MOZA Racing R9 Wheelbase and GS Wheel Review By The SRG

Barry Rowland of the Sim Racing Garage reviews the Moza R9 Compact Direct Drive Wheel Base and the Moza GS wheel rim. As usual, Barry takes the products through the famous SRG review process.

Last year, the Chinese Moza Racing brand, introduced two brand new (21 and 16 N·m) Direct Drive Wheelbases, Wireless Steering wheels, Load-cell pedals, and a Telemetry Display.

The Moza R9 Direct Drive Wheel Base is a small form-factor Direct Drive Wheelbase available in either a Black or White finish. The wheelbase is compatible with all products in the MOZA ecosystem.

Compared to its 16 and 21 N·m bigger brothers, the R9 DD Servo motor puts out 9 N·m of Peak Torque. The unit is equipped with a D1 Compatible Quick Release and a number of Connection Ports. All the settings and features can be dialed in via the in-house Moza App.

Moza R9 Direct Drive Wheelbase

R9 Direct Drive Wheel Specifications:

  • Applicable Platform – PC
  • Driving Type – Servo Direct Drive
  • Maximum Steering Angle – Unlimited
  • Housing Material – Aluminum Alloys
  • Housing Color – Black/White
  • Maximum Torque – 9 N·m
  • Maximum Power – 180W
  • Input Voltage – 110V~220V AC —> 36V DC
  • USB Refresh Rate – 1000Hz
  • Wheel Base Indicator Light – Applicable
  • Smartphone APP – Applicable
  • Quick Release – D1 Compatible
  • Connection Port – Starting Switch, Power Supply, Data, Emergency Stop Switch, Display Screen
  • Accessories – User Guide, Warranty Card, Power Supply, USB Cable, Took Kit
  • Mounting – 4 holes on the bottom; exclusive holder that supports angle adjustment and side fix; table clamp
  • Table Clamp – Optional
  • Side Mounting – Optional
  • Emergency Stop Switch – Optional
  • Firmware Upgrade – Applicable
  • Size (L x W x H)(mm) – 240x157x124

The Moza R9 Direct Drive Wheel Base is available for pre-order at a price of US$ 439.00 VAT excluded.


Official Webpage – mozaracing.com


Moza GS Racing Wheel

The Moza GS is a 300 mm GT style wheel rim that is made out of a 5mm-thick forged carbon fiber wheel plate, and Alcantara handles. The wheel is equipped with a set of Dual Clutch and Magnetic Shifter paddles, 10 programmable illuminated mechanical buttons, 2 thumb knobs, 2 joystick buttons, 5 rotary encoders, and an RGB shift indicator.

Furthermore, the unit comes with wireless technology for telemetry and system power and is fitted with a lightweight quick-release system. All the settings and features can be dialed in via the in-house Moza App.

Moza GS Wheel Specifications:

  • Grip Material: Alcantara® made in Italy
  • Frame and Front Plate Material: Forged carbon fiber
  • Shifter Paddle Material: 3 mm-thick forged carbon fiber
  • Size: 300mm GT standard wheel
  • Magnetic Shifter Paddles: 2
  • Dual Clutch Paddles: 2
  • Luminous Mechanical Keys: 10
  • Rotary encoders: 5
  • Thumb Knobs (pressable): 2
  • Joysticks: 2
  • LED Lamp Beads RGB: 10
  • LED Colors: 7 (for customization)
  • Intelligent Telemetry: Yes
  • Light setting in MOZA Pit House: Yes
  • D1 spec quick release
  • Power Supply: Wireless
  • Transmission Mode: Wireless
  • Paddle Sensor: Contactless photoelectric sensor
  • Dual Clutch Shifter Paddle Modes: Synthesis axis/Independent axis/button

The Moza GS Racing Wheel is available for pre-order at a price of US$ 499.00 VAT excluded.