KICKR BIKE v1 (2019) Product Information & FAQ

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Design Specifications

Part Number: WFBIKE1
Shipping Dimensions: 54" x 14" x 35" (135 x 34 x 88 cm)
- For space requirements see How much space does a KICKR BIKE occupy when fully extended?
Weight: 93 lbs (42 kg)
Power Requirements: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 2.5A Max
Drivetrain: Belt Drive
Resistance Type: Electromagnetic and Enhanced Motor
Accuracy: + / - 1%
Maximum Simulated Grade: 20%
Minimum Simulated Grade: -15%
Maximum Power Output: 2200 Watts
Connectivity: BLE, ANT+, ANT+ FEC
KICKR HEADWIND Compatible: Yes

Compatibility

User

User Height Range: 5 feet (152 cm) to 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm)
Max User Weight: 250 lbs (113 kg)
Crank Arm Lengths: 165, 167.5, 170, 172.5,175

Connectivity

Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 4.2
- FTMS - power, speed, cadence, and control
- CPS - power, speed, and cadence
ANT+
- FE-C - power, speed, cadence, and control
- PWR - power, speed, and cadence

Device

Minimum maintenance and use of the KICKR BIKE V1 requires a device capable of connecting to the KICKR BIKE V1 via the Bluetooth low energy (BLE) 4.0 or higher protocol and of running the Wahoo app. See the Wahoo app in Apple or Google Play stores for current minimum device operating system requirements of the Wahoo App.
Compatibility with other devices or apps is dependent on the connectivity/minimum operating system requirements of the desired app.

Third party apps

Download the KICKR 3rd Party App Comparison Table in PDF format

In The Box

Caution: use of third party power adapters not supplied by Wahoo Fitness may cause permanent damage to KICKR BIKE.

Core Features

Accurate power measurement of +/- 1% with up to 2200W of resistance.
- Reported - Power, Speed, Distance and Cadence
  - Measured - Power and Cadence
  - Simulated - Speed and Distance
Customized fit, shifting and gearing to match your outdoor bike
- Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo road shifter configurations
- 9-13 speed gearing configurations
Real-time physical grade changes for immersive and realistic rides.
Virtually silent operation
Control with the Wahoo app
Control with an ELEMNT computer
Third party app control

Setup

Download the full KICKR BIKE V1 (2019) Quick Start Guide as a PDF for instructions in English and other languages. Find the BIKE v2 (2022) Quick Start Guide and BIKE PRO (2019) Quick Start Guide here.
See Set up a KICKR BIKE for details on assembly, pairing, and controls configuration.
Pair the KICKR BIKE to the Wahoo App

Using a KICKR BIKE

Shifter/button configuration on a KICKR BIKE V1 & V2. For shifter/button configuration on a KICKR BIKE PRO.
Information on controlling a KICKR BIKE with a computer (BOLT, ROAM, ACE)
KICKR BIKE training modes (Passive, Target Power (ERG), Simulation)
Zwift controls for a KICKR BIKE and KICKR BIKE PRO
KICKR BIKE maintenance

FAQ

How much space does a KICKR BIKE occupy when fully extended?

See How much space does a KICKR BIKE occupy when fully extended?

Do I need to spindown or calibrate the KICKR BIKE PRO?

See Do I need to spindown or calibrate KICKR BIKE?

Why isn't my KICKR BIKE PRO level at zero tilt?

See Why isn't my KICKR BIKE level at zero tilt?

Troubleshooting

For steps to troubleshoot common concerns, see