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| Schwinn 17-Function Bike Computer | 
 enlarge | Brand: Schwinn
Category: Sports
List Price: $9.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (87 reviews)
Sales Rank: 52
Media: Sports
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 6.5 x 2
Model: SW654
UPC: 026599735376
EAN: 0026599735376
ASIN: B000DZD3FQ
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Bike Computer September 23, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Order delivered as promised through Amazon. The 17-function bike computer is pretty cool. I used the standard wheel settings that were available on the directions and it comes close to measuring distance that I measured with my car. It has more options that I needed since all I care about was distance, time, speed, and trip time. I replaced the small cable ties that came with the bike computer with larger 8" cable ties since I use it on a mountain bike and the vibration seemed to affect the performance of the product. Once replaced everything was fine. It does have a back light that can be activated and the odometer can be reset if it ever gets wiped out. Also, all reviews written by everyone else was abig deciding factor to purchase.
Terrific Schwinn Bike Speedometer September 22, 2008
This is my third Schwinn Bike Computer (Speedometer). Schwinn 17-Function Bike Computer The only reason I got this one is to replace a 12 function model that was a great little speedometer, but got broken during a move a couple of years ago. I still have one of that model on my wife's bike.
I must admit that Schwinn's instructions seem to get a little more vague with every model they come out with, but the unit isn't all that difficult to set up once you figure out what they're talking about in their setup manual and since I managed to set it up I won't lower my rating for that as long as it works like it should.
As mentioned by a few others in the reviews, the spacing of the sensor is really extremely critical to proper functioning of the unit. So is inputting the correct tire size so you won't be registering 65mph when you're only doing 5mph!
Overall, I find the speedometer to be every bit as accurate as the 12 function model was, which was really great, with the addition of 5 more functions. I like the added feature of the temperature readout here in Arizona where I do my riding. I enjoy knowing just how miserable I am from the heat! It seems to be within a degree or so of any other thermometer I have checked it against.
I started biking again after a hiatus of over 2 years to try ridding myself of excess weight I put on after I quit smoking and just for the enjoyment of cycling again, so it doesn't hurt that it gives me an idea of calories burned either.
I can easily give the Schwinn 17 function Bike Computer a 5 star rating as it does everything Schwinn claims and does it very well! Unlike some others who rated it lower than 5 stars simply because they didn't know for sure how long it would last, I have never had a problem with the longevity of Schwinn products, so it gets 5 stars from me!
Once again, take the time to properly measure your tire and correctly space the spoke sensor and you should love this unit!
great price, works great September 21, 2008
1/2 the price of local stores on Amazon. works great. It helps me know the time so I can pedal faster so I'm not late.... & then it tells me just how fast I'm going as I contemplate how I should have left a few minutes earlier, so I could enjoy the ride more. If I wanted to, I could also figure out the fat I'm losing by the calories, I suppose, but I've never been one to count those things... too many better things to be concerned with. I say, just look at your gut.... it will tell u if u already used the fuel you ate yesterday or not. I used this computer for a while now & had no problems. My only complaint is the supposed "backlight"... it is more like a flash of light that displays when u push a button that also sets other features if u are not careful
Good Computer - Not So Good Documentation September 18, 2008
Below is my original review written after a short period of ownership. After several more weeks of toying with the computer and figuring out how it works, I have to say it is well worth your money. It offers most everything you could want and then some. Only if you were training would you need more functions. You can use the computer to see how fast, both current and average speed, how far, how much time was spent and how many calories you've burned on your ride. All of which are resettable for your next ride. While at the same time it keeps a running total of how far you've ridden since installing the meter as well as keeping track of the maximum speed you've reached. Great tool and highly recommended even if all you want to know is the time of day.
I've owned my Scwinn 17 function bike computer for a week or so now. So far the computer has worked flawlessly to bring me details of my rides. It shows tons of info, some most people want to see and a few details the average person won't need. Setting this computer up was probably a bit harder than opening the bubble package, although I don't recall the manual being laid out to facilitate easy mounting. The instructions are scattered and less than perfect but if you have a decent mechanical mind you should be able to figure it out in short order. Once it was mounted learning how to use it and program it was another story. Programming calls for you to measure the tires diameter then multiply that by 3.1416 to obtain the wheels circumference. Fun thing being, the measurement has to be in metrics (millimeters). My 26" tire measured 665mm across the center resulting in a 2089mm circumference. I'm still dabbling in learning how to use the computer and I find I want it to do things I don't think it can do. For instance, after each ride it will show how far you have ridden per the odometer. The odometer can be reset to zero after each ride but I have yet to figure out how to reset the ride "time". I'd love to know info like, I rode 10 miles and it took 40 minutes. But so far my time keeps compounding adding yesterday's ride to todays ride. Not a big deal. Overall I'd say this is a very good bike computer and despite the instructions being a little less than perfect, I would not hesitate to buy another or hesistate to suggest that you buy one either. Good computer.
Exceptional!!! September 17, 2008
Bought this product this summer and it works great.
It is easy to install, comes with instructions. It gives the speed accurately. One of the best thing, is that the monitor can be removed from the handlebar anytime. That's nice if you park your bike outside.
I would recommend everyone to by it.
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