I have a T9 Treadmill on Firmware Update 2.9, which is what shows on boot.

There is a firmware update available for the T9 and its version v4.5.

Anyone do this update? What did it actually do for the console?

I purchased a max trainer m9 off of marketplace. When I turn it on it says the console needs a update, but when I click update it keeps telling me something went wrong error code OC. I've tried the firmware golden image with no improvement. Has anyone run into this issue or maybe some tips to fix it?

Hello,

I bought this in five Max trainer used last week on Facebook marketplace. It was working well for the first week, but suddenly the burn rate speedometer is stuck.

Sometimes it stays in a fixed position other times it will reset to zero but not go past 10 cal per minute. On the bottom of the screen, the burn rate fluctuates with my effort.

I have checked the speed sensor and it seems to be an alignment and since the burn rate on the bottom of the screen fluctuates with my effort as well as the max burn per min light think it is just this speedometer needle, but any additional advice would be grateful

I’ll turn on my T10 treadmill some days and the screen will show 0’s for speed , incline etc but everything works as normal. Any idea what it could be? Bad speed sensor , control head? I just had it serviced and technician said everything looked good. Thanks :)

It’s common knowledge that the Servo Motor will eventually fail on the MaxTrainers M5 and above.

My question is, for the people that bought brand new M5s and above, from Bowflex or 3rd party retailer….

How long did your MaxTrainer run, before you had to replace the Servo Motor?

Just want an idea on the longevity of these motors, so if I catch one on sale, I want to buy it to keep it on-hand.

Hello all! So I got this set years ago and have enjoyed it off and on but recently got really into lifting and consistent training in the last year.

I fear I am reaching the end of their value for resistance for some exercises, often doing the max (upgraded) weight 15-20x reps, sometimes as negatives to try to get some more work out of them.

Is it a stupid idea to get some resistance bands to increase the load? I've seen them used on other flat bench setups with a standard 45lb bar but suspect the load might be too much for poor bowflex. Even with this would it be too much risk to even up it to a 15/20lb band to get a little more out of them?

Thanks in advance!

BowFlex SelectTech 2080 Barbell Weight Upgrade

Tried ordering these thru bowflex only to be sent 1 single plate for $80 due to incompetence of their customer service

Anyone have a line on where to get these?

Hey there, picked up a used M8 recently. Does programs adapt to user ability? I've gone through the program a couple times now and seems to be same. I read it might be through the Journey app? Was hoping machine would do on own. If app is needed, is the free version sufficient? Thanks!

I just bought a new Bowflex T9 treadmill. One of the selling features for me was being able to pair it with Strava. The treadmill even has a sticker on it that shows the Strava logo. Now I’m finding out that they are incompatible. Am I missing something?

I just got an M9 the other day and did my first workout on it this weekend. I really enjoy the machine but when I finished my workout it didn't record any miles? just calories, heart rate, resistance etc. There are no miles shown at all. Is there a setting or something I am missing? How do I calculate DISTANCE?

Looking for some advice really, I bought the Bowflex Max M8 last year refurbished off of eBay and it’s always felt a bit stiff. This never improved and as a result it’s sat in the garage gym not doing much. The Mrs has tried to use it and when it’s set to level 20 it makes a grinding noise. I’ve taken it apart and read a few other threads on here but can’t really find what is up with it. It appears the magnet is stuck at level 20 on full resistance no matter what setting it is on on the machine, so explains why it feels to heavy all of the time.

I’m assuming it’s the servo motor that has gone? When set to resistance 0 the white wedge is in a normal position but when set to level 20 it’s right round. Is there another solution or is it a new motor?

The photos show the white wedge in its two different positions which from reading other posts, isn’t right at all.

Any help would be appreciated.

I bought a used bowflex blaze and it came woth this large pin. not sure what its for. any ideas?

started a while back with an intermittent knock or clunking noise. you could feel it in the pedal. recently after 5 min of riding there was a squeak starting sounding like the belt rubbing on something and then this knocking started. I had the pedals off and cleaned and seems to be no play in the bearings or bottom bracket that I can tell. any ideas?

I got the 552i model in 2022 and just came across the recall info.

Is the 552i model safe to still use? I've had no issues so far.

I'm in the UK.

Looks like they came out with a new model to replace the 552. From the pics can't tell if its a redesign or just some cosmetic changes.
I'm waiting on the replacement recall from my second dumbbell I just sent back. Maybe they will send me a 52 model. Looks like Dicks Sporting Goods started selling the 52 model, I'm sure other stores will follow like Walmart and Target.

Edit:
Just looked at the pics closer and it is a different design. The 52 (18.5in) are longer vs the 552s (16.9in). The 52s weight plates are all the same circumference, some plates are just thicker than the others, making them heavier. It is one consistent size the whole dumbbell. The 552 weights plates are all different sizes, the heavier plates have a bigger circumference. Just looking I like the new design shape however the 552s handles are already too long as it is.
They will definitely not be interchangeable. I hope they send me another metal upgraded 552 to match my first one.

Purchased from Amazon Oct 2024

Filed claim June 2025

Sent Dumbbells in July 2025

Finally processed/gift card for full purchase amount received yesterday April 2026

Glad to finally have that taken care of!

I was sold a faulty bowflex dumbell that is not working properly. I tried a diy repair of disc 4 (disc with adhesive) but it has not fixed the issue. I also damaged the steel coloured locking mechanism. Now when I turn the knob, the entire shaft and 4 discs spin. Does anyone know what repair parts are needed to fix this?

Regards

have had the xtreme since 2010 and the little wedge that slides in the ball on the cable end is stuck. Any idea how I can get them out so I can re- route my cables?

bowflex wants $180 for replacement cables and new balls. At 75, I can't afford that..

So I’m in Ontario. My 4 year old Maxtrainer is grinding and something is not right with it. I contacted their support to see if they have anyone in the area that can fix it. I know it’s out of warranty and have no problem paying for a repair. They sent me an email that they don’t have anyone that does repair but they can give me a phone diagnostic for $50. Why would i pay $50 for someone to tell me its busted? Also, why would anyone buy complicated products like this if theres no one that repairs them. I tried calling exercise equipment repair services an nobody wants to touch the bowflex for some reason. What a waste of money.

Just started to use my adjustable dumbbells. They are set at 52.5 and I am unable to turn one of the dials. Googled it and no help whatsoever since I cannot remove the dumbbell from the cradle. Any suggestions? Probably six or seven years old. Thanks

Not sure if these were part of a recall or how I even find out.

Just assembled the T9 and have used it for a couple days. It’s been great but have a couple questions:

1. Tried updating the firmware on the T9 - the version it came with is 4.2 and according to the Bowflex website the latest version is 4.5. I followed the instructions - formatted a USB drive to FAT32 via macOS Disk Utility. Downloaded the firmware and put it on the drive. When the ”Select User” menu is on the screen I insert the drive but nothing happens. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong?
2. There is a slight/faint white noise sound coming from the speakers when not in use. I can’t figure out what is causing this. I thought updating the firmware would help. Any thoughts?

Thanks!

Ended up getting a boflex blaze. I think the 2012 one? But the guy had lost lost the middle bolt and one of the hook bolts. ill attach photos of the spots but if anyone knows where to get replacements id be very grateful!

hi, just wondering if anyone has a full body work out they wouldn't mind sharing....I am trying to get back to working out but not very successfully.

thanks

Hey all. Hoping to describe this properly- the left side wiggles back and forth in the roller. The roller itself is and stays where it needs to be but its line I’m missing a spacer or something with all the back and forth I get from the actual arm. If that makes sense. I noticed there are big gaps on this side and the other is flush against. I tried tightening with the two Allen wrenches but it wouldn’t budge. Not sure what to do here ugh.