Best Precor Exercise Bikes of 2023

Precor Exercise Bikes Buying Guide

Precor stationary exercise bikes are built for commercial or light commercial use, which means they are durable and well made. They come in the three possible makes of stationary bikes: upright, recumbent and spinners. There are also three different levels and three different price points to suit your ability and budget. The prices range from $1,395 to $7,395. Rest assured, the Precor brand will not disappoint, they have been manufacturing club equipment since the 80’s and share the same owner Amer Sports with the likes of other reputable sports brands Salomon, Peak Performance and Atomic, to name a few.

Precor Bikes Buying Guide

The Buying Guide gives you some insight into the company and a little background on the bikes manufactured by Precor along with a few suggestions on the best value purchases.

About Precor

Precor is a globally recognized fitness brand that launched in the 80’s as Precision Corporation. It began with ergonomic rowing machines and then cemented it’s innovative image and leadership in the fitness industry with the creation of elliptical trainers and cushioned treadmills. Precor believes in responsible business practices when it comes to the environment and human health; their headquarters are Leed CI Gold certified, which means the building is sustainable – it uses less energy, saves water, generates less waste and supports a healthy working environment  (design, construction operation and manufacturing). Precor is now a subsidiary of the Amer Sports Corporation, a Finnish company that also owns other sporting brands, Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic, Mavic, Suunto and Wilson.

Precor Stationary Exercise Bikes

Precor manufactures light commercial and commercial grade stationary exercise bikes; uprights, recumbents and spin. They come in three collections: Assurance Series (600 series), Experience Series (800 series) and Precor Spinners. The Assurance is for light commercial use while the Experience series is commercial (club) grade. The differences between the bikes in the Experience series  are the consoles, the mechanics and motion are the same. The 600 series is more basic, and there is only one choice of console for this selection.

Precor Commercial vs. Precor Light Commercial

The difference between the commercial and light commercial is the expectation of use. Equipment for gyms/clubs need to be sturdier as the use is daily, several times per day; where users pay membership fees to workout. Light commercial means places like hotels, physical therapy centers where the use is not as frequent or demanding.

Precor Commercial Series

Precor commercial options, the Experience or 800 series, are Precor’s top tier bikes in durability and quality; made for consistent use by different users of varying abilities and sizes. They come in both recumbent and upright designs. They are also the most expensive offering of the bikes; ranging in price from $3,925 to $7,395.

The warranty for residential use:

• Parts – 10 years.
• Labor –I yr.
• Frame – Lifetime

The warranty for commercial use:

• Parts -2 years wear
• Items – 1 year
• Labor – 1 yr.
• Frame: 7 years

Precor Light Commercial

There are two options for light commercial, one recumbent and one upright. The prices: Recumbent (RBK 615) $2,795 and Upright (UBK 615) $2,445.

The warranty for residential use:

• Parts – 10 years.
• Labor –I yr.
• Body/Frame – Lifetime

The warranty for commercial use:

• Parts (mechanic and electronic) -2 years wear
• Items – 1 year
• Labor – 1 yr.
• Body/Frame: 7 years

Precor Spinner Series

Precor Spinner Series, is a fairly new foray into the spin culture by Precor, but they have jumped in full speed ahead. The options include, three different levels at three different price points. The entry-level spinner is the Precor Spinner Ride, mid level is the Precor Shift and premiums include the Climb and Chrono Power. The Ride and Shift  are sold with either a chain drive or a belt drive; the chain is for those who want to feel the authentic feel of an outside bike, they are the same quality although they are a few hundred dollars cheaper than the belt options. If you are wondering about the Rally model, they have been discontinued. Precor isn’t just manufacturers of these bikes, they have delved into the spin culture and have a dedicated team of master instructors worldwide delivering workshops on spinning. The Spinning Studio Console is simple and can be added to any in the Spinner series. The prices of the spinners are generally the lowest in the collections of bikes, from $1,395 to $2,995.

The warranty for residential use:

• Parts – 10 years.
• Labor –I yr.
• Console – 1 yr.
• Body/Frame – Lifetime

The warranty for commercial use:

• Parts (mechanical) 1 yr.  
• Console – 1 year.
• 90 days wear
• Items – 1 year
• Labor – 1 year
• Mechanical parts – 2 yrs.
• Frame: 10 years

Best Value Precor Commercial Exercise Bikes

All the bikes in this series are great, but they are pricey. The best value buy would be the UBK 865. One of the things it has above the UBK 835 is the 860 Line Touch Screen Console (10”), which is becoming the norm for most exercise equipment and expected by most workout enthusiasts these days. It has 25 resistance levels, ergonomic riding positions, and contact heart rate reading. The drive system makes for quiet and comfortable rides. The belt system requires less maintenance.

Best Value Precor Spinners

The Precor Spinner Shift (belt or chain) is the best value for your mid level option. It is designed to be used in clubs and so will be durable and last for many years. The console (sold separately)  monitors cadence, time, heart rate, and calories.

Precor Stationary Exercise Bikes List

Here are the current exercise bikes offered by Precor

600 Series – Assurance Series (light commercial grade)

• One upright: UBK 615
• One recumbent: RBK 615

800 Series – Experience Series (commercial grade/club quality)  

• Three Uprights: UBK 835, UBK 865, UBK 885
• Three Recumbents: RBK 835, RBK 865,RBK 885

Precor Spinner® Series

• Precor Spinner Ride with Chain Drive
• Precor Spinner Ride with Belt Drive
• Precor Spinner Shift with Chain Drive
• Precor Spinner Shift with Belt Drive
• Precor Spinner Climb
• Precor Spinner Chrono Power