Hopefully found the right spot for this and didn’t overlook an old thread…
Completely green with everything cycling related. Both were impulse buys. I assumed the Core Zwift would except pretty much any bike, but having trouble confirming compatibility.
Can anyone tell me what I need to make a Cannondale Quick 6 (7-speed) [UPC: 884603841747] fit onto a Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One? Or will I not have any trouble mounting it?
Zwift recommends a bike with 8-12 speeds. My understanding is that this is primarily due to the dimensions of the chain. If the 7 speed chain on the Cannondale is too wide it may rub on the plastic guides on the Cog. If that happens you do have the option of installing an 8 speed chain on your 7 speed bike, or installing a 7 speed cassette on the trainer. Having a cassette on the trainer would also allow you to use it with other cycling apps, and provide a manual shifting option if you have any issues with the Bluetooth shifter provided with the trainer. So I think if you ask Zwift support they might recommend against using that bike, but the reality is you can make it work without much effort. It looks like it has standard quick release wheels so there shouldn’t be any problem fitting the bike on the trainer.
Thank you for this explanation. Zwift support did tell me that the trainer is only made for 8-12 speeds. I am going to see if it works today. If it does happen to rub, and I decide to switch out the 7 chain to 8 speed, how difficult is it to swap that out? Does that require changing any of the other components? Again, thanks for your help.
An 8 speed chain will fit on a 7 speed drivetrain. It’s a little narrower but it will fit on the existing cogs and chainrings.
To replace the chain you’ll need a chain rivet tool to cut the new chain to the proper length. You can use the old chain as a guide for length by laying them out next to each other.
Or you can pay a bike shop to do it rather than buying the tool if you prefer.
You’re the bee’s knees, Paul. I appreciate the help!
For anyone who finds this thread in the future… the Cannondale Quick 6 worked for me with the Wahoo Kickr Core Zwift One without any modifications.
Is the Cannondale quick 6 a 7 speed cassette etc?
I have a Carrera zelos that comes with a 7 speed chain and. Cassette.
I’ve checked the specs for it and. It has a rear hub of 10x135mm.
I’m thinking of buying the wahoo kicker zwift one and was just wondering if there’s anything you found with it.
So Scott I have the exact same bike and the exact same question!
Old Carrera (green and black one) and looking to know if I can fit the 7speed to the Zwift Hub kicker core or will I need to do a load of modifications?
This document describes what you need to install a 7 speed cassette on a Wahoo trainer. Aside from that you just need to ensure that the rear axle spacing of the frame is 130mm or more. Measure it, or ask your local bike shop.
Thank you and don’t think a 7 speed would work well with the Zwift One so no need to put a cassette on maybe just a new chain as others have said?
Zwift says their single-speed cog works with an 8 speed chain and you can put an 8 speed chain on a 7 speed bike.
Hey Scott, the Cannondale Quick 6 is indeed a 7-speed. I had no issues installing this on the Core. The only thing you have to do after installing is shift around a bit with your gears on the bike to center the chain as best as you can. If you don’t do that, the chain will rub.