![Testing The New Fanatec CSL DD Direct Drive Wheel [First Look] @ChrisHaye](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gUEJUdssUk0/maxresdefault.jpg)
Uploaded June 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
00:00 - Intro
00:53 - Context
01:33 - What is the CSL DD and Why Does It Matter?
02:58 - CSL DD Spec
05:42 - Build / Form
07:42 - Driving
13:19 - Findings
Fanatec have sent me pre-productions versions of the CSL DD Direct Drive wheel and CSL Pedals. And, since they aren't the completely finalised retail-spec models, there are a couple of caveats before we get into it. First of all, this sample of the CSL DD wheelbase doesn't have the production-specification quick release assembly, so Fanatec have asked that I only use the wheel rim that has been provided. So with that in mind, I won't be covering the quick release at all, since there's nothing useful I can say beyond the fact that the CSL DD will have one! The final caveat, and this is important - this video shouldn't be viewed as a review - it's an early access look at some cool tech that's coming out soon.
00:00 - Intro
00:53 - Context
01:33 - What is the CSL DD and Why Does It Matter?
02:58 - CSL DD Spec
05:42 - Build / Form
07:42 - Driving
13:19 - Findings
Fanatec have sent me pre-productions versions of the CSL DD Direct Drive wheel and CSL Pedals. And, since they aren't the completely finalised retail-spec models, there are a couple of caveats before we get into it. First of all, this sample of the CSL DD wheelbase doesn't have the production-specification quick release assembly, so Fanatec have asked that I only use the wheel rim that has been provided. So with that in mind, I won't be covering the quick release at all, since there's nothing useful I can say beyond the fact that the CSL DD will have one! The final caveat, and this is important - this video shouldn't be viewed as a review - it's an early access look at some cool tech that's coming out soon.
![Testing The New Fanatec CSL DD Direct Drive Wheel [First Look]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gUEJUdssUk0/mqdefault.jpg "Testing The New Fanatec CSL DD Direct Drive Wheel [First Look]
00:00 - Intro
00:53 - Context
01:33 - What is the CSL DD and Why Does It Matter?
02:58 - CSL DD Spec
05:42 - Build / Form
07:42 - Driving
13:19 - Findings
Fanatec have sent me pre-productions versions of the CSL DD Direct Drive wheel and CSL Pedals. And, since they arent the completely finalised retail-spec models, there are a couple of caveats before we get into it. First of all, this sample of the CSL DD wheelbase doesnt have the production-specification quick release assembly, so Fanatec have asked that I only use the wheel rim that has been provided. So with that in mind, I wont be covering the quick release at all, since theres nothing useful I can say beyond the fact that the CSL DD will have one! The final caveat, and this is important - this video shouldnt be viewed as a review - its an early access look at some cool tech thats coming out soon.")
