{"id":101339,"date":"2025-05-15T08:07:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T08:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/products\/mclaren-artura-ultimate-usb-ascher\/"},"modified":"2026-07-11T02:14:58","modified_gmt":"2026-07-11T02:14:58","slug":"mclaren-artura-ultimate-usb-ascher","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/en\/products\/mclaren-artura-ultimate-usb-ascher\/","title":{"rendered":"McLaren Artura Ultimate-USB - Ascher"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><style id=\"srg-review-css\">\n:root{--srg-accent:#ba0c00;--srg-or:#e2711d;--srg-gold:#f4a700;--srg-green:#2b7a16;--srg-red:#ba0c00;--srg-line:#e4e4e4;--srg-ink:#1a1a1a;--srg-ink2:#5b636c;--srg-panel:#fafafa}\n.srg-review{font-family:inherit;color:var(--srg-ink);margin:26px 0;display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:26px}\n.srg-scorebox,.srg-pc,.srg-specs,.srg-verdict,.srg-faq{margin:24px 0}\n.srg-review h2,.srg-review 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img{width:94px;height:94px;object-fit:cover;border-radius:9px;border:1px solid var(--srg-line);display:block;transition:transform .15s ease}\n.srg-strip-row a:hover img{transform:scale(1.04)}\n@media(max-width:640px){.srg-float-r,.srg-float-l{float:none;max-width:100%;margin:22px auto}}\n.woocommerce-product-gallery__trigger{display:none!important}\n.woocommerce-product-gallery__image:not(:first-child){display:none!important}\n<\/style><div class=\"srg-scorebox\"><div class=\"srg-scorebig\"><span class=\"srg-n\">9.0<small>\/10<\/small><\/span><span class=\"srg-lbl\">Excellent<\/span><\/div><div class=\"srg-subs\"><div class=\"srg-subrow\"><span class=\"srg-sn\">Manufacturing<\/span><span class=\"srg-bar\"><i style=\"width:97%\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"srg-sv\">9.7<\/span><\/div><div class=\"srg-subrow\"><span class=\"srg-sn\">Ergonomics and Feel<\/span><span class=\"srg-bar\"><i style=\"width:92%\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"srg-sv\">9.2<\/span><\/div><div class=\"srg-subrow\"><span class=\"srg-sn\">Paddles and Clutch<\/span><span class=\"srg-bar\"><i style=\"width:95%\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"srg-sv\">9.5<\/span><\/div><div class=\"srg-subrow\"><span class=\"srg-sn\">Display and Controls<\/span><span class=\"srg-bar\"><i style=\"width:90%\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"srg-sv\">9.0<\/span><\/div><div class=\"srg-subrow\"><span class=\"srg-sn\">Compatibility<\/span><span class=\"srg-bar\"><i style=\"width:90%\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"srg-sv\">9.0<\/span><\/div><div class=\"srg-subrow\"><span class=\"srg-sn\">Value for the money<\/span><span class=\"srg-bar\"><i style=\"width:75%\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"srg-sv\">7.5<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"srg-pc\"><div class=\"srg-pcbox srg-pro\"><h3>What We Liked<\/h3><ul><li>Flawless machined aluminum construction, zero flex<\/li><li>Quiet, short, and predictable magnetic palettes<\/li><li>Built-in 4-inch display plus 21 easy-to-read shift LEDs<\/li><li>Clutch with adjustable slip point on the rim<\/li><li>Components taken from the actual Artura GT4 steering wheel<\/li><li>Compatible with virtually all bases via QR adapters<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"srg-pcbox srg-con\"><h3>Reserves<\/h3><ul><li>Very high price, at the very top of the market<\/li><li>Software that requires a learning curve<\/li><li>USB steering wheel for PC only; not for consoles<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><details class=\"srg-specs-acc\"><summary>Technical Specifications<\/summary><div class=\"srg-specs\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Diameter<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">300 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Mounting<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">6 x 70 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Screen<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">4-inch high-resolution<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Shift lights<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">21 RGB LEDs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Buttons<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">14 RGB buttons (16 million colors)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Report Ranges<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">silent double magnetic blades<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Clutch<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">paddles with slip point adjustment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Encoders<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">4 encoders per inch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Rotary<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">2 rotary units with 12 positions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Joysticks<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">2 7-way joysticks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Connection<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">USB (industrial connector, shielded cable)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Consumption<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">500 mA max<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Weight<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">about 1,520 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Compatibility<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">PC via USB and SimHub; Simucube, Fanatec, Asetek, Simagic, MOZA, VRS, and 70 mm bases<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"srg-k\">Technical Basis<\/td><td class=\"srg-v\">Components of the official McLaren Artura GT4 steering wheel<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/details><\/p>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<div class=\"srg-clear\"><\/div>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<h2>The McLaren GT4 mounted on our base<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve rarely held a steering wheel that so openly embraces its racing heritage. The Artura Ultimate uses the same components as the official McLaren Artura GT4 steering wheel, and you can tell as soon as you take it out of its mount. The CNC-machined, anodized aluminum shell doesn\u2019t wobble or creak, and feels more like a tool of the trade than a flashy gadget. Plugged into our base via USB, it instantly transforms the experience: you\u2019re no longer just operating an accessory\u2014you\u2019re gripping a real GT cockpit.<\/p>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<div class=\"srg-clear\"><\/div>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<h2>Craftsmanship that never compromises<\/h2>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<figure class=\"srg-float-r\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thefrenchsimracer.com\/products\/ascher-racing-mclaren-artura-ultimate?ref=sim-racing.fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-1024x1024.pngv1723184665\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-1024x1024.pngv1723184665 1024w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-300x300.pngv1723184665 300w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-150x150.pngv1723184665 150w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-768x768.pngv1723184665 768w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-1080x1080.pngv1723184665 1080w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-980x980.pngv1723184665 980w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-480x480.pngv1723184665 480w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-600x600.pngv1723184665 600w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1-100x100.pngv1723184665 100w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher1.pngv1723184665 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<p>The first touch confirms the ergonomics. The rubber grips, redesigned from previous generations, fit naturally in the palms and position the thumb just right. Nothing wobbles: even when deliberately pushing and pulling the rim with maximum force, there is no play or flex. The automotive-grade push buttons offer a distinct resistance that prevents accidental presses, and the laser-engraved, interchangeable caps give it a genuine cockpit-style finish.<\/p>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<div class=\"srg-clear\"><\/div>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<h2>Magnetic paddles and the clutch: pure pleasure<\/h2>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<figure class=\"srg-float-l\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thefrenchsimracer.com\/products\/ascher-racing-mclaren-artura-ultimate?ref=sim-racing.fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-1024x1024.pngv1723184664\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-1024x1024.pngv1723184664 1024w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-300x300.pngv1723184664 300w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-150x150.pngv1723184664 150w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-768x768.pngv1723184664 768w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-1080x1080.pngv1723184664 1080w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-980x980.pngv1723184664 980w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-480x480.pngv1723184664 480w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-600x600.pngv1723184664 600w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2-100x100.pngv1723184664 100w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher2.pngv1723184664 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s where the Artura really won us over. The silent dual magnetic shift paddles deliver a short, smooth, and perfectly predictable shift travel, with a gentle stop that provides a sense of certainty with every gear change. When accelerating, you can shift up through the gears without ever worrying about a mis-shift, and when braking hard into a tight corner, you can keep a firm grip without triggering any unintended input. The clutch paddles, with their slip point adjustment accessible directly on the rim, make standing starts clean and repeatable once the bite point is set.<\/p>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<div class=\"srg-clear\"><\/div>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<h2>The 4-inch screen and the density of controls<\/h2>\n<p>The high-resolution 4-inch screen isn't just for show. Controlled via SimHub, it displays useful telemetry, speed, gear selected, lap time, and the 21 RGB LEDs in the top strip signal gear shifts with enough precision that you can keep your eyes on the track as much as possible. Surrounding it, the control layout is comprehensive: 14 RGB backlit buttons, two 12-position rotary controls for adjusting traction control and brake balance on the fly, four thumb encoders for navigating menus, and two seven-way mini-sticks. During an endurance race, everything is right at your fingertips without having to let go of the rim.<\/p>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<div class=\"srg-clear\"><\/div>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<h2>Long sessions and track performance<\/h2>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<figure class=\"srg-float-r\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thefrenchsimracer.com\/products\/ascher-racing-mclaren-artura-ultimate?ref=sim-racing.fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-1024x1024.pngv1723184665\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-1024x1024.pngv1723184665 1024w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-300x300.pngv1723184665 300w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-150x150.pngv1723184665 150w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-768x768.pngv1723184665 768w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-1080x1080.pngv1723184665 1080w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-980x980.pngv1723184665 980w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-480x480.pngv1723184665 480w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-600x600.pngv1723184665 600w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3-100x100.pngv1723184665 100w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher3.pngv1723184665 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<p>Over time, the ergonomics live up to their promise. The grips don\u2019t cause premature fatigue and convey the nuances of the force feedback without smoothing it out. The 300-mm diameter suits both an aggressive riding style and a smooth, relaxed ride, and the rim remains perfectly neutral: it conveys exactly what the frame is doing without adding or masking anything. After several stints, it\u2019s the consistency that stands out\u2014no controls go out of adjustment, and nothing develops play.<\/p>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<div class=\"srg-clear\"><\/div>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<h2>Connectivity, Software, and Compatibility<\/h2>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<figure class=\"srg-float-l\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thefrenchsimracer.com\/products\/ascher-racing-mclaren-artura-ultimate?ref=sim-racing.fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-1024x1024.pngv1723184664\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-1024x1024.pngv1723184664 1024w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-300x300.pngv1723184664 300w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-150x150.pngv1723184664 150w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-768x768.pngv1723184664 768w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-1080x1080.pngv1723184664 1080w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-980x980.pngv1723184664 980w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-480x480.pngv1723184664 480w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-600x600.pngv1723184664 600w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4-100x100.pngv1723184664 100w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher4.pngv1723184664 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<p>The USB version connects via a shielded cable with an industrial connector and functions as a single device on the PC side, without creating a tangle of wires. The Ascher Control Center provides precise control over the encoders and rotary modes, while SimHub handles the display and LEDs. The factory settings work right out of the box, but the system offers in-depth customization for those who like to have full control. As for mounting, the quick-release adapters support Simucube, Fanatec, Asetek, Simagic, MOZA, VRS, and the 70 mm standard, making the steering wheel interchangeable between different mounts. Note: This is a USB steering wheel for PC, not a console peripheral.<\/p>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<div class=\"srg-clear\"><\/div>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<h2>Who, exactly?<\/h2>\n<p><!--SRGX--><\/p>\n<figure class=\"srg-float-r\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thefrenchsimracer.com\/products\/ascher-racing-mclaren-artura-ultimate?ref=sim-racing.fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-1024x1024.pngv1723184664\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-1024x1024.pngv1723184664 1024w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-300x300.pngv1723184664 300w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-150x150.pngv1723184664 150w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-768x768.pngv1723184664 768w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-1080x1080.pngv1723184664 1080w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-980x980.pngv1723184664 980w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-480x480.pngv1723184664 480w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-600x600.pngv1723184664 600w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5-100x100.pngv1723184664 100w, https:\/\/simracergear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/McLarenArturaUltimate-USB-Ascher5.pngv1723184664 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p><!--\/SRGX--><\/p>\n<p>The Artura Ultimate is clearly aimed at the demanding GT and endurance driver who wants a comprehensive, reliable cockpit that faithfully replicates the racing experience. Its price puts it at the very top of the market, and the software takes some time to get used to, but the build quality, paddles, and display justify its high aspirations. If you\u2019re looking for a setup that never compromises on durability and feel, this one checks all the boxes.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"srg-faq\"><h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"srg-q\" open><summary>Which sim racing wheel should you choose if you're just starting out?<\/summary><div class=\"a\">Aim for a steering wheel and pedal set that\u2019s compatible with your platform, even if it means upgrading later. A belt- or gear-driven steering wheel is sufficient to start with; an affordable direct-drive model (such as the CSL DD) offers a much better feel if your budget allows. Our tests, rated on a scale of 10, help you compare options without making a mistake.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"srg-q\"><summary>Direct drive or belt drive: What's the difference?<\/summary><div class=\"a\">A direct-drive base connects the steering wheel directly to the motor: the force feedback is more powerful, more precise, and more detailed than that of a belt- or gear-driven system. It\u2019s more immersive but more expensive, and it requires a sturdier stand. For beginners, a belt-driven base remains a good choice.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"srg-q\"><summary>Does this hardware work on PS5 and Xbox?<\/summary><div class=\"a\">It depends on the specific model, not the brand: with Fanatec, for example, PlayStation compatibility comes from the base, and Xbox compatibility comes from the steering wheel. Always check the console compatibility listed on each product page before buying, because a steering wheel designed for PC won't necessarily work on a console.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"srg-q\"><summary>Do you need a cockpit to get off to a good start?<\/summary><div class=\"a\">Not necessarily, but a stable mount is essential: even the best steering wheel is useless if it wobbles on a table. A foldable mount is enough to get started; a rigid cockpit becomes really useful once you switch to a powerful direct-drive base.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"srg-q\"><summary>How much should I budget for a good setup?<\/summary><div class=\"a\">Expect to spend about 300 to 500 \u20ac for a decent starter set of a flywheel and pedal set, plus a mount. Affordable direct-drive systems start at a slightly higher price but last for years. 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