I've had this bike for around 8 months and it now has some type of clicking sound coming from the crank/spindle area. I've tightened the cranks and pedals but it still makes the noise. Next up is to remove the bottom bracket. Has anyone else had the same problem? I've had this bike for around 8 months and it now has some type of clicking sound coming from the crank/spindle area. I've tightened the cranks and pedals but it still makes the noise. Next... » Read More I've had this bike for around 8 months and it now has some type of clicking sound coming from the crank/spindle area. I've tightened the cranks and pedals but it still makes the noise. Next up is to remove the bottom bracket. Has anyone else had the same problem? « Show Less
1246332
I haven't had any issues. But ironically I'm selling mine do to space issues only if you want a new one at a great price let me know
1246333
Where I did have this show up was that standing on the peddles had, over time, actually pulled on the pedal where it screws into the crank, so that it was out of line. I had to completely remove the pedal, and then slowly and gradually work it back in straight (had to essentially re-bore the stripped portions of the threading). Once I did this, the clicking went away.
1429550
Mine does the same thing sometimes off and on for quite a few years , I tore it apart but could not find anything wrong. just make sure the paddle is tight on the crank arm and that the crank arm is tight on bottom bracket stem. Internally it's fairly simple and strong, not much to go wrong.
529462
No I haven't but try to remember when you assembled that part and what could be causing noise now. Can you take the pedal off and reattach it to see if that helps?
2009630
I live in SW Houston, TX. My local Schwinn Repair facility can fix these bikes. Take a trip or telephone call to a "local" Schwinn dealer. For an automobile I used to get a stethoscope to listen to ticks and other sounds, to try to locate the source of a sound. Try this, but be careful to not get tangled in the mechanisms.The pedals and other things that spin might be loose. Jiggle these to see if it is the axle or the things that spin around to try to feel something loose; tighten as required. Try the Schwinn helpdesk, perhaps online.
1607519
Mine has gotten a little tight. I try to put sicon spray on it. The crank can get messed up if yiu crank it past the 10ft mark or crank it lower than the lowest setting. Try to avoid that
2134127
I have had my Schwinn 430 since July of 07. My wife and I have used 4 times a week since July 07. We did have the squeek, but it worked itself out. I have had 0 problems with my machine. I would buy another if ever the need!
1754692
I received the R231 at the end of Jan. It to clunks but only when cold and usually below about 12.3 MPH. I tried to get the flywheel covers off with no luck. Something seems to be holding them from inside. I will call Schwinn customer service who was very helpful when the bike was received. However, it pedals very smoothly even with the "clunk". Also, the fan didn't work at all and neither did the replacement. Evwerything else works well.
308158
Hi Bob, I don't have these issues with mine. I love this machine as it is easy to crank and to operate. Al
1980217
I bought these pedals and the first thing I did was to take the bearings out and add grease. When I first got them one of the pedals was tight and made noise. Adding grease seemed to help. Hope this helps.
963118
I figured out what the sound is, I think... There is a plastic ring inside the ring that screws on and on mine, the plastic ring is broken, thus the clicky sound because the inner shaft can't get tight.
317768
We had to repair the left pedal crank assembly with Loc-Tite Red (permanent) Thread Locker after using it for 10 months. It has worked fine since then. We have had it for about 2 years total.
2009629
Mine makes an occasional soft clicking, Check to make sure the pedal is seated correctly and tight enough, and if it really seems to be a problem, call customer assistance. They were very helpful when I had a problem with assembly.
1301705
ive only been using mine for 2 weeks........but no noise.......were the "stems" that you hooked the pedals to greased?.....maybe they need a bit of grease
161451
go with a different company, my tires have each blown out, the pedals stripped the cheap threads on the cranks. and honestly I'm affraid the entire frame might just explode. The cranks aren't under warranty either by the way.
1410074
So far Schwinn has been very good about getting back to me, but not so good in fixing the problem. I have replaced the control panel, nearly all the wires and the dc motor. It still doesn't work, but they are still working with me. If either of you have any luck, please let me know via this post.Thanks
865163
I just got my unit also about two weeks ago and notice a somewhat annoying creeking and clicking sound with every rotation. I have written to the sellers about this but have not received any reply. Will have to call to get an answer.
1712516
Hi Hazel -- I wonder if you ever resolved this problem. I have been using this treadmill for a few months now and loving it but today it started making a clunking sound when belt running. I found the user manual online but there is no mention of the problem. You call it 'clicking' I call it 'clunking' but I think we could both be having the same problem, so am wondering if you ever resolved this. Any advice you might have would be much appreciated.