Can I use a Triban RC120 with a TacX direct drive smart trainer?

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I have a Triban RC 120 road bike from Decathlon (link). It runs a Microshift 2x8 speed system.
I plan on getting a direct drive smart trainer from TacX (TacX Flux). I wanted to know if I can use this road bike with this trainer? I am concerned if the two will work properly and shift etc. properly when used with Rouvy or Zwift.
I have tried to google this and not gotten anywhere. I also tried reaching out to local bike shops and Decathlon and they dont seem to have a clue either.

Renaud · Answer

It should work:

the freebody is the almost the same as the R8: the trainer has the longer version of the Shimano Hyperglide free body (to allow 11 speeds road cassettes). You will need a spacer to fit a 8-speed cassette, that should be provided in the package of the Flux.
I don't know if the RC120 uses a 130mm or 135mm rear fork width, but the Flux is compatible with the two widths anyway.
The RC120 uses a quick release system, that is supported by the Flux.

Can I use a Triban RC120 with a TacX direct drive smart trainer?

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