wheelbase
Asetek

Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase

Category
Wheelbase
Type
Direct drive
Torque / brake force
18 Nm
Platforms
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Notes
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What drivers keep saying · from 15 reviews

detailed force feedback8good software3solid build3easy setup2durability issues1noisy1strong force feedback1

Runs the Forte base and rim, enjoys capping the base at 15 Nm and using the rest for granular feedback; a bad driver after an update was fixed quickly with support, but the quick connect limits third-party rims.

positivedetailed force feedback

Has nothing but praise for the Forte base in their new rig: very solid and precise build and a well-engineered quick release, with a minor niggle that the button housing is plastic.

positivesolid build

Feels noticeable cogging and notchiness on their Forte base while driving; support suggested settings changes that didn't help.

negative

After Asetek's Invicta pedals, ordered the Forte wheelbase and wheel and calls it the best decision: excellent force feedback detail and very detailed RaceHub software.

positivedetailed force feedbackgood software

A happy Forte user for almost four years: runs it at 100% in iRacing, and likes the 18 Nm headroom, the USB hub on the back and the configurable LEDs.

positivestrong force feedback

Their Forte randomly shut off and on mid-race; Asetek sent a new PSU but demanded video proof and wouldn't honour a return, so they sold it and moved to Simucube.

negativedurability issues

Has owned the Forte for a few months and is very happy; at an expo they caught slides better on the Forte than on the Alpha U.

positive

Runs a complete Forte setup at 12 Nm and calls it simply great; switching between the Formula Pro and a GT round wheel is easy and the USB passthrough quick release opens up wheel options.

positiveeasy setup

Went with the Forte wheelbase and finds it awesome with incredible detail and easy official per-sim settings; can't fault it in any aspect.

positivedetailed force feedbackeasy setup

Owns the Forte and hasn't been able to dial out harsh vibrations over curbs and off track, even with hardware force feedback at 10.

negativenoisy

Bought the Forte over a VRS DFP 15 and is blown away, calling it the best wheelbase they have ever felt.

positivedetailed force feedback

Has owned the Forte for over a year, mostly at 15 Nm, and couldn't be happier: quality gear, good software and great third-party wheel compatibility; no regrets paying full price.

positivegood software

Has the Forte wheelbase and finds it fantastic: doesn't need the full torque, but the detail and feel make it great and the quick release is rock solid.

positivedetailed force feedbacksolid build

Calls the Forte an excellent wheelbase and enjoys theirs a lot, paired with Heusinkveld Ultimates.

positive

Very happy with the Forte: smooth, fantastic feedback through corners and over bumps, and easy software; uses it with a third-party wheel via the quick release.

positivedetailed force feedbackgood software

Uses the Forte wheelbase after a Fanatec DD1 and says it is just great.

positive

Has had the Forte base about a year after a La Prima and has been very happy with it.

positive

Has the Forte base with a Cube Controls F-Core and loves the combo.

positive

Has the Forte wheelbase in a bundle with Asetek wheel and pedals and calls it excellent.

positive

Owns the Forte 18 Nm wheelbase and found the quality much higher than their previous Fanatec DD1; main problem is mounting, needing new holes drilled.

positivesolid build

Coming from a TX, the Forte at 10 Nm is so quick they catch slides like never before and open wheelers come alive; needed to drill deck holes to reduce vibration.

positivedetailed force feedback

Moved from a MOZA R5 to the 18 Nm Asetek Forte and is amazed: far more detail, more consistent lap times, no base heat and much less noise.

positivedetailed force feedback

Went from Fanatec to the Asetek Forte base and pedals and absolutely loves them.

positive

Went from a G29 to an Asetek Forte wheelbase and wheel with Invicta pedals last year; highly recommends it, rock solid.

positive