Primed For Pole Position: Logitech G25 Racing Wheel

pdanev · May 11th, 2006, 12:17 AM

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/ne...=12020,crid=34

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A member of the company´s extreme-performance G-series family of peripherals for PC gamers, the Logitech G25 wheel offers advanced features which, until now, could be found only in specialized or custom-made racing simulators that sometimes cost thousands of dollars to assemble. These features include a six-speed gated shifter and clutch pedal; two high-torque force-feedback motors; an 11-inch wheel; and a full 900 degrees of rotation. The wheel, shifter and pedals are made with premium materials such as stainless steel and leather, delivering the look and feel of parts from a race car cockpit.

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The Logitech G25 Racing Wheel is compatible with current racing titles, such as rFactor™ and Live for Speed...

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Not very cheap though, $299.99. Sound nice on paper, looks like logitech finally realized they need to use better materials and make their racing products a bit more robust. We'll have to wait for some tests though (once its out), to see if this is indeed as good as it sounds. images/smilies/smile.gif

http://www.logitech.com/lang/images/0/11520.jpg

edit: some pictures

http://img139.imageshack.us/img139/3978/59g25shifter367x5507rn.jpg

http://img417.imageshack.us/img417/1509/59g25wheel550x5299km.jpg

http://img139.imageshack.us/img139/8646/pedals11fx.jpg

http://img417.imageshack.us/img417/6569/pedals28tk.jpg

http://img417.imageshack.us/img417/4465/15541logitechg259dj.jpg

Uber-high resolution picture of the wheel
Uber-high resolution picture of the shifter

ESPNSTI · May 11th, 2006, 12:33 AM

Ooooh!

Why only 2 buttons on the wheel though?

ryosuke · May 11th, 2006, 12:36 AM

judging from the reactions, thats the wheel everybody was waiting for. as of yet, there have only been rather affordable ones and those hand made specialists ones you had to sell your kindey for.

i just hope its not too limited...i want one. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

monkeymax · May 11th, 2006, 12:37 AM

Accelerator and brake pedals too far away though - no heel to toe! images/smilies/wacko.gif

Looks sweet though - maybe when it comes down a bit in price (haven't used my current wheel in a while as it is...)

pdanev · May 11th, 2006, 12:45 AM

I don't think they are far away. Also look at the shape of the pedals, brake is a bit wider on top, accelerator wider on bottom, so heel toe should be fine imo. images/smilies/smile.gif

I also like the bigger diameter, 24cm for DFP 30cm for this, should feel way better than the current toy sized wheels. images/smilies/smile.gif

Dark_Templer_102 · May 11th, 2006, 1:05 AM

I wonder how long that 6-speed shifter will last...

ryosuke · May 11th, 2006, 1:21 AM

well, logitech claims that heel and toe is possible so it should be. remember, those are still home-sized pedals. they probably need that distance to allow for heel and toe.

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Originally Posted by Dark_Templer_102

I wonder how long that 6-speed shifter will last...

its not a cheap set...and logitech has already used metal internals in the dfp wheel (sadly not in the pedals) so they are aware of the problems with cheap plastics.

The_Finn · May 11th, 2006, 1:31 AM

man that looks sweet and 299 isn't bad at all when you consider 3 pedals and the shifter

TF

Viper007Bond · May 11th, 2006, 1:43 AM

Frickin' sweet!

flyingfridge · May 11th, 2006, 1:48 AM

OMFG I H-Pattern box and a cluctch pedal and the ability to choose which side you have the 'box on.

OMFG I LOVE YOU LOGITECH!!!!

fbc · May 11th, 2006, 1:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Viper007Bond

Frickin' sweet!

Hell yeah! I want I want I want

Mischief007 · May 11th, 2006, 1:55 AM

You just made my day Pete. I am SO saving for this. As a package deal it is very affordable. images/smilies/drool.gif

Umm, my Momo is up for sale, heavily used though images/smilies/wink.gif

.

The_Finn · May 11th, 2006, 2:15 AM

looks like my DFP will be religated to back up status in october...

AxlxA · May 11th, 2006, 2:31 AM

omg... when i first read the news on logitech's website, i dind't see that it had a clutch pedal and that was my only beef with it. Now i know there is a clutch.... I SOOOOO WANT THIS!!!

TOo bad it's 300 bucks. I can probably buy an Xbox360 or atleast 5 hrs w/ a prostitute with that money.

Mischief007 · May 11th, 2006, 2:48 AM

This wheel will beat any prostitute, AxlxA images/smilies/smile.gif

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Plus this wheel will work on the PS2 as well images/smilies/wink.gif

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flyingfridge · May 11th, 2006, 5:04 AM

For Sale: Logitech Driving Force Pro

andyhui01 · May 11th, 2006, 5:48 AM

This is very tempting... time for my momo to be up on Ebay when this is released images/smilies/biggrin.gif

SL65 · May 11th, 2006, 5:54 AM

Get outa your homes and get a real car, its exactly the same now images/smilies/lol.gif

But seriously...thats fucking sweeet!!! I gotta save up and get me one of those. The DFP seems dull in comparison with its noisey turning action.

Only small issue is I do think the pedals are a bit to far away from each other for some heel and toe action....but we'll have to wait and see.

mgkdk · May 11th, 2006, 9:09 AM

Ooooo, that looks good images/smilies/thumbsup.gif

*Opens up a savings account*

Buba · May 11th, 2006, 12:03 PM

I gotta have that thing... I hope its not über expensive!

May 11th, 2006, 12:33 AM	#2
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ryosuke Joined: Jul 28th, 2005 Last Online: November 15th, 2008 Location: franconofurd, germsmany Age: 24 Posts: 1,618 Car: FZ50 GTR Rep Power: 19	judging from the reactions, thats the wheel everybody was waiting for. as of yet, there have only been rather affordable ones and those hand made specialists ones you had to sell your kindey for. i just hope its not too limited...i want one. __________________ Goddo supiido yuu! Burakku emparaa

May 11th, 2006, 12:37 AM	#4
monkeymax Joined: Dec 7th, 2004 Last Online: March 3rd, 2009 Location: England Age: 26 Posts: 1,023 Car: Toyota MR2 Mk1, Toyota MR2 Mk1 SC, Peugeot 309 Rep Power: 23	Accelerator and brake pedals too far away though - no heel to toe! Looks sweet though - maybe when it comes down a bit in price (haven't used my current wheel in a while as it is...) __________________ Yup, two too many cars, but I love 'em: 1991 Peugeot 309 - owned it for four years, currently the only runner and the daily driver... but great fun to drive! French though, so gotta treat her rough to keep her happy. 1989 Toyota MR2 Mk1 - owned it for two years. Love it loads. Currently undergoing a suspension upgrade... 1987 Toyota MR2 Mk1 SC - A project car that had Headgasket issues when I bought it. I've never driven it... yet...

May 11th, 2006, 12:45 AM	#5
pdanev Joined: Oct 4th, 2004 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Netherlands Age: 26 Posts: 5,645 LFS Status: Rep Power: 28	I don't think they are far away. Also look at the shape of the pedals, brake is a bit wider on top, accelerator wider on bottom, so heel toe should be fine imo. I also like the bigger diameter, 24cm for DFP 30cm for this, should feel way better than the current toy sized wheels.

May 11th, 2006, 1:05 AM	#6
Dark_Templer_102 Joined: Jul 17th, 2004 Last Online: 4:47 AM Location: Alpharetta, Georgia. U.S.A Posts: 1,677 Car: Subaru Legacy GT Rep Power: 0	I wonder how long that 6-speed shifter will last... __________________

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The_Finn Joined: Feb 7th, 2005 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Worcestersheshershire MA Age: 28 Posts: 3,415 Car: 1988 Mazda 323 GTX / 1997 Saab 900s Rep Power: 57	man that looks sweet and 299 isn't bad at all when you consider 3 pedals and the shifter TF __________________ Proud owner of a 1988 mazda 323 GTX: The ~~poor~~ rich mans evo... "My laptop has a webcam; if I wanted to make money while making a mess, I'd be all over the internet. Hell, you'd probably have videos of me bookmarked." ~Klutch~ “Auto racing, bull fighting, and mountain climbing are the only real sports ... all others are games.” ~Ernest Hemingway~ It's all about having the right priorities. You can sleep in your car but you can't race your house -\|- Basically i go accurately and on special lines

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May 11th, 2006, 1:48 AM	#10
flyingfridge Joined: Jul 1st, 2005 Last Online: June 6th, 2009 Location: Melbourne, Australia Age: 24 Posts: 2,349 Car: R33 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec, FG Falcon G6 Rep Power: 24	OMFG I H-Pattern box and a cluctch pedal and the ability to choose which side you have the 'box on. OMFG I LOVE YOU LOGITECH!!!! __________________ 1/4 Mile: 12.426 (Calder Park) Winton: 1'38.890 Sandown: 1'27.179 "The old Skyline GT-R felt exciting even when it was in a carwash." - Jeremy Clarkson "Those who know GT-Rs can't explain. Those who don't cannot understand." - frankiess

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Mischief007 Joined: Dec 3rd, 2004 Last Online: 1:53 AM Location: London, Ontario, Canada Age: 28 Posts: 4,525 Car: 2004 GP GTP CompG LFS Status: Rep Power: 29	You just made my day Pete. I am SO saving for this. As a package deal it is very affordable. Umm, my Momo is up for sale, heavily used though . __________________ 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP CompG 71,464 km - 44,406 miles 14.4101 @ 94.67 mph

May 11th, 2006, 2:15 AM	#13
The_Finn Joined: Feb 7th, 2005 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Worcestersheshershire MA Age: 28 Posts: 3,415 Car: 1988 Mazda 323 GTX / 1997 Saab 900s Rep Power: 57	looks like my DFP will be religated to back up status in october... __________________ Proud owner of a 1988 mazda 323 GTX: The ~~poor~~ rich mans evo... "My laptop has a webcam; if I wanted to make money while making a mess, I'd be all over the internet. Hell, you'd probably have videos of me bookmarked." ~Klutch~ “Auto racing, bull fighting, and mountain climbing are the only real sports ... all others are games.” ~Ernest Hemingway~ It's all about having the right priorities. You can sleep in your car but you can't race your house -\|- Basically i go accurately and on special lines

May 11th, 2006, 2:31 AM	#14
AxlxA Joined: Jan 3rd, 2005 Last Online: August 23rd, 2009 Location: San Francisco, California Posts: 1,544 Rep Power: 21	omg... when i first read the news on logitech's website, i dind't see that it had a clutch pedal and that was my only beef with it. Now i know there is a clutch.... I SOOOOO WANT THIS!!! TOo bad it's 300 bucks. I can probably buy an Xbox360 or atleast 5 hrs w/ a prostitute with that money. __________________ My FlickR Gallery! Rig: Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0ghz with Artic Freezer 7 Pro. 4gb PC6400. MSI 8800GT OC 512mb. 2TB of space. Antec Nine Hundred Case. Logitech G25. Logitech G7 gaming mouse. Logitech VX Revolution. Saitek Eclipse Keyboard. Dell Ultrasharp 2407wfp-HC and Ultrasharp 2007wfp. Senheiser HD280 Headphones.

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Mischief007 Joined: Dec 3rd, 2004 Last Online: 1:53 AM Location: London, Ontario, Canada Age: 28 Posts: 4,525 Car: 2004 GP GTP CompG LFS Status: Rep Power: 29	This wheel will beat any prostitute, AxlxA . Plus this wheel will work on the PS2 as well . __________________ 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP CompG 71,464 km - 44,406 miles 14.4101 @ 94.67 mph

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andyhui01 Joined: Jun 4th, 2004 Last Online: August 28th, 2009 Location: Melbourne, Australia Age: 21 Posts: 8,528 Car: 00' Subaru Forester GT LFS Status: Rep Power: 32	This is very tempting... time for my momo to be up on Ebay when this is released __________________

May 11th, 2006, 5:54 AM	#18
SL65 Ambitious but rubbish! Joined: Jul 12th, 2004 Last Online: November 10th, 2009 Location: Sydney, Australia Age: 19 Posts: 9,299 Car: 1998 Subaru Legacy 2.5L Rep Power: 46	Get outa your homes and get a real car, its exactly the same now But seriously...thats fucking sweeet!!! I gotta save up and get me one of those. The DFP seems dull in comparison with its noisey turning action. Only small issue is I do think the pedals are a bit to far away from each other for some heel and toe action....but we'll have to wait and see.

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