Original price was: ₹167,250.00.₹125,439.00Current price is: ₹125,439.00.
The Aerofit AF-168R recumbent bikes is a self-generated commercial recumbent bike with 24 levels of electromagnetic resistance, in-built speakers, a cooling fan, Type-C audio jack, and a wide LED display. It supports users up to 150 kg and is priced at around ₹1,25,439 on Metro Sports, ideal for gyms, hotels, and home users who value entertainment during cardio.
What is the Aerofit AF-168R Recumbent Bike?
The AF-168R is a self-generated commercial recumbent bike with 24 electromagnetic resistance levels, a wide LED display, in-built speakers, fan, and Type-C audio connectivity. Built for gyms, premium hotels, and home users who treat their cardio session as part of their entertainment time.
Why a Recumbent Bike is One of the Smartest Cardio Choices You Can Make
Recumbent bikes are recognised across the global fitness and physiotherapy community as one of the safest forms of cardiovascular exercise. Unlike running or upright cycling, the recumbent design places you in a reclined seated position, distributes your body weight across a larger surface area, and removes the spinal compression that comes with vertical cardio. The result is a workout that protects your joints, supports your lower back, and still produces strong cardiovascular benefits.
Key Features of the Aerofit AF-168R
Self-Generated Power System
Pedal and the bike powers itself. No power cord, no socket dependency. Place it anywhere on your gym floor or in your living room without worrying about cabling.
24 Levels Electromagnetic Resistance
24 levels of contact-free resistance covers everything from gentle warm-ups to all-out intervals. The smooth steps between levels make for natural transitions during structured workouts.
Rich Workout Program Library
The console offers 12 preset programs, 1 HRC (heart rate controlled), 1 fitness, 1 personal, 4 user-defined slots, and 1 manual mode. This is one of the most program-rich consoles in the Aerofit lineup.
LED Display with Detailed Feedback
The LED shows time, distance, calories, pulse, speed, and RPM in clean readouts. You always know exactly where you are in your session and how hard you are working.
In-Built Speakers and Type-C Audio Jack
Plug in your phone, stream from a USB stick, or use the Type-C to 3.5mm audio output to your own headphones. The AF-168R takes ‘boring cardio’ off the table entirely.
Cooling Fan
The built-in fan keeps you cool through long sessions. Small detail, big difference once you have used a bike without one for an hour, especially during Indian summers.
65-Inch Wide-Frame Design
The 28-inch width gives the bike a planted, stable feel even during high-intensity intervals. Cheaper bikes wobble. This one does not.
Health Benefits of Using the Aerofit AF-168R Daily
The AF-168R is designed to deliver the cardiovascular and joint-related health benefits of recumbent cycling reliably and comfortably over years of daily use. Here is what consistent training on this bike can do for your body.
Reduced Impact, Reduced Injury Risk
The recumbent position eliminates the vertical pounding that causes overuse injuries in runners and the perineal pressure that affects long-distance road cyclists. Users can train at moderate to high intensity for years without the injury cycles that derail other forms of cardio.
Spinal Decompression During Exercise
Most physical activities, including walking, running, lifting, and standing, compress the spine. A recumbent bike is rare in that the reclined seat actually decompresses the lumbar spine during the workout itself. For users with desk jobs or chronic poor posture, this is genuinely therapeutic over weeks of regular use.
Cardiovascular Benefits Without the Risks
Cardiovascular conditioning, lower resting heart rate, healthier blood pressure, and improved circulation all come from sustained moderate-intensity aerobic exercise. Recumbent cycling is one of the few cardio modes recommended for users in their 50s, 60s, and 70s without major caveats.
Calorie Expenditure for Real Weight Loss
Recumbent cycling burns 5 to 8 calories per minute at moderate intensity for the average adult, climbing to 10 to 12 calories per minute during interval sessions. The AF-168R’s program library makes it easy to vary intensity and avoid plateaus.
Improved Circulation in the Lower Limbs
The continuous, repetitive pedal motion of a recumbent bike acts as a circulatory pump for the lower body. This benefits users with mild varicose veins, swelling, or sluggish circulation. It is also why recumbent bikes are common in post-cardiac rehab settings.
Who is the Aerofit AF-168R For?
Aerofit AF-168R Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions About the Aerofit AF-168R
Q1: Does the AF-168R need a power outlet?
A1: No. The self-generating power system means your pedalling powers the console, fan, and resistance system. No wall socket required, which makes placement extremely flexible in any gym layout or home setup.
Q2: How loud are the in-built speakers?
A2: Loud enough to enjoy in a gym environment. For a home setting, you may prefer to plug in headphones via the Type-C audio output. Both options are available simultaneously.
Q3: How is the AF-168R different from the AF-162R?
A3: Both are self-generated commercial recumbent bikes. The AF-168R offers 24 resistance levels (vs 16) and adds in-built speakers, audio jack, and a cooling fan. The AF-162R has a higher 180 kg user weight capacity and multi-zone HRC programs.
Q4: How quickly does the cooling fan kick in?
A4: The fan activates as soon as you start pedalling and the system powers up, usually within a few seconds. Fan speed is adjustable through the console interface during the workout.
Q5: What is the price of the Aerofit AF-168R recumbent bike?
A5: The Metro Sports listed price is currently around ₹1,25,439, reduced from a marked price of ₹1,67,250. EMI options are available through our payment partners. Bulk pricing applies for gym package orders.
Q6: Is it suitable for serious daily training?
A6: Yes. The AF-168R is built for commercial-grade daily use, with electromagnetic resistance, 3-piece-grade componentry, and a sturdy 65-inch wide-frame build. It is rated for continuous use across long gym hours.
Q7: Does Metro Sports offer EMI on this bike?
A7: Yes. We support EMI through our payment partners. Visit the product page checkout or call us on +91-99889-99977 to discuss EMI options and tenure choices.
Q8: How many calories can I burn on the AF-168R?
A8: An average adult burns 200 to 400 calories during a 30 minute moderate-intensity session and 400 to 600 calories during a 30 minute interval session. The HRC program adjusts resistance to keep you in your fat-burn or cardio zone for maximum effective burn.
AF-168R vs Other Self-Generated Recumbent Bikes
| Model | Resistance Levels | Speakers | Fan | User Weight |
| AF-168R | 24 | Yes | Yes | 150 kg |
| AF-162R | 16 | No | No | 180 kg |
| AF-261R | 32 | No | No | 120 kg |
Why Buy the Aerofit AF-168R from Metro Sports
Metro Sports has been India’s trusted Aerofit dealer since 2003. Every Aerofit AF-168R we sell is brand new, factory-sealed, and backed by full Aerofit manufacturer warranty. We offer free pan-India shipping, professional installation by trained technicians, and direct after-sales service. Skip the marketplace listings. They cannot help you when something needs servicing two years from now. We can.
Order the Aerofit AF-168R Today
The AF-168R turns your cardio sessions into something you actually look forward to. Order now, or call our team to walk through the model lineup and find the right fit for your space.
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