Keiser indoor cycles

Why choose a Keiser indoor cycle?

Keiser comes from Fresno in California and is a household name in commercial fitness worldwide. The M-series indoor bikes are built to withstand years of intensive use in gyms, and you bring that quality into your home here. Have a look at the other Keiser fitness equipment too.

What really sets a Keiser apart is the well-thought-out engineering. The resistance comes from a contactless magnetic brake that you set steplessly via 24 gears, just like on a good road bike. There are no brake pads that wear, so the bike stays precise and virtually maintenance-free. The drive runs on a quiet Poly-V belt instead of a chain, which provides a soft, silent ride feel that is ideal for home.

Characteristic too is that Keiser deliberately keeps the flywheel light and places it at the rear, outside the sweat zone. That protects the mechanism from sweat and corrosion and keeps maintenance low. The smooth resistance and control come not from a heavy flywheel but from the magnetic system itself. That gives a direct, precise ride feel; anyone who is specifically after the heavy, carrying-through feel of a substantial flywheel experiences a Keiser differently, but many keen cyclists appreciate exactly this precision.

Which Keiser indoor cycle suits you?

The choice depends mainly on your budget and whether you want to train by power and with apps. The situations below quickly point you in the right direction.

You want the newest, connected studio bike: choose the new M3i. It has a display that shows your power in watts, cadence, heart rate and more, and connects via Bluetooth to cycling apps and training systems. Ideal if you want to train in a focused way and with data.

You want the same top bike for a sharper price: choose an expertly refurbished used M3 or M3+. You get the same quiet magnetic resistance and solid build, checked by our technicians and with a warranty, for a considerably lower price.

You want to train by power (watts): choose the M3i with power measurement. You then train in a very targeted way by power, track your progress precisely and can follow structured workouts, exactly as road cyclists do.

You want to train with your own tablet and apps: the M3i connects via Bluetooth to popular cycling apps. With the tablet holder you place your tablet within reach and follow your favourite ride or class. Those apps are optional and usually work with a paid subscription for their full features.

What to look for when buying a Keiser indoor cycle

Resistance and gears

A Keiser uses a contactless magnetic brake, not a brake pad. You set the resistance steplessly via 24 gears, so you precisely choose the right level. Because nothing rubs against anything else, the system stays precise and wear-resistant.

Drive and noise

The Poly-V belt drive runs softly and almost silently, much quieter than a chain. Combined with the magnetic brake, a Keiser is pleasantly quiet, also in an apartment or if you train early or late.

Flywheel and ride feel

Keiser places a light flywheel at the rear, outside the sweat zone. That gives a direct, precise ride feel and protects the mechanism. A heavier flywheel is not automatically better; it is mostly a matter of the desired feel.

Power and connectivity

If you want to train by power or connect with apps, look at the M3i with power measurement and Bluetooth. The console shows your key data, and you are not obliged to take out a subscription in order to train.

New or refurbished

You can choose a new M3i or a refurbished M3 or M3+. The refurbished models have been checked and tested by our technicians and are supplied with a warranty, a smart way to bring this top bike home more affordably.

Our advice: choose a Keiser indoor cycle if you want a quiet, extremely solid studio bike that lasts for years and needs hardly any maintenance. Go for the new M3i if you want to train by power and with apps, or for a refurbished M3 or M3+ if you are looking for the same quality at a lower price. Bear in mind that this is a premium, commercially set-up bike; for purely occasional light use it is more than you need.

Who is a Keiser indoor cycle suitable for?

• Keen spinners who want the quiet, solid bike from the spinning studio at home.
• Road cyclists who want to train in a targeted way by power (watts) with the M3i.
• Quality seekers who choose an extremely durable bike with minimal maintenance.
• Price-conscious buyers who want the same top bike refurbished and with a warranty for less.
• Apartment dwellers who want to train almost silently thanks to the magnetic brake and Poly-V belt.

A Keiser indoor cycle is less suitable if you mainly want the lowest price or specifically like the heavy, carrying-through feel of a substantial flywheel. If you are looking for a relaxed, upright training, look at an exercise bike.

Need help choosing?

Would you like to buy a Keiser indoor cycle but are not quite sure which one best fits your wishes and needs? We are happy to help. You can reach our spinning specialists by phone on +31 85 773 00 57, through our customer service, or visit our fitness store in Volkel, the Netherlands.

Frequently asked questions about Keiser indoor cycles

Which resistance does a Keiser indoor cycle use?

A Keiser M-series indoor bike uses a contactless magnetic resistance, not air resistance or a brake pad. You set the resistance steplessly via 24 gears. Because nothing rubs against anything else, the system is precise, quiet and virtually maintenance-free.

What is the difference between the M3i and the M3 or M3+?

The M3i is the newest, connected model with a display that shows your power in watts and connects via Bluetooth to apps. The M3 and M3+ are earlier models that we offer refurbished and with a warranty; they share the same quiet magnetic resistance and solid build for a lower price.

Why does a Keiser have a light flywheel at the rear?

Keiser deliberately places the flywheel light and at the rear, outside the sweat zone, to protect the mechanism from sweat and corrosion and to keep maintenance low. The resistance and smoothness come from the magnetic system, not from a heavy flywheel, which gives a direct, precise ride feel.

Can I use a Keiser indoor cycle with apps such as Zwift?

The M3i connects via Bluetooth to popular cycling apps and training systems. That is optional; the bike works independently via its own console. For the full features of external apps you usually need a paid subscription.

How much maintenance does a Keiser indoor cycle need?

Very little. The magnetic brake is contactless and does not wear, and the Poly-V belt is virtually maintenance-free. These bikes are built for intensive gym use, so with wiping dry after training and an occasional check they last for years.