Wahoo KICKR CORE 2 with 11-Speed Cassette
The Smartest Way to Start Indoor Training
The Wahoo KICKR CORE 2 with 11-Speed Cassette builds on the success of one of the world's most popular smart trainers, making indoor cycling even easier, more connected and more realistic.
Supplied ready to ride with an 11-speed cassette pre-installed, the KICKR CORE 2 offers a true plug-and-play experience for riders with Shimano or SRAM 11-speed drivetrains. Simply fit your bike, connect your favourite training app and start riding.
With new features including integrated WiFi, Race Mode, redesigned support legs, improved LED indicators and automatic firmware updates, the KICKR CORE 2 delivers an immersive riding experience that's perfect for everyone from first-time indoor cyclists to experienced racers preparing for their next big event.
Whether you're training through winter, improving your FTP or preparing for your next sportive, triathlon or road race, the KICKR CORE 2 is ready to help you achieve your goals.
Why Choose the Wahoo KICKR CORE 2?
Ready to Ride Straight Out of the Box
This version of the KICKR CORE 2 comes supplied with an 11-speed cassette already fitted, making setup incredibly simple.
Just:
- Install your bike
- Connect your chosen app
- Pair your devices
- Start riding
No additional cassette purchases or installation are required for compatible 11-speed bikes.
Proven Wahoo Ride Feel
The KICKR CORE has built an outstanding reputation for delivering one of the most realistic indoor riding experiences available.
Its precision-engineered flywheel recreates the natural inertia and momentum of outdoor cycling, making every ride feel smooth, responsive and engaging.
Whether you're climbing steep gradients, sprinting for the finish or spinning easy recovery miles, resistance changes naturally to match the terrain.
New Integrated WiFi Connectivity
One of the biggest upgrades for the KICKR CORE 2 is the addition of built-in WiFi.
Benefits include:
- Faster communication with training apps
- More reliable connections
- Automatic firmware updates
- KICKR Bridge compatibility
- Reduced signal dropouts
WiFi joins Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity, giving riders more flexibility than ever before.
New Race Mode
For competitive riders, Race Mode provides ultra-fast power data transmission.
This allows your power numbers to reach compatible training platforms more quickly, reducing latency during online races and ensuring your efforts are reflected almost instantly.
Ideal for:
- Zwift Racing
- Virtual competitions
- Sprint finishes
- High-intensity interval training
Built-In Power Meter
The integrated power meter delivers highly accurate performance data, making every training session measurable and repeatable.
Training with power allows you to:
- Improve FTP
- Monitor fitness progress
- Pace races effectively
- Complete structured workouts accurately
- Track long-term improvements
Power-based training remains one of the most effective ways to become a stronger cyclist.
Smart Automatic Resistance
The KICKR CORE 2 automatically adjusts resistance based on your chosen training platform.
It accurately simulates:
- Steep climbs
- Rolling terrain
- Fast descents
- Interval sessions
- ERG mode workouts
Simply concentrate on riding while the trainer automatically recreates the road beneath you.
Quiet Direct-Drive Design
The direct-drive system removes tyre noise almost completely.
Benefits include:
- Quiet operation
- No tyre slip
- Minimal maintenance
- Improved drivetrain efficiency
- Better ride feel
Perfect for early morning or late evening training without disturbing the rest of the household.
Improved Stability
The redesigned support legs provide:
- Faster assembly
- Greater stability
- Increased confidence during sprints
- Improved comfort during longer sessions
Even during high-power efforts, the trainer remains solid and secure.
Updated LED Status System
The improved LED indicators provide instant feedback for:
- Power status
- Connection status
- Firmware updates
- WiFi connectivity
Making setup quicker and troubleshooting easier than ever.
Compatible Training Platforms
The KICKR CORE 2 works seamlessly with the world's most popular indoor cycling platforms, including:
- Zwift
- Wahoo SYSTM
- TrainerRoad
- ROUVY
- FulGaz
- MyWhoosh
- Kinomap
- BKOOL
- Garmin compatible platforms
- Any ANT+ FE-C or Bluetooth FTMS compatible application
This gives you complete freedom to train exactly how you want.
Key Features
- NEW Integrated WiFi
- NEW Race Mode
- NEW Improved LED status system
- NEW Redesigned support legs
- NEW Automatic firmware updates
- Includes 11-speed cassette
- Built-in power meter
- Smart electromagnetic resistance
- Direct-drive trainer
- Automatic gradient simulation
- Ultra-quiet operation
- Bluetooth, ANT+ and WiFi connectivity
- Compatible with leading indoor cycling apps
Why We Like It at The Endurance Hub
The original KICKR CORE became one of the best-selling smart trainers in the world because it delivered outstanding performance without the premium price tag of flagship trainers.
The new CORE 2 takes everything riders loved and makes it better.
Integrated WiFi dramatically improves connectivity, Race Mode benefits competitive riders, and the redesigned support legs make setup quicker and the trainer even more stable.
For anyone with an 11-speed bike looking for a trainer that's ready to ride straight out of the box, this version offers incredible convenience.
Real-World Performance
The KICKR CORE platform is consistently rated as one of the best-value direct-drive smart trainers available.
Independent reviewers regularly praise it for:
- Excellent ride feel that's remarkably close to riding outdoors.
- Consistent and accurate power measurement.
- Quiet operation that's ideal for home use.
- Reliable long-term durability.
- Fast and responsive resistance changes.
- Seamless compatibility with virtually every major training platform.
- Outstanding value compared with premium flagship trainers.
The new KICKR CORE 2 enhances this proven platform with faster connectivity, Race Mode and an even smoother user experience.
Perfect For
The Wahoo KICKR CORE 2 with 11-Speed Cassette is ideal for:
- Road cyclists
- Triathletes
- Gravel riders
- Winter training
- Structured workouts
- FTP testing
- Zwift racing
- Ironman preparation
- First smart trainer buyers
- Riders upgrading from wheel-on trainers
How Does It Compare?
Compared with traditional wheel-on turbo trainers, the KICKR CORE 2 offers:
- Much quieter operation.
- Greater power accuracy.
- Automatic resistance adjustment.
- More realistic ride feel.
- Direct-drive efficiency.
- Improved tyre life.
- Better compatibility with modern training apps.
Compared with Wahoo's flagship KICKR, the CORE 2 delivers the vast majority of the riding experience at a more accessible price, making it one of the best-value smart trainers available today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it include a cassette?
Yes.
This version includes a pre-installed 11-speed cassette, allowing compatible bikes to be fitted straight away.
Which bikes are compatible?
It is designed primarily for Shimano and SRAM 11-speed road bikes, with compatibility for many other modern bikes depending on axle standards.
Does it measure power?
Yes.
The integrated power meter provides highly accurate readings with ±2% accuracy.
Which training apps work with it?
The KICKR CORE 2 is compatible with Zwift, Wahoo SYSTM, TrainerRoad, ROUVY, FulGaz, MyWhoosh, Kinomap, BKOOL and many other Bluetooth and ANT+ compatible platforms.
Is it quiet?
Very.
The direct-drive belt system is designed to provide smooth, near-silent operation, making it ideal for home use.
Does it automatically adjust resistance?
Yes.
Resistance changes automatically to match gradients, workouts and structured intervals within compatible training platforms.
Why Buy From The Endurance Hub?
At The Endurance Hub, we're cyclists and triathletes ourselves, so we know how important reliable indoor training can be.
When you purchase your Wahoo trainer from us, you'll benefit from:
- Expert advice before you buy
- Help choosing the right trainer
- Bike compatibility checks
- Assistance with setup and pairing
- Advice on indoor training accessories
- Friendly after-sales support
Whether you're preparing for your first sportive or chasing a new Ironman personal best, we'll help you create the perfect indoor training setup.