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Next Level Racing NLR-S031 GTLite Pro Foldable Cockpit

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Unfortunately, while it was easy to mount, it didn’t feel like there was much that could be done in terms of adjustability, specifically in getting that shifter into a more comfortable spot. You can move the shifter plate left and right, but Piers had to stretch his arm fully to reach the lever, and although you can rotate the mounting plate to be closer or further away, this rotates in an arc, so it also changes the angle. The only downside I can think of right now is that our shifter is on the right side, and the entry to the seat is also there, so we have to slip into the seat instead of opening the latch. We did this with the Logitech as well so not a big deal. Next Level Racing’s GTLite Pro comes included with the rig mostly pre-assembled inside a fairly compact box. The lightweight seat cushion comes folded up and compacted with the relevant tubing and plates, plus there was a bag of tools, nuts, bolts, straps and more to fasten everything all together. If you watched our preview video, the flex looks worse from the outside than it feels. The seat has some movement too, but we don’t mind that too much either as it’s foldable and lightweight, so it’s just inevitable. We were super impressed with it, generally. Being an entry-level product, it wasn’t too surprising to see a mixture of plastic and metal being one of the main compromises. We don’t know exactly which types of metals and plastics, but it was a clear tell that it was not like one of our more professional rigs. That’s fine, however, as this isn’t trying to be that.

Collectively, John and Piers did about two hours worth of racing each on Gran Turismo 7 with zero issues. The seat doesn’t exactly ‘hug’ the person sitting in it, but also they didn’t find any discomfort or pain or pressure points. In-Depth Analysis This whole thing doesn’t weigh much for what it is, but we can’t exactly call it light relative to normal objects, especially with a wheel and pedals. Those little wheels act like the wheels of a suitcase, allowing users to roll it along and take most of the weight whenever there aren’t steps on the surface. Wheeling it in and out of the corner of a room works a treat. Conclusion When I reviewed the F-GT Lite last year, I said that it was the best foldable sim racing rig on the market—beating the Playseat Challenge in a number of ways. And, considering how adaptable it is, I still stand by that statement.

That’s why Next Level Racing has launched a new Pro version of the GT Lite. Equipped with additional straps—to reduce flex—and a sturdier seat, the GT Lite Pro is designed to support direct drive wheelbases up to a maximum torque of 13Nm. At first glance then, you might wonder why Next Level Racing has developed this new rig. After all, the F-GT Lite can do everything the GT Lite can and more. That included wheel mounting plate has all of the expected holes and options as stated on the box, like any other standard mounting plate, so it definitely should work with most bases. As for the shifter tray with the added handbrake mounting side, that was a cool thought, but it wasn’t too successful. More on that in a bit. The seat was nice with the breathable mesh. It felt soft and comfortable, no issues there. It’s a little thin and flimsy, but considering it’s a foldup, lightweight portable seat, this is as good as it realistically can be. Compared to the previous Lite-styled seats, this one has lumbar support, more cushioning and padding and more overall comfort and quality while maintaining that breathability. Setting up the GTLite Pro If this rig is being shared by siblings or by people of different heights and shapes, then it’s a bit impractical to have to adjust everything each time. We recommend that users try and find a compromise if at all possible.

Mounting was pretty simple, I reversed the next level wheel plate, as suggesting in the below forum, and the wheel is the perfect distance. The shifter mounted up no problem and was pretty much plug and play. Just wish there was a mounting plate for the e-brake :( https://www.reddit.com/r/Fanatec/comments/rhuu5f/has_anyone_mounted_the_csl_dd_to_a_fgt_lite/ This rig is portable and can be stored away nicely when folded up. It also has a removable wheel base that you can take off or keep on, plus there are some flexible straps to hold it in place. With all that said, it also claims to be able to handle what would be a 13Nm direct drive wheel base, something in the mid-to-upper range of power. Over the last few years, sim racing has been growing steadily in popularity. And, interest in flight simulators is heading skyward too. This has driven huge advancements in sim racing hardware, with direct drive wheels becoming more affordable for the everyday virtual racer.Supported weight has never been an issue. I am 5'3 130 lbs and my fiancé is 6'0 215 lbs. We both fit in the seat perfectly fine and have never had an issue with stability. Thankfully, unlike with the F-GT Lite, there are no such problems when installing the shifter plate. This slots into one of the mounting points on either side of the seat and is secured in place with a single bolt. Foldability As with the other mounting points on this rig, the shifter plate is pre-drilled to fit the most popular models. With my Thrustmaster TH8A mounted with four bolts, I found that there was minimal movement in the mount and I was able to confidently paddle through the gears without the shifter slipping. Final thoughts For example, if one rotates it closer, it also tilts it towards them so it’s no longer sitting flat. Of course, with lots of mini adjustments, users can probably find a solution that works, but it’s just not straightforward at all. We also found another issue with the shifter when mounted. At times when you are dancing around the pedals, you’ll most likely be changing gear using an H-pattern shifter. This can be attached to the GT Lite’s shifter mount that—like the F-GT Lite—comes as standard.

Combined with a monitor stand, this could make a lot of sense for the majority of casual sim racers. One of the biggest positives over a desk setup is the pedal support on the GTLite Pro. Having one piece, a seat attached to the pedal tray, means that users can use far more force without either part moving further away from the other. Additionally, because the GT-Lite only supports a GT driving position, Next Level Racing has removed most of the adjustment hubs, replacing them with fixed joints and simple pivots. GT Lite Assembly

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