Wahoo KICKR 2018 and Shimano Sora 11-32t 9-speed compatibilty
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Asked by: Emma Swinehart
Can you use a 9 speed cassette 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 cassette is compatible with Wahoo Kickr?
This 11 speed cassette is compatible with KICKR and KICKR CORE.
What cassette comes with Wahoo Kickr 2018?
11-28 tooth
Wahoo’s Kickr smart trainer is very quiet. Plenty of wheel sizes are compatible. An 11-speed, 11-28 tooth cassette comes in the box.
What bikes are not compatible with Wahoo Kickr core?
The following bikes* are NOT compatible with KICKR CLIMB:
- Trek Madone 2006 – 2013 with 100mm quick release or thru axle dropouts.
- Trek Speed Concept 2012 – 2013.
- Trek Lexa 2014 with 100mm dropouts.
- Merida Scultura 2019 with 100mm quick release dropouts.
- Canyon Aeroad 2014 with 100mm quick release dropouts.
How do you install a 9 speed cassette on Wahoo Kickr core?
Quote from video: This is all you'll need with the cassette. Ok. Let's go through the easiest way to get this cassette on right now after unboxing the cassette take the top lock ring out there and the top two cogs off.
Can I use an 11 speed cassette on trainer for 10 speed bike?
Yes, it’s an issue because a 10 speed chain is wider than an 11 speed. You need to get a 10 speed cassette, to match your chainset. I would think the chain would be the least of the problems, Your rear derailleur and shifters, unless they are friction from back in the 80’s, are indexed to match your gear setup.
Do I need to buy a cassette for Wahoo 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.
Can you put a 12 speed cassette on a Wahoo Kickr?
Yes, you’ll need to install a Shimano 12 speed cassette on your trainer. Using an 11 speed cassette on an otherwise 12 speed drivetrain is going to shift poorly, and wear out the (expensive) drivetrain. Shimano 12 speed road cassettes will fit on your trainer’s existing freehub body.
Will my bike fit a Wahoo Kickr?
Quote from video: The kicker is going to work on most styles of bikes however we don't recommend using it with single speed track or recumbent bikes the kicker supports both 650 see and 700 C road wheel sizes.
How long do Wahoo Kickrs last?
My Kickr Cores have each lasted between 9-12 months. Wahoo has done a reasonable public relations job by “replacing” the faulty trainers, but every replacement I’ve received was a used reconditioned trainer that they simply patched up and sent back out as a “warranty replacement”.
What generation is my Wahoo Kickr?
Quote from video: It's a kicker version 1 the power supply as well is also under the bottom here plugging. In there either a pigtail or a direct plug. That's how you determine. Whether. It's a kicker Gen.
How much electricity does a Wahoo Kickr use?
This is the number of watts the trainer can use to push against your legs, which is most noticeable when climbing and sprinting. For example, the Wahoo Kickr has an advertised maximum power output of 2200 watts, while Wahoo’s lower-end Kickr Snap goes to 1500 watts.
Do you need to change gears 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.
Is Wahoo Kickr compatible with 10 speed?
This 10 speed cassette is compatible with KICKR and KICKR CORE smart trainers.
Does KICKR CORE come with cassette spacer?
Quote from video: If you're using a 9 or 10 speed cassette you will need the 1.8 millimeter spacer that comes with your ticket.
Can I use my bike cassette for KICKR CORE?
You can use an 8-speed cassette on the Core but you would need to get spacers.
Does Wahoo Kickr work with SRAM?
This freehub makes your Wahoo KICKR indoor trainer compatible with Shimano and SRAM 9, 10, and 11 speed cassettes, as well as Shimano 12 speed road cassettes.
Do I need a cassette for Wahoo Kickr core?
While the KICKR is sold with a SRAM/Shimano compatible 11 speed cassette installed, KICKR CORE is sold without a cassete and proves an excellent alternative. However, the KICKR cassette can also easily be changed out to fit most bicycle drive trains.
What cassette comes with Wahoo Kickr v5?
11-speed cassette
It’s a direct drive design that uses a belt drive to transfer your power from the cassette – like some competitors Wahoo now includes an 11-speed cassette in the box – to a 7.3kg flywheel that’s controlled by an electromagnetic resistance unit.
Do you need to change gears 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.
How long does Wahoo Kickr last?
My Kickr Cores have each lasted between 9-12 months. Wahoo has done a reasonable public relations job by “replacing” the faulty trainers, but every replacement I’ve received was a used reconditioned trainer that they simply patched up and sent back out as a “warranty replacement”.