Is the Kickr worth it?

Is the Kickr worth it?

The Wahoo Kickr has consistently been one of the most reliable and user-friendly trainers available, earning several Editors’ Choice awards from our test editors. The newest version is even better than the previous model, which came out in 2018.

Which Wahoo Kickr is best?

Wahoo Kickr V5 (2020) The Kickr is Wahoo’s top-of-the-range model. It offers a fantastic ride feel, thanks to its relatively large 7.25kg flywheel, and it’s also wonderfully quiet.

How much is a Wahoo bike trainer?

Given that Wahoo sells it for $899, the pricing on this item looks like a rip off to scam unsuspecting customers. 1.0 out of 5 stars 2 Brand New Units Broke within 2 weeks. First one bought direct brand new from a bike shop. Bluetooth broke making it a 900 dumb trainer.

Do I need to buy cassette for KICKR?

As for the Wahoo Kickr Core, it is sold without a cassette, so you will need to buy one. If you bought a Wahoo Kickr, you only need to change the cassette if your bike cannot handle an 11-speed cassette compatible with Shimano’s freehub body.

Does Wahoo Kickr come with cassette?

The Wahoo trainer is the only direct drive trainer that comes with a cassette installed. For some reason the other companies think we enjoy purchasing and installing a cassette separately. Not only that, Wahoo is one of the few companies that keeps the entire trainer as one pre-installed piece.

What’s the difference between KICKR and KICKR CORE?

The Core may be mid-priced but doesn’t skimp on features and uses much of the same technology as the Kickr, but one difference is the size of the belt-driven flywheel. These are measured by weight, and the 5.4kg flywheel on the Core isn’t as burly as the 7.3kg flywheel on the Kickr.

Does a cassette come with Wahoo Kickr?

Can I put 10 speed bike on Wahoo Kickr?

The KICKR uses an 11-speed compatible Shimano freehub body, but you can install an 8, 9, or 10 speed cassette with the proper spacers.

What brand of cassette comes with Wahoo Kickr?

The Wahoo Kickr is sold with an 11-speed cassette compatible Shimano freehub body which is compatible with most recent bikes.

Can you put any cassette on Wahoo Kickr?

The only difference between the two units is the cassette! The KICKR uses an 11-speed compatible Shimano freehub body, but you can install an 8, 9, or 10 speed cassette with the proper spacers.

Can I put a 12 speed cassette on Wahoo Kickr?

Would a 12-speed cassette work on Wahoo Kickr? Wahoo Kickr has been designed for 8 to 11-speed cassettes. But you can install a 12-speed cassette on your Wahoo Kickr if you buy the correct freehub body. The Kickr XDR freehub body will allow 12-speed SRAM cassettes for instance.

Is Wahoo Kickr better than core?

The Wahoo Kickr Smart Turbo remains one of the best trainers on the market, thanks to the sharpened up feel from the new belt and large flywheel. The Kickr Core represents great value, with a decent flywheel but without the practical extras of its big brother, the Kickr.

Do you change gears on Wahoo Kickr?

When you increase or decrease the speed of the flywheel, the trainer will have to adjust the resistance. In order to make the shift smoother, it is best to shift a few gears in order to create the least amount of impact change to the flywheel speed.

Does Wahoo Kickr come with a cassette?

Can I use any cassette with Wahoo Kickr?

The only difference between the two units is the cassette! The KICKR uses an 11-speed compatible Shimano freehub body, but you can install an 8, 9, or 10 speed cassette with the proper spacers. For instructions on replacing the cassette with the proper spacers, click HERE.

Can I put a 9-speed cassette on a Wahoo Kickr?

Your bike should be compatible per wahoo: “The KICKR uses an 11-speed compatible Shimano freehub body, but you can install an 8, 9, or 10 speed cassette with the proper spacers.” You should be fine installing the 1.8mm spacer on the kickr along with a 9-speed Shimano cassette.