My main considerations when researching the potential choices for an upright exercise bike were size, quality, quiet operation, program features, durability, ease of assembly, and shipping. As it turns out, shipping was the deciding factor for me. There are a number of bikes that boast similar specs and features, but even the best customer reviews often cite poor packaging, resulting in damaged parts upon receipt. I was pleased to learn that Amazon used a private transport company for the delivery of the Diamondback 500UB, which arrived well-packaged, and perfectly intact.
I ordered the Diamondback 500UB on a Thursday afternoon, got the email notice that the bike had shipped on Friday morning, and on Monday the shipper called to arrange a time for delivery. This wasn't the Super Saver option, so I did end up paying about $55 bucks for the delivery, but in my opinion it was worth it.
The bike took about a hour to unpack and assemble. Not a difficult assembly by any means, however, the manual is marred by typos and uneven grammar. In spots it appears that it was written in another language and subsequently translated into English. But, in truth, you could probably figure out how to put this bike together without the manual, since the included screws and bolts only fit into the appropriate matching parts.
I find the seat quite comfortable, the pedaling smooth and even, the flywheel whisper silent, the frame sturdy and strong, and the computerized console packed with various workout options, as indicated in the product description above. One other thing! This bike is a heavy sucker (85 pounds according to Diamondback), so you would be well advised to consider a protective floor mat to go with it. The good thing is that the front stabilizer foot has wheels, so that you can tilt-roll this baby from one room to another, if you choose.
Overall, I would recommend this upright bike to anyone who plans to ride regularly and wants a good workout with lots of valuable data coming from the console. Very satisfied with this purchase.
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