Vevor RS6 Sim Racing Cockpit: An Affordable Alternative Worth Considering

As I was on the hunt for an affordable sim racing cockpit, I stumbled upon the Vevor RS6 sim racing cockpit. It may look familiar as it is essentially a GT Omega Art clone. Despite being an off-brand product, I was able to get it for under $300, which was a significant discount compared to its branded counterparts.

Upon receiving the cockpit, I noticed that it was a bit bulkier than foldable options. However, I was willing to make that tradeoff for the greater comfort it provides, especially during longer racing sessions. Additionally, I knew I could purchase wheels to make it more portable.

Before purchasing the cockpit, I had heard that the GT Omega Art, especially off-brand versions, can flex with load cell pedals. However, I decided to take a chance with my Thrustmaster T-LCM pedals with black springs and 90% software brake force. To my surprise, I did not experience any flex with my pedals. That being said, I do use a Thrustmaster TMX wheel, so I can't speak to the cockpit's sturdiness with a direct drive wheel.

As I began to assemble the cockpit, I found that the instructions were terrible. The single sheet was filled with spelling errors and low-quality pictures, making it difficult to follow. Additionally, screws and bolts were all thrown into one bag, which led to some confusion. I even broke a couple of plastic covers that slide up to cover adjustable areas during assembly.

Despite the frustrating assembly, once the cockpit was put together, I found that it offered many adjustments, including pedals angle, wheel height, chair recline, and sliding forward/backward. One thing to note is that adjusting the steering wheel's height will cause it to come closer or move away from you due to its sliding nature.

When it came to comfort, the seat was surprisingly comfortable compared to foldable options. I did not experience any wobbliness or flex in the cockpit, and my back did not feel fatigued even after a couple of races. I was impressed with the many adjustments and the comfortable seat, which made for an enjoyable racing experience.

However, I did add a small butt pillow and may consider adding a lumbar support pillow in the future. Additionally, it's worth noting that the Thrustmaster T-LCM pedals do mount on the cockpit, but the right holes did not line up, requiring me to offset them to the left. Despite this, my pedals are still secure, and there is no noticeable flex, even during hard braking.

The cockpit is equipped with a shifter stand that can be mounted on either the left or right side, placed perfectly to accommodate a shifter. Although I don't have a shifter at the moment, I am using the stand as a mouse stand, and it works well after I cut a mouse pad to fit its shape. The rig makes it easy to mount a shifter, so I plan to get one in the future.

Overall, I'm thoroughly enjoying my Vevor RS6 sim racing cockpit. After using a chair/desk clamp for the longest time, I am very happy to have a solid permanent rig setup. While the assembly was challenging due to the poor instructions and some broken parts, the many adjustments and comfortable seat make it an excellent option for anyone looking for an affordable cockpit that provides greater comfort and adjustability.

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