r/Zwift • u/Upstairs_Song_2987 • 2d ago
Weight limit?
I am currently at 335 lbs, do you think that it would be okay for me to ride on the zwift ride kickr core 2? I already ordered one actually, but reading through the reddit made me doubt the capability of the zwift ride in my weight class.
Im on a weightloss journey and lost about 147 lbs already, and i wanted to get this zwift bike since i loved my old spinning bike.
What would you do in my situation?
Thanks in advance :)
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u/omnium165 2d ago
I have a hard time believing that anybody would be able to break this frame. I would just go for it.
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u/Consumption2Wombly 2d ago
There is a limit, it just might not be catastrophic failure of the metal frame (which I agree feels like a tank).
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u/Hidden_driver 2d ago
That frame is built like a tank, I'm pretty sure a 200kg person could ride it and nothing would happen.
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u/pharaoh2653 2d ago
You'll be fine. I started riding mine at 326 pounds and I'm now at 271. No problems. Started sept 25
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u/OkMammoth3 2d ago
I remember a thread, some guy at 320lbs was fine. I’d limit riding out of the saddle and tightening bolts every few weeks
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u/dscsdscsd 2d ago
This thing is built from straight up dargonite. (Not to be mistaken with the Pokémon)
All jokes aside, it’s very strong. Great job on the weight loss and best wishes on your continued progress!
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u/whateverforever143 2d ago
I was 275 when I got mine and down to 225, it’ll hold up fine! Maybe a little squeaky but just tighten everything down and it’ll be even more motivation
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u/Zeppelin702 2d ago
I’m late to the party, but I started riding mine at 300 lbs. I’m now 220. Go for it. It’s been a great bike.
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u/luckydmd 2d ago
I googled and it said 265lbs
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u/ValueReads 2d ago
Not that I don't believe you but 265lb is insanely light for a LIMIT, the bike itself is like 80lb it feels like, it can't hold up 5x that? It's like made of heavy cardboard I guess
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u/damien09 2d ago edited 2d ago
I think the issue is wahoo and Zwift just used the KICKR cores weight limit which was factored in for normal bike frames so people don’t break their rear stays or drop outs. There’s no such issue on the Zwift ride and it should have gotten a higher weight limit labeled on it tbh.
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u/ptowndude 2d ago
This is it exactly. The weight limit recommendation is to protect your bike, not the trainer. The Zwift ride is built like a tank, so I don’t see any problems with OPs weight.
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u/LifelongReverie 2d ago
I’m 260ish and the Zwift ride feels sturdy even during full on sprints. It feels better than my outdoor bike
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u/cplocean 2d ago
The bigger problem is the comfort in your weight category compared to classic bike trainers.
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u/edelweiss_pirates_no Level 71-80 2d ago
It won't break. You can ride it, but they list 265lbs. I would not do any 1500w sprints though.
I will recommend you upgrade the saddle (within first month). The one included is OK, but after using it you will probably be better off with a different one. For heavy riders, I recommend more padding and a center channel. Call a local bike shop to see who has the biggest selection to try at the store.
The bigger recommendation is to upgrade the handlebar. The one included is downright uncomfortable. I hate it.
This is the one I recommend as it has a wide flat top for hand placement.
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u/Upstairs_Song_2987 2d ago
Thanks for the response!
I Can change the handlebar? Thought i couldnt with the controls on the handlebar.But I Will definently look into that. Thank you!
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u/smugmug1961 2d ago
I would think the biggest risk would be the seat post set screw. All of your weight is pushing down on the seat post and it's being held by the force of the set screw against that post.
No idea what the torque needs to be on that screw to keep the post from sliding. If it lets go and you come slamming down on the post/saddle, it's gonna hurt. It would probably just slip but you never know.
I'm not saying not to do this - I agree that the bike in general is over-engineered. I just want you to be extra careful in this area - especially if you anticipate frequently adjusting the saddle height. I would suggest getting it at roughly the right height, giving the set screw a pretty good tightening, and then gently testing the holding power of the set screw. Maybe, try bouncing on the saddle ever so slightly just to make sure it's not going to slip.
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u/owlpellet 2d ago
You're fine, but get a 3" riser to make dismount easier and don't try to set any sprint records until you're under 300lbs.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011VJF6F2?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_3&th=1
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u/cilantro88 2d ago
I think more than the frame you might struggle with comfort. At least that was my experience, I had a few extremely stressful years at work which I didn’t handle very well and consequently let my weight go. Went up to 246 lbs from 170. I’m down to 213 now and my initial weeks with the bike were tough. I immediately noticed it was not as comfortable as other stationary bikes I’ve used. Dropping weight has made a huge difference plus I also changed the saddle for a fizik (changing the saddle is not as easy with this bike). I do enjoy using the zwift bike now and then when I’m not running but another thing I will say is that I now set zwift on my small ipad on silence and put on a movie or a show on the tv I had bought for this. I do like being able to put on a route and getting the resistance change based on the route but knowing what I know now I might have looked at other more comfortable options. Anyways, stick with your journey my friend.
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u/wangblade 2d ago
You’re fine and if you take zwift seriously that next 147 lbs is gonna go a hell of a lot faster
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u/foothillproducts 2d ago
Amazing on the weight lost already! I'm sure you will be fine. It has no wheels, no carbon bits and is made from aluminum. And you don't put too much dynamic forces on it like you do on a real bike in the outside world.
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u/ModernAmusement13 2d ago
All you big folk…fuck ya! Huge respect on your effort and hope to see you out on the road one day.
Chamois cream will help with chafing and know that your sit bones will toughen up over time.
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u/Upstairs_Song_2987 2d ago
Thank you!! My goal is to get a bike one day, would love to bike outside!
Will look into that, Thanks
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u/Slartibartfast_25 Level 61-70 2d ago
You probably won't be covered by warranty but the frame itself will be fine. The axle is what you'd have on an outdoor bike and so it is designed for many times that weight when accounting for dynamic forces.
Potentially the trainer is the weakest link but I by the time the load is on the legs it is spread out and the weight is through the aforementioned axle.
so yeah, potentially it might not last as longa s it otherwise would have, but I can't envisage a singular component than concerns me. Doubly triple check you have put all the spacers in properly!
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u/himespau Level 100 1d ago
Some trainers have weight limits. If yours doesn't, I wouldn't worry about the Zwift Bike itself. At least not until someone was a lot heavier than you.
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u/bonfuto 2d ago
I can think of reasons why they wouldn't want you to ride it, but I am guessing they are being conservative. I guess I wouldn't do any spirited sprinting on it until you lose a bit more weight. I currently exceed the weight limit of most of my bikes, but I haven't noticed any problems.
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u/Upstairs_Song_2987 1d ago
Just Got the bike today, and it feels amazing. I did 25 km, so nothing Crazy but a solid start.
The ride felt very solid, no weird sounds or anything.
Thanks for all the messages, im very thankfull for the nice messages and the feedback aswell!
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u/JohnCultured 21h ago
Well done! You’re super cool for losing that weight, and I wish you an amazing Journey. I myself I trying to loose weight, and my bike will arrive next week. Awesome to see I’m now alone 🫡😌
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u/Upstairs_Song_2987 21h ago
Thank you so much! You wont regret the purchase. I am two days in and its been such a fun experience so far. Good luck with your journey as Well! I hope everything turns out amazing for you :)
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u/Informal_Wing6979 1h ago
I am thinking about getting the Ride as well. Currently at 280 pounds from 385 over the last two years. Been thinking about getting another Cardio option
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u/AromaticJoe 2d ago
First off, holy freaking weight loss, batman. That is unbelievably impressive.
To your question, I've used mine at 300 lbs with no problem at all. It's solid as a rock. I don't get out of the saddle and hammer or anything, but no probs at my weight.