NAILED IT! - NEW Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2 Review

Fanatec's CSL Elite Pedals V2 see some very significant improvements and upgrades over the predecessor, which improves not only the reliability but also the driving experience. So let’s run through exactly what’s changed, what that means for the driving experience, and how these new pedals compare to their predecessor as well as some alternatives!

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TIME STAMPS:
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0:00 - Intro
0:47 - Important Information
1:28 - Pricing
1:52 - Compatibility
2:53 - Before You Buy
3:58 - What's changed from V1?
10:57 - Adjustments
16:40 - What about the CSL Pedals?
19:19 - What about the ClubSport V3 Pedals?
24:47 - Initial Impressions
26:22 - Software, Calibration & Setup
32:03 - Driving Experience
37:13 - Conclusions

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[mril]

Hey Will and everyone at boosted media. I’ve been watching your videos for a while and have finally decided to buy my first decent setup. All your videos, including this one, have really helped me decide what will suit my needs so this is just a small token of my appreciation (also used the affiliate links 😉). Thanks and keep up the great work.

[Mahid]

The calibration tutorial was extremely helpful! Thanks

[JamieHamelSmith]

I was really happy with my original CSL Elite Load Cell pedals; when I experienced the inconsistency in the load cell based on where you press I felt so unhappy with the purchase, but I decided to just live with it, and I managed to get used to it and used them for years.

These new pedals address the biggest issues, and with hall sensors too? Brilliant V2!

Thanks for the review Will, you’re the best!

[EPiQ_cR]

I don't even need pedals, but you videos are so detailed and organized I still watch them in completion just to learn.

[dustin_vincent]

Will, your reviews are the best. You let us know every detail about the product, up and downsides, simply the best reviews. Thanks for the love and effort you put into those videos!

Even when the CSLElite are maybe slight of a downgrade from Clubsport v3 i am considering selling my v3 to buy elite v2s. I am just driving formula cars and the option to go from 3 to 2 pedals on the elites is just perfect for me.

[kawabunga]

Glad i watched the whole video, was about to buy the fancy looking v3's but you made up my mind ✌🏼😅 tuning point when it clicked for me was when you said it is a nightmare to adjust anything on the v3's.

[BurtSampson]

Wouldn't mind seeing these different elastomers/spring kits come out as a stand alone mod for the regular CSLs.

[RoLexX]

Had the previous version and loved them but them v2s are on point! The new loadcell is fantastic in every aspect and the fact that they now use hall effect sensors made this pedal set a 10/10 . I think with that on the market its not necessary to buy overpriced high end pedals

[inupman]

In auto calibrate mode you can set a dead zone. Just hold the pedal where you want the dead zone to end then power up the pedals. I hold about a 1/4 on the brakes then power up the wheel base (pedals plugged to base) to give a small initial dead zone on the brakes. Since I tend to rest my foot on the brake I need that small cushion area.

[diamonds]

I'm here to say thank you for the knowledge you share. I'm about to drop a lot of money on a Fanatec setup and you're helping me make informed decisions about the gear i buy. Happily subscribed!

[Stu_Murph]

I'm considering new pedals, you've helped me make my mind up on what to go for. Thanks.

[aldyrinc]

So much practical details around the pedals and how to configure them. 👌

[Morej]

Just wanted to take a minute to say that your content is amazing!!! I love your videos they are super enjoyable to watch. Stay good!!

[ubufamily]

Thank you for the detailed review! Love these price/performance sweet spot products

[Nick_Kearney]

I get the feeling I'll be wishing these were around a bit over a year ago when I bought my CS V3's.

[deutscherspieler]

I heard really mixed reviews of this. Some f1 esports drivers received those pedals and they had drifting/grinding issues with the throttle and brake pedal and two of them had to actually retire or couldn't attend f1 league races because of it. Joni Tormala had to retire mid-race in an f1 esports race and Jarno Opmeer couldn't attend the latest WOR because of those brake issues. Happend in the same week IIRC. I'd rather stay away from fanatec when it comes to pedals (except their v3s) but that's just me I guess ---- EDIT: to give further information, the starting point keeps changing of both brake and throttle (doesn't go 0/0) and the break literally starts dragging after some laps. "Forcevsoutput" (not sure exactly what he meant) of the brake pedals feels inconsistent aswell.

[raikkusaatana]

One, maybe one of the most important things in these, compared to CSW's, is that you can move/adjust these sideways. So if ie your knee hurts when loadcell brake force you to press it in bad angle, with these(as in v1 which I've had years and still have) you can move brake pedal more to the left, away from throttle. Some ppl complained that you cannot adjust pedal footplate angle, thats not problem if your rig allow you to put pedal set mounting plate more upwards, as I've done in my Simetik V2.

[ess_]

Thanks so much for this review! I have the v1 pedals and the potentiometer has been so frustrating, the plastic teeth being worn away and resulting in poor inputs/random spiking was so disappointing. Buying a replacement is almost £40 - just for the potentiometer. I ended up boxing away my rig as I didn't want to downgrade to a different pedal set of lesser quality - like plastic pedals, but I also couldn't justify an expensive upgrade due to my investment in three sperate wheel rims and the compatibility with the elite wheelbase. But the V2 pedals using magnets like high-quality flight sticks is a game changer for me. That one change alone is worth this product. It's just such a shame this wasn't implemented in the original design.

[Chappy]

I wonder if we will finaly see a podium set of pedals with these being so closely priced to the clubsport v3s

[driftboiz]

Great video as aways. I loved my old csl v1's and it looks like fanatec has made all the right improvements. It would be nice to see them bring out a kit to upgrade the V1 but I imagine that will come in time.