AIR BIKES

Air Bikes

If you're serious about fitness, an air bike should be at the top of your bucket list. With Air Bikes, there's no ceiling, no settings, no shortcuts. Just you, the fan, and every muscle in your body working in motion.

At Elite Fitness, we've been helping Australians build better home gyms and commercial training spaces since 1986. Our Air bicycle range, including models from FITLAB, Pure Design, and BodyworX, is hand-picked for performance, durability, and value across every level of training.

What Are Air Bikes?

Built for Serious Effort.

Also known as fan bikes, air bikes use a large rotating fan to generate resistance that scales with your effort. There are no preset levels to fiddle with, no ceiling to hit. The harder you pedal and push, the harder the bike pushes back.

These assault bikes engage both the upper and lower body simultaneously. Movable handlebars work in all together with your pedal stroke, activating your arms, shoulders, and chest while your legs run the fan.

Whether you're targeting calorie burn, fat loss, building cardiovascular endurance, or toning muscles, Air bikes will stand strong at every fitness setup.

How does it work?

Ready to train smarter and work harder? 

Check out our air bike range and find the model that matches your requirements, or speak to our team for a personalised recommendation.

Call 1300 354 833    Visit Our Brendale Showroom

Why Air Bikes Are Popular in CrossFit and HIIT Training?

The CrossFit bike has become a master in conditioning programs because it supports an instant explosion of intense burn.

Athletes commonly use air bikes for:

• interval training
• metabolic conditioning
• calorie-burning workouts
• warm ups before strength sessions
• recovery cycling at lower intensity

Short sessions on a fan bike can produce significant cardiovascular demand. Many athletes use 10 to 15-minute interval HIIT workouts that match the benefits of longer sessions on traditional cardio equipment.

Points to Know While Purchasing an Air Bike

Noise and Airflow:

Because the resistance comes from a fan, fan bikes produce a noticeable airflow and sound during use. The noise level rises as the rider increases intensity. Many users appreciate this feedback because the sound reflects their effort level. The airflow generated by the fan can also provide a cooling effect during demanding workouts.

Construction and Durability:

Air bikes are designed for repeated high-intensity sessions. Most quality models feature:

• heavy duty steel frames
• reinforced fan housings
• belt driven systems for smoother operation
• adjustable seats for proper riding position
• digital consoles to track performance

Commercial-grade CrossFit bikes are built to handle regular use in gyms and training facilities. They provide the stability required for powerful sprint intervals and demanding conditioning workouts.

Training Data and Performance Tracking:

Modern air bikes include LCD consoles that allow riders to monitor workout progress. These displays commonly track:

• time
• distance
• calories burned
• watts
• revolutions per minute

Monitoring these metrics helps athletes track improvements in muscle toning while maintaining consistent training intensity.

FAQ’s

Q. How is an air bike different from a spin bike or exercise bike? 

A. Spin bikes and upright exercise bikes are lower-body focused and use fixed or manually-adjusted resistance. Air bikes engage both your upper and lower body simultaneously through moving handlebars, and the resistance is entirely based on your effort.  

Q. Are air bikes suitable for beginners? 

A. Absolutely. Because resistance is self-generated, a beginner can ride at a slow, comfortable pace and build fitness over time without being overwhelmed. There are no complicated settings to learn. You simply sit down and start pedalling. 

Q. Are air bikes good for weight loss? 

A. Air bikes are one of the most calorie-efficient cardio machines available. Their full-body engagement and unlimited resistance ceiling make them perfect for high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Many users burn significantly more calories per hour on an air bike than on a treadmill or standard indoor exercise bike.

Q. Are air bikes noisy? 

A. Air bikes produce an airflow sound from the fan, just like a desk fan on medium-to-high speed. Most users find it motivating. In a home environment, it's audible but not disruptive, particularly with doors closed or compacted facility centres.

Q. How much space does an air bike take up? 

A. Not Sure

Q. What are the weight capacity limits? 

A. Weight limits vary by model. Check the individual product listings for the FITLAB Commercial Air Bike, Pure Design AB10 Air Bike, and BodyworX Dual Actions air bikes for specific capacity information. Our team is also happy to advise via phone or in-store.

Q. Can I try an air bike before buying? 

A. Yes! Visit our Brendale showroom, where you can see our range while testing. Our team can walk you through, making you understand the differences between models and help you to buy the best air bike for your training goals and space. Call us on 1300 354 833 to confirm availability before visiting.

Q. What maintenance do air bikes require? 

A. Very little. Air bikes have fewer moving parts than most cardio machines, as this has no belts, no friction pads, and no magnetic resistance components to wear out. Basic maintenance includes periodically checking and tightening bolts, wiping down the frame after use, and applying light chain lubricant where applicable. With routine care, a quality air bike will last for many years of consistent training.

Q. Do you offer service and repairs for air bikes? 

A. Yes. Elite Fitness offers service and repair support for our products. Visit our Service & Repairs page or call us directly on 1300 354 833 to arrange support.