Schwinn Elliptical Machines are designed to deliver a comfortable workout with maximum results. With easy to use features, simple assembly, and a unique console designed with you in mind, the newly designed and award-winning Schwinn 420 Model 2012 is made with the same high standards that the Schwinn name is famous for. BioFit™ Comfort Biomechanically designed linkages means a comfortable and natural 18-inch elliptical path Ergonomic handles for multiple workout positions Speakers and MP3 music input port in a console that holds magazines, ebooks or other media in multiple locations BioDyne™ Performance Bi-directional pedaling allows you to pedal forward or backward to target specific muscle groups Perimeter weighted flywheel with high inertia for smooth, consistent workouts Bi-directional pedaling allows you to pedal forward or backward to target specific muscle groups BioConnect® Feedback 10 workout programs including 6 course profiles, fitness test, Quick Start, Results Mode and custom workout Integrated grip heart rate system Features & Specifications: 16 resistance levels 18-inch stride length Eddy Current Brake (ECB) resistance system Fixed and moving handle bars Articulating foot plate Fan Transport wheels Water bottle holder Reading rack Maximum user weight: 300 pounds Manufacturer's Warranty:5 years on the frame, 1 year on parts and electronics, 3 months on wear parts Compare These Recumbent Exercise Bikes Schwinn A40 Schwinn 420 (2009) Schwinn 420 (2012) Schwinn 431 Schwinn 460 Nautilus E514 Number of Programs 7 10 10 19 16 16 Workout Programs 1 Manual, 6 Profile 6 Profile, 1 Custom, Quick Start, Fitness Test, Results Mode 6 Profiles, 1 Custom, Quick Start, Fitness Test, Results Mode 1 Manual, 10 Profile, Calorie Goal, Time Trial, 3 Heart Rate Control, Fitness Test, 2 Custom 1 Manual, 11 Profile, 2 Custom for 2 Users 6 Profile, Quick Start, 2 Custom, 3 Heart Rate Controlled, Fitness Test, Distance Goal, Calorie Goal, Results Mode Performance Tracking No No No No Schwinn Advantage™ No Stride Length Fixed 17 inch Fixed 18 inch Fixed 18 inch Fixed 18 inch Variable 2 to 28 inches Fixed 18 inch Polar® Heart Rate System No No No No Yes Yes Heart Rate contact contact contact contact telemetry enabled (with chest strap) & contact telemetry enabled (with chest strap) & contact Display Type LCD extra large LCD LCD blue backlit LCD backlit touchscreen LCD extra large blue backlit LCD Resistance Levels 8 16 16 16 16 16 Other Features magnetic eddy current brake, extra large console, articulating footplates, space saving front drive flywheel, fan, reading rack, water bottle holder, powered by battery or AC adaptor (sold separately), transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers magnetic eddy current brake, fixed & moving handlebars, articulating footplates, space saving front drive flywheel, extra large LCD window, transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers, AC adaptor included magnetic eddy current brake, articulating footplates, fixed & moving handlebars, space saving front drive flywheel, extra large console, speakers, fan, reading rack, water bottle holder, rear stabilizer frame levelers, transport wheels, switchable from miles to kilometers, AC adaptor included magnetic eddy current brake, articulating footplates, fixed & moving handlebars, space saving front drive flywheel, extra large console, fan, reading rack, water bottle holder, rear stabilizer frame levelers, transport wheels, ac adaptor included magnetic eddy current brake, fixed & moving handlebars, space saving front drive flywheel, articulating foot plates, fan, transport wheels, water bottle holder, reading rack magnetic eddy current brake, articulating footplates, space saving front drive flywheel, blower fan, reading rack, water bottle h