NewCityRide U2 Upright Exercise Bike
A compact upright bike for steady home cardio. Smooth magnetic resistance, an adjustable seat, and a small footprint that fits a spare room or corner.
£149.99inc. VATIn stock
Upright bikes
Upright exercise bikes for steady home cardio
An upright exercise bike gives you a classic cycling position and a quiet, steady ride in a small footprint. It is the simplest way to build a daily cardio habit at home. The NHS advises adults to do at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week, or 75 minutes of vigorous[1], and it names riding a bike as moderate activity. A bike in the corner of the room makes those minutes far easier to reach.
- Free UK delivery
- Interest-free instalments
- 2 year warranty
- 14 day returns
- Ships part-assembled, tools included
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NewWho is an upright bike best for?
Upright bikes suit anyone who wants straightforward cardio without a large machine in the room. The riding position is familiar, the seat adjusts for height, and magnetic resistance keeps the ride quiet enough to use while the television is on. The habit is worth building: the NHS says regular activity can lower your risk of early death by up to 30%[2].
How much exercise should you aim for?
Aim for the weekly cardio target, then add strength. Alongside the 150 minutes, the NHS advises muscle-strengthening activity on at least 2 days a week[1]. Three or four short rides, plus a couple of strength sessions, cover both.
Compare the whole range
Every bike we stock, side by side. All prices include VAT.
| Model | Type | Resistance | Max user weight | Folds | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FoldFit X1 Folding Exercise Bike | Folding | Magnetic, 16 levels | 120 kg | Yes | £179.99 | View bike |
| CityRide U2 Upright Exercise Bike | Upright | Magnetic | 120 kg | Yes | £149.99 | View bike |
| Studio Pro S3 Indoor Spin Bike | Spin | Weighted flywheel | 150 kg | No | £279.00 | View bike |
| DeskFit Mini Pedal Exerciser | Mini pedal | Adjustable knob | To be confirmed | Yes | £59.99 | View bike |
| ComfortGlide R500 Recumbent Exercise Bike | Recumbent | Magnetic | 150 kg | No | £549.00 | View bike |
| AirStorm A1 Air Bike | Air | Air / fan, unlimited | 150 kg | No | £449.00 | View bike |
All prices include VAT. Max user weight is taken from the supplier specification. Where a figure still reads "To be confirmed", we will publish it as soon as the supplier confirms it.
Upright exercise bike questions
What is an upright exercise bike?
An upright exercise bike puts you in a normal cycling position, sitting over the pedals. It gives a steady cardio workout and takes up less floor space than a recumbent.
Are upright bikes good for beginners?
Yes. Magnetic resistance starts gentle and steps up as you improve, so an upright bike suits a first bike and daily cardio.
Do upright bikes fold away?
Upright bikes do not fold, but they have a small footprint and transport wheels, so you can move one into a corner between rides.