- High Quality Frame: The Matrix R30 has a 155 pound (70 kg) steel frame that’s under lifetime warranty. Compact for a recumbent bike, it takes just 63″ x 25.6″ of floor space and is 48.4″ high. A step-through design (no bike bar in the way) makes Matrix recumbent bikes especially easy to mount/dismount.
- Magnetic Braking: The Matrix R30 features magnetic braking, which is the most common type used on high-end home exercise bikes. Compared with contact braking it’s much quieter and more durable. With the R30 a trainee can choose from 20 resistance levels and easily make digital adjustments. For comparison the Matrix R50 has an even more advanced induction brake system with 30 settings.
- Heart Rate Monitors: Matrix recumbent bikes support heart rate monitoring with two systems. Grip pulse sensors are built into the handlebars, and all three residential bike consoles have wireless receivers.
- Console Choice: Matrix home exercise bikes can be paired with XR, XER and XIR consoles. The default is the XR with an 8.5-inch LCD, five classic workout programs, wireless data logging, and Passport readiness for using interactive Virtual Active video with a home TV. With Virtual Active, you can virtually ride through popular destinations worldwide. As your speed changes, the footage adjusts accordingly… Next, the XER console is an upgrade with a 6” touch screen, ten standard workouts, built-in video tours, Passport readiness, and eight-week high intensity training programs. Additionally the XER console has apps for social media, Hulu, YouTube and more. Finally, the best Matrix bike console is the XIR. It has the same specs as the XER but a bigger 10” touch screen, a web browser and an extra workout program.
- Virtual Active: Simulated outdoor bike rides in scenic real-life destinations are available with all Matrix recumbent bikes. Virtual Active videos present high-definition views of beautiful locations on several continents. Three videos are built into the XER and XIR consoles for viewing on their built-in screens. Another viewing option any R30 bike console is watching Virtual Active on a home TV, which can be even more true-to-life. Using Virtual Active with a TV requires the separate purchase of a Passport Media Player.
- Sprint8: The Sprint8 training app is built into the XER and XIR Matrix recumbent bike consoles. Sprint8 provides eight-week high intensity interval training (HIIT) courses at personalized challenge levels. These workouts bring results very efficiently: Ride for just 20 minutes on alternating days to quickly trim fat, add lean muscle mass and improve your cardiovascular health.
- Mesh Seat: A Comfort Arc Seat with mesh back provides lumbar support with good airflow. This bike seat is better than what we see from other brands, plus it’s interchangeable with other seating for customization.
- Interchangeable Pedals: Pedals on Matrix recumbent bikes have straps for security and are self-balancing for easier access. They can be replaced with standard bike pedals.
- Data Tracking: For convenient data sharing with popular fitness apps and fitness devices, the Matrix R30 bike has ViaFit connectivity on all its consoles. Additionally the XER and XIR consoles have MyFitnessPal.
- Audio: Speakers are built into the XER and XIR consoles. Each of these consoles has a connection for an MP3 player. Additionally the XIR has an app called My Media.
- High Capacity: This stable bike has a 350 pound (159 kg) user weight capacity.
- Bottle Holder: Each Matrix residential console has a bottle holder.
- Compact: A big selling point for Matrix residential recumbent bikes is the small size. The R30 and R50 measure just 63″ long x 25.2″ wide x 47.2″ high (106 x 64 x 120 cm). Recumbent bikes are usually much longer.
- Warranty: The base price of $1,899 includes lifetime protection for the bike frame, five years for parts and any console, and two years for labor.
