TRUE Direct Drive Compatibility - NLR Wheel Stand 2.0 Review

Here's our review of the Next Level Racing Wheel Stand 2.0. A true direct drive ready wheel stand! If you're short on space and need a wheel stand truly capable of handling the strength of direct drive wheelbase, look no further than this one!

[ograin]

Tip for avoiding stripping the bolts and nuts; rather than over tightening them, apply some Locktite (blue) and tighten them a reasonable amount.

[grimlocked]

Pros: It's awesome
Cons: The Wife doesn't think it's awesome.

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[cthruk]

Good video and thanks for the tip on the fixed bell guides, these are the type of tips I love YouTube creators for!

[stkhouse]

Came across your video, and have to say, fantastic review. Thank you for this.
Was on the fence between this or the NLR 2.0 Lite.
Going with this one. Thank you again! God Bless.

[zecharious]

Hey Dan, just wanted to take a second to say AWESOME review. This was exactly what I was looking for when debating getting this wheel stand. I'm in exactly the position you describe, both the lady and I work from home and have to share an office. There is ZERO room for a full rig. I saw one of these pop up locally for a good deal and boom, here we are- I'm definitely going to pick it up tomorrow (and also ordered some bell glides). Good job, keep up the good work!

[ViperJon]

I have my WS 2.0 braced up against the rock solid bottom of a TV stand with a solid wood spacer and there is no movement. What I mean is lets say your table in the video is a solid piece of furniture and the front came straight down like a clothes dresser for instance. I have a solid wood spacer so I am the distance I most like and the front of the wheel stand is braced against it. It's not free standing anymore it is the same as if it was up against a wall. Eliminates virtually all movement. The key is to stop all forward movement under braking.

[desyncx]

Great video! Thank you! Really helping me with my decision between this Wheel stand and another one

[ViperJon]

Put carpet sliders under the four legs after done racing you can slide the whole unit with one hand. Simply remove them when playing. Free advice no charge....:)

[AdamsOlympia]

I've got a 25nm DD on this tank and it doesn't flex at all. Maybe a little flex in the pedal tray with my 200kg load cell brake, but not enough to be a detriment.

[ZaWambo]

I also have limited space and plan on getting this stand to pair it with the Moza R5. Great vid!

[calisthenos]

It is compatible with roller next level? Thanks

[GrimmCelica]

If your worried about your eyes I get it. But if not I would move you stand closer to to your monitor for a more immersion. It feels alot nice have you wheel be right up next to monitor. Makes the virtual dash actually look like your dash.

[gizmofail]

Great vid! As I am getting my first DD wheel, I am on the lookout for a sturdy way to mount my very first DD wheel. Funny thing, I have been looking for the CLS DD, but I have been reading around and the Moza R5 has really been sturring in my mind, since I read about it. Seems to be a good entry level choice and with the stand you review, could be a very good combo. I can't wait to experience my first DD wheel. I know it'll take some time to get used to, but, if my driving is improved after changing to a DD wheel, I am a happy driver.

[raeldor]

Appreciate this commentary, thank you. I notice there is also a Wheel Stand DD... how do they compare? Would you say the DD is even more solid than this? Thanks!

[Lenduya]

I don't think your bodyweight stabilizes the stand at all. You're not firmly connected to the stand and the weakness of the stand isn't at the base on the bottom but at the adjustment points.
Also, while the stand is reasonably stiff, I can confirm the shifter arm is wobbly and I don't even have a load cell handbrake, just a Thrustmaster TH8 shifter.
But for my space constraints and the price, this is the best.

[HeretixAevum]

Nice review and great timing. I'm looking to get back into sim racing with the CSL DD bundle but I need a wheel stand as I'm going to be using my regular PC gaming set up, this seems like the best option. Will be picking it up during the black friday sales.

[TySci-Fi]

Great video. Question: I just started sim racing and bought a used G29 a week ago and I can already tell a DD is in my future, but I don’t know what type yet. Probably not buying one for a few months.

I really need a wheel stand now though. I’m torn between this one and the Next Level racing DD which is the same price but more heavy duty. It does not fold or have the wheel tray. I think I can do without the wheel tray though as I already have the bell feet on my chair as I have hardwood floor and a small dog. I do like the idea of folding though, but not necessarily a deal breaker. And I have NO idea what DD I’m going to get, but likely it will NOT be top of the line, high newton meters.

My concern is NOT having to buy another wheel stand again. I essentially want to be future proof. So should I get the 2.0 or the DD?

Thanks in advance.

[p.a.motorsport]

I want thai for save money, how colse is with a really copkit?
Because i wanna update with Simlab XP1 pedals and Cammus 15

[cooperarmstrong]

Hey great video, i was just wondering is this suitable for a g29 wheel with shifter and pedles idk if ill buy a direct drive but id like to know id dont need one to use this stand

[marshall]

Great video and review. I'm getting into I racing soon and trying to learn some things. Do you think this setup folded would fit under a bed my frame is 18 inches high?