Exercise Bike Heart Rate Sensor Not Working – Grip and Wiring Issues
Inaccurate or no heart rate reading from your exercise bike's grips? Learn to troubleshoot dirty sensors, bad wiring, and console issues.
How Hand Grip Sensors Work
A simple explanation of how the metal plates on the handlebars detect the user's pulse (EKG/ECG signal).
Common Causes of Inaccuracy
The most common issues are dry hands (a little moisture helps), gripping too tightly or too loosely, and dirty or corroded sensor plates.
Cleaning the Heart Rate Grips
A guide on how to safely clean the metal grips to ensure a good connection with your hands.
Troubleshooting Wiring and Console Faults
The wires from the grips to the console can become damaged or disconnected inside the handlebars. A faulty console can also fail to process the signal.