has made to date.  It’s solidly built, detailed and quiet.  It has complete programming on 2 separate screens with lots of different options including creating your own programs.  It has a place to put your iPad or other tablet.  Why spend more when you don’t need to?!  I recommend you buy this, you won’t be disappointed.”

C.D.:
“I love my new Schwinn 130 bike.  I easily assembled it within 30 minutes.  It came with clear instructions and not many parts to assemble.  It works very quietly.  In fact, on my first workout my wife who was in the same room didn’t even know I was on it til she turned round on the couch.  This exercise bike is an efficient tool for getting your cardio exercise in every day without disturbing anyone else in the house.  You can adjust the stabilizing legs for a smooth ride.  I like the cooling fan which can be turned on at the simple touch of a button on the console.  I plug my mobile phone into the console and listen to music while I cycle.  Overall, a good return on money well-spent and I highly recommend it.”


Alternatively get the older 2013 models of the Schwinn 170 & Schwinn 130 Exercise Bikes while they’re still available at a low price:




N.B.  It’s advisable to consult your doctor or health care professional before undertaking any new exercise regime.

*Prices/discounts/shipping indicated correct at time of writing/publishing and may be subject to change anytime.  E&OE.


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