An introduction to the Wattbike
Created with British Cycling.
The Wattbike was created with British Cycling to provide an affordable indoor bike for training and testing that is suitable for everyone from school children to Olympic Gold Medallists.
Within seconds you can be accurately measuring your power output, your pedalling technique and heart rate.
Unique Accuracy & Factory Calibration
| Intermediate Accuracy Range | |
|---|---|
| Range | Diff |
| < 100 Watts | up to 6 % or 6 Watts |
| 100 - 200 Watts | within 2% |
| 200-500 Watts | within 1.5% |
| > 500 Watts | within 1% |
| Over the full range | within 2 % |
The Wattbike has a mean accuracy of 2% across the whole power range, with intermediate accuracy shown in the table. Each Wattbike is factory calibrated and will not need to be recalibrated throughout it’s life.
More about Accuracy and CalibrationThe Performance Computer
The Wattbike Performance Computer is designed to be simple and intuitive to use. It records 39 parameters 100 times per second, but displays only the key information for the cyclist through seven different views. The rider has the option of viewing their data in Power (Watts), Energy (Joules), Speed (km/h) and Pace (time per km).
More about the Performance ComputerHeart Rate Monitoring
The Wattbike Performance Computer natively supports ANT+ SPORT chest belts including Suunto and Garmin. Polar uncoded belts can also be used with an adaptor.
Find out more about Heart Rate and Power Training in the Training SectionThe Wattbike Expert Software
The Wattbike Expert Software allows you to link your Performance Computer directly to your PC providing you with an extraordinary range of monitoring that was previously only available to the world’s top cyclists.
Whether you are a Sport Scientist, Professional Athlete, Coach or technophobe, the Wattbike Expert Software will help you to get the most out of every turn of the pedals.
Read more about the Expert SoftwareRacing
The Wattbike comes ready to race. Each bike is linked to the computer and up to 20 riders can race at once, with their progress and current performance data displayed on a screen. A range of track and road racing events can be replicated effectively making Wattbike racing excellent for teaching, training and just for fun.
Read more about RacingRiding a Wattbike feels like riding a bike
The Wattbike features both air and magnetic braking systems to allow you to replicate any desired training session from low intensity recovery riding to maximal intensity sprints. Unlike any other indoor bike, riding on the Wattbike feels like riding on the road or track no matter what resistance you choose.
More about setting up your bikeFully Adjustable
On the Wattbike you can easily replicate the exact riding position that you use on your regular bike, you can also replace the saddle and pedals supplied with the Wattbike with your own to ensure you're comfortable and able to get the most out of your physiology.
Wattbike Dimensions
- Height - Max 130cm (handlebars at full height)
- Width - 66cm
- Length - 125cm
- Weight - 55kg