Converting a regular bike to a stationary bike requires a bike trainer to lift and stabilize the rear wheel off the floor while providing resistance that mimics the feel of riding the bike on the road. Providing resistance while peddling your bike allows you to strengthen your legs and obtain a cardiovascular workout that can help you lose weight. Converting your bike also lets you continue to train on your bike during inclement weather and at any time you choose.
Step 1
Measure the diameter of your bicycle's back wheel. Obtain a bike trainer designed to fit your bike and convert it to a stationary bike.
Step 2
Unfold the legs on the bike trainer and place it on a flat, level floor. If you place the legs on an unleveled surface, you could create an unsafe condition when riding your bike.
Step 3
Turn the handle counterclockwise on the hub of your trainer to open the couplings. If your trainer is equipped with tensioning knobs that tighten on each side of the trainer, loosen both knobs by turning them both counterclockwise.
Step 4
Install the rear wheel of your bicycle into the trainer by placing the rear axle into the hubs on the trainer. Tighten the left hub by turning the knob clockwise. If your trainer only tightens on the right side, sit the left axle into the axle couplings on the trainer.
Step 5
Center the rear tire on the drive roller and tighten the right hub by turning the knob or handle clockwise.
Step 6
Turn the drive roller adjustment knob clockwise until the roller contacts the rear wheel tire on your bike.
Things You'll Need
- Tape measure
Member Comments