AssaultBike Elite

AssaultBike Elite: the premium AirBike for a genuine studio feel at home

Imagine training every day as if you were in a pro studio, only you are at home: no plug, no electricity and with features that really take you to your limit. The AssaultBike Elite is the top model in the Assault range. Smooth running, ergonomic design and extended console functions turn your interval training into an experience. You decide everything: steady heart-rate training or brutal HIIT. Are you ready for the inferno?

On this page you will find out what sets the Elite apart from the other models, how the console works, which programmes there are, what assembly and care involve and who the bike is made for. You will find videos on assembly, a review and use further down.

The premium model of the Assault range

The Elite is meant for everyone who wants the best: beginners, advanced users and hardcore athletes. It stands for a genuine studio feel with even more power and comfort. This is what makes the difference:

• Stronger resistance for even harder intervals
• Forward and backward pedalling for extra variety
• Huge, comfortable seat
• Removable wind guard
• Dedicated HIIT programmes right on the console

Together this makes a bike that is ideal for intense intervals as well as for long cardio sessions.

Air resistance instead of a motor: how the Elite works

Like all AssaultBikes, the Elite works with air resistance. A large fan wheel creates the resistance: the harder you pedal, pull and push, the greater it becomes. It adapts automatically to your effort, and there are no levels. You decide the intensity with every movement.

The bike is 100% motorless and runs purely on your own power. It needs no cable and no socket and causes no electricity costs. The console shows you heart rate, time, distance, calories and watts live.

Dual action: full-body training with arms and legs

The dual-action system of pulling and pedalling makes the Elite a genuine full-body machine. You work arms and legs at the same time and so set a lot of muscle mass in motion, from beginner to pro.

• Legs: pedalling works the thighs, glutes and calves
• Arms and shoulders: pulling and pushing the arm handles works the biceps, triceps and shoulders
• Core: at high intensity you stabilise your body, and the abs and back work as well
• Cardiovascular system: a lot of muscle at work drives up heart rate and breathing

A special feature of the Elite is forward and backward pedalling. It adds extra variety for legs and coordination to your training. The training is easy on the joints, and the intensity can be chosen freely from easy to maximum.

Elite console: your personal coach

The detachable console with a high-resolution LCD screen and Bluetooth® and ANT+ connectivity shows you everything live. You connect your heart rate strap or your smartphone in seconds and track heart rate, time, distance, calories and watts.

The Elite console with display

Front view with high handles

Large, comfortable seat

These programmes are available for your training:

• Quick start: just get going
• Dedicated HIIT intervals: right on the console, just like in the studio
• Target programmes: training by time, distance, calories or heart rate
• Forward/backward mode: extra variety for legs and coordination

Whether steady heart-rate training or high-intensity intervals, the almost limitless adjustability of the Elite lets you choose.

Workouts for the AssaultBike Elite

If you have never trained on an AirBike before, start slowly. At the beginning you will only last a few seconds or minutes, depending on the intensity. Increase duration and intensity step by step.

Two to three sessions a week of 15 to 30 minutes are enough to start with. Allow enough recovery between intense sessions. The figures are guideline values for healthy people: adjust duration and intensity to your level and get medical advice first if you have any pre-existing conditions. For more structure at the start, see the article Getting started with fitness: the perfect training plan for beginners. For short sessions, the article Training when you're short on time: efficient workouts with Assault equipment is worth a look.

Comfort, stability and adjustability

The Elite is extremely stable, easy to move and easy on the joints. The adjustable seat post fits almost any body height, and the large seat provides comfort even in longer sessions. The bike is low-maintenance and ready for daily use, at home as well as in the studio.

Pedal and frame

Overall view

Side view

The robust, corrosion-resistant construction keeps the bike fit for years. Because it needs no electricity, you can put it wherever you have room. You will find ideas for your home gym in the article Setting up a home gym: equipment and kit for maximum performance.

Assembly, maintenance and video

Assembly is clearly described and takes about 30 to 45 minutes on your own. Everything is included, clear instructions come with it, and you will find further documents in the download area of the product page. This video shows how assembly works:

Care is minimal: after your first workout, retighten the screws once, then it is enough to check them from time to time. For more tips, see the expert guide to equipment care and safety. You will find suitable parts in the bike spare parts.

The Elite in action: review and Spartan Race

You can see how the Elite performs in practice in the review. There is also a video from the Spartan Race Fire in San Francisco.

Who is the AssaultBike Elite suitable for?

The Elite is ideal for everyone who wants the maximum: beginners, advanced users and hardcore athletes. It suits HIIT as well as long cardio sessions. In CrossFit® the AirBike is popular in circuits or at the end of a session.

• Home gym: studio feel without electricity
• Studio and box: robust, stable and built for intensive use
• Rehab and conditioning: joint-friendly movement with freely selectable intensity
• Athletes: HIIT, muscular endurance, conditioning and competition preparation

AssaultBike Elite, Pro X or Classic?

The Elite is the premium model of the range. The differences at a glance:

The AssaultBike comparison puts all three models side by side. The AssaultRunner as a self-powered treadmill and the AssaultRower for rowing also go well with the bike. If you want to clarify your training goal, the article Building muscle vs. losing fat will help.

FAQ: frequently asked questions about the AssaultBike Elite

Does the AssaultBike Elite use electricity?
No. It is 100% motorless and runs purely on your own power, with no cable and no socket.

Who is the Elite ideal for?
For everyone who wants the best: beginners, advanced users and hardcore athletes. It is perfect for HIIT or long cardio.

Which extras make the Elite the premium model?
Stronger resistance, forward and backward pedalling, a huge comfortable seat, a removable wind guard and dedicated HIIT programmes: the upgrade for a genuine studio feel.

How long does assembly take?
About 30 to 45 minutes on your own. Everything is included, and clear instructions come with it. The video on this page shows the assembly.

How much maintenance does the Elite need?
Very little. It is corrosion-resistant and robustly built, and you only need to check the screws from time to time. Retighten the screws after your first workout.

Can I use heart rate and apps?
Yes. Via Bluetooth and ANT+ you connect heart rate straps and a smartphone and track heart rate, time, distance, calories and watts live.

What is the difference from the AssaultBike Pro X?
The Elite offers even more comfort with its large seat and wind guard, forward and backward training and extended HIIT functions on the console. The Pro X scores with its quiet belt drive.

Which training programmes are there?
Quick start, dedicated HIIT intervals, target programmes by time, distance, calories or heart rate, and the forward/backward mode.

Is the training easy on the joints?
The guided, flowing movements put much less strain on the joints than running or jumping. If you have any pre-existing conditions, please discuss training with your doctor or therapist first.

Does the bike fit my height?
The adjustable seat post fits almost any body height.

How often should I train on the AirBike?
Two to three sessions a week of 15 to 30 minutes are enough to start with. Allow enough recovery between intense sessions.