DIY How to Fix a Squeaking Belt on an Indoor Spin Bike – Healthrider Exerplay 200

How to Fix a Squeaking Belt On Spin Bike?

Before you start fixing the squeaking belt noise, inspect the exercise bike to determine which part of the bike is making noise. Follow the steps listed below to fix the squeaking belt noise:

Step 1

The first step is to remove the pedals adequately and ensure that the threads of pedals don’t get damaged. Rotating pedals anti-close-wise will remove the side pedals before fixing the belt. Take a wrench to lose the bolts and pull out pedals.  

Step 2

Next, remove the exercise bike’s crank arm by unboxing the bolt with the help of a crank arm puller attached to the bike and pulls out the crank arm. Once you have pulled out the crank arm, then take out the housing attached to the bike with the screws. Unscrew the screws around the housing, and it will pop out of the bike. 

Step 3

When you remove the housing panel of Healthrider Exerplay 200, you will find a bike crank connected to a big flywheel with the help of a belt. Check the belt’s condition to find out whether it is worn out or in good condition. If the belt has a good condition, make sure it is tight and working correctly. It may make noise due to the dry belt, lubricate the spin bike’s belt, and tighten any loose bolts you find in the bike. 

When it comes to lubricating spin bikes, you get plenty of options on the market, each claiming to be the best. However, we have researched some of the best lubricants that help to fix a squeaking belt. Check the lubricants as below:-

1.Spot On 100% Silicone Belt Lubricant

Spot On is a silicon gel lubricant that was initially designed for treadmills; however, it worked great for elliptical. It is useful, sticky, and non-toxic to apply on a variety of materials. The lubricant can apply in two ways, i.e., using the lubricant is to squeeze out directly on the element and the second allows applying it using the tube extension. 

This lubricant smoothly flows under the belt, chains, and other moving parts. It prevents ellipticals from making noise, lets the machines run smoothly, and enhances their usability. The lubricant is best to apply on joints, rails, chains of elliptical machines, and other home trainers. 

It quickly fixes noise coming out of elliptical machines and treadmills. This lubricant has the most satisfied customers with positive ratings. 

Pros

• Effective for noise solution
• Extends life of machines
• Non-toxic and odorless 

Cons

• It comes in fragile packing. 

2. Permatex 81981 White Lithium Grease

This multipurpose lubricant works on all metals and plastic applications. It comes in a thick substance packed in 10.75 oz aerosol can but works like the grease. The lubricant withstands high temperature, sustains moisture, and prevents friction. 

It is non-toxic, odorless, and offers protection against rust and dust. It can be applied to multiple applications, make surfaces smooth, and protect the metals by increasing their life. Permatex lubricant doesn’t evaporate and lasts longer than leading lubricant brands. 

The lubricant works pretty well with elliptical machines and spin bikes, fixing noise quickly. Just apply a little amount of the lubricant to chains, belts, and moving parts of different machines. 

Pros

High performing and long-lasting

• Reduces wear and tear
• Easy to apply

 Cons

• Strong smell

3. Lucas Oil 10533 White Lithium Grease

Lucas Oil brings excellent and highly effective grease oil to use with the spin bikes and elliptical trainers. It delivers exceptional performance to fix squeaking belts and prevents noises. It lasts longer and protects the material from friction and rust. 

The lubricant comes in a handy squeeze bottle and best to use on treadmills, cross trainers, and spin bikes. It works well on rotating belts, gliding bars, and bearings. 

Pros

 Great packaging

• Easy to use
• Thick lubricant

Cons

•  Need to shake well before use

What Are The Causes Of Squeaking Belts In Spin Bikes?

Squeaking belts is a common issue in spin bikes and ellipticals machines. There can be plenty of reasons for noisy belts, but loose belts are one reason most users experience when exercising on the spin bikes. 

 Loose belts make noises due to a tremendous amount of pressure applied while pedaling a bike. Resultantly, they start to lose and slip when used, creating a weird noise on the bikes. You need to either change the belt if worn out or fix the existing one to function smoothly. Regular maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication can help to prevent the bikes from making noise. A detailed list of lubrication can be accessed here.

 Another reason for the noisy spin bikes is jammed pedals that don’t rotate smoothly and require more pressure for pedaling the bike. The pedals should be lubricated and assembled with the axles to let them work properly. The noise may be coming out of the bike due to its unbalanced position. 

 All these factors must inspect before you move, fixing the squeaking noise coming out of the machine. Identify the source of noise and then act accordingly. When you are sure that the noise is coming from the belt, then you can directly fix the belt to fix the spin bike to make noise. 

 To fix the noisy belts yourself, you need to understand spin bikes’ primary mechanism and identify the problem. You should have all the necessary tools to fix your bike at home, and a manual containing the instructions to do the maintenance and handle the bike.