KICKR v6 (2022) Firmware Release Notes

This page contains firmware update notes for the KICKR v6 which features WiFi and new AXIS feet for improved compliance, pictured above.

For version 5 (2020), see KICKR v5 (2020) Firmware Update Notes
For version 4 (2018), see KICKR v4 (2018) Firmware Update Notes
For version 3 (2017), see KICKR v3 (2017) Firmware Update Notes
For version 2 (2016), see KICKR v2 (2016) Firmware Update Notes
For the original KICKR (identified by its black handle), see Original KICKR Firmware Update Notes

For installation, please note that firmware updates are now installed automatically over WiFi.

Updated: Zwift protocol version.
Fixed: Virtual shifting would not disable when Zwift disconnects.
Fixed: Auto-spindown errors when using virtual shifting in specific scenarios.
- In the previous firmware versions, there was an issue with the trainer calculating the correct spindown values during the auto calibration process in certain scenarios when also using Zwift Virtual Shifting. The conditions could result in the trainer reporting "ghost" watts (watts while coasting), and could result in a power offset throughout the ride. If you are currently experiencing "ghost" watts, this firmware update will not immediately fix the issue on its own, but having updated to the current firmware, the auto calibration process will fix the power offset over time without manual intervention. If you would like to resolve the power offset immediately, you can complete a factory spindown.

Added: Virtual shifting on Zwift with Zwift Play controllers.
- Requires Zwift game version 1.59+
Added: Race Mode over BLE (Zwift only)

Added: KICKR Race Mode - Requires Wi-Fi or a Direct Connect
Fixed: Loss of resistance sub-3 mph / 4.8 kmh in SIM mode
Fixed: (once updated to this version) inability to manually update the KICKR via Samsung phones running Android 13.