User level: Level 1 (4 points)Since the iOS/WatchOS update to 27, my Apple Watch doesn't track cycling (average) speeds anymore. It does show the route taken and distance, and an approximation of kcal burned.
It also still counts my steps, heart rate etc.
Ive checked my GPS settings and everything seems to be enabled. I've also restarted the devices.
What could I check/do?
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Posted on Sep 15, 2026 6:04 PM
User level: Level 6 (12,236 points)Sep 15, 2026 6:54 PM in response to lemimique
Since the route and distance are still being recorded, I’d check whether this is a speed-metric issue rather than GPS. The SE 3 does support average speed for Outdoor Cycle workouts. → Apple Watch SE 3 - Tech Specs - Apple Support
On the iPhone, check Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services > System Services > Motion Calibration & Distance and make sure it’s on. → Calibrate your Apple Watch for improved Workout and Activity accuracy – Apple Support
I’d also start a short Outdoor Cycle workout and watch the current speed while riding. If current speed works during the workout but the finished workout still shows 0.0 average speed, that would point more toward a Fitness/watchOS 27 software issue than a GPS problem.
Since this started immediately after the update, I wouldn’t reset or unpair the Watch yet.
User level: Level 1 (18 points)Sep 24, 2026 8:31 AM in response to lemimique
I experienced the same problem on my Apple Watch Ultra 3 after upgrading to iOS 27. No speed and avg speed on cycling workouts.
FIX:
I toggled the Motion Calibration and Distance switch; it was ON, toggled it OFF and ON again, after that, the problem was fixed.
Hope it helps for you guys too ✌🏼
User level: Level 1 (8 points)Sep 17, 2026 11:10 AM in response to lemimique
I’m having the same issue on my apple watch ultra 2 after the watchOS 27 update. Any fix please?
User level: Level 1 (8 points)Sep 19, 2026 2:08 AM in response to lemimique
I’ve an Apple Watch 10. The speed, both average and current seems to be missing. I’ve checked location services and all seems correct.
any further suggestions or is it an update issue?
User level: Level 1 (12 points)Sep 19, 2026 4:05 AM in response to Gusbonucci
My ultra 2 is having the same problem. I’ve checked all settings and everything is on. Hopefully they will fix the issue.
User level: Level 1 (12 points)Sep 19, 2026 5:08 PM in response to lemimique
i did this on my ultra 2 today and now its working like it should.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256357722