Asetek SimSports · set of pedals · 2021
Asetek Forte Pedals (2-pedal)
Asetek's two-pedal load-cell set, tested to 180 kg, with a mechanical (non-hydraulic) brake.
Asetek's mid-range load-cell brake and throttle set. It sits between the La Prima and the hydraulic Invicta and can be upgraded to Invicta brake spec with a kit.
AI rating
- Brake feel
- 8
- Consistency
- 8
- Adjustability
- 8
- Build quality
- 8
- Value
- 7
Who it suits
- First rig
- 5
- Console racing
- 0
- Competitive racing
- 8
- Small rooms
- 6
- Tight budgets
- 6
- Enthusiasts
- 6
Scores are AI analysis of public information (specs, manuals, published reviews and owner reports), not a hands-on test. How we rate
Pros and cons
- Firm load-cell brake with good repeatability
- Forte-to-Invicta brake upgrade kit protects the investment
- Sturdy all-metal construction
- Clutch sold separately
- Costs about the same as a Simagic P1000 three-pedal set
Watch out: Price is for brake and throttle only; add the clutch if you want three pedals. USB, PC only.
What it feels like
- Stiffness
- Progression
- Damping
- Travel
- Noise
The brake pushes back firmly and builds resistance as you press, rather than going spongy.
You can adjust stiffness and travel to suit your leg.
The metal frame feels solid, and the throttle is light by comparison.
Like pressing a firm leg-press machine with a progressive spring, not a squishy gas pedal.
What the Forte Pedals works with
- Connects to a PC by USB. It doesn't work on PS5 or Xbox.
- On PC it works next to any wheel base.
Wheel bases it plugs into
None: it only connects by USB.
Tech facts
| Pedals | 2 |
|---|---|
| Brake sensor | Load cell |
| Connection | USB |
| Max brake force | 180 kg (397 lb) |
| Software | Asetek SimSports software |
| Size (W × D × H) | 10 × 14 × 11 in (26 × 35 × 27 cm) |
| Weight | 15 lb (7 kg) |
| Materials | Aluminum and steel |
| Released | 2021 |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The Forte is Asetek's entry into its pedal lineup: a throttle and a brake in a Danish-built, mostly metal frame. The draw is the MLCPC brake, a mechanical load-cell cylinder that Asetek says is tested to 180 kg of pedal force. It has a two-stage feel meant to help with trail braking, without the fluid and maintenance of a hydraulic system. Stiffness and travel are adjustable, so you can tune it as you learn.
For a first rig, it is a serious step up from potentiometer pedals. A load-cell brake lets you build muscle memory around pressure instead of distance. The catch is price. US retailers list it around $460, so it competes with other load-cell sets. It is also a two-pedal set, so you would need to buy a clutch separately (around $349) for manual or historic cars.
It connects by USB and uses Asetek's software for configuration. It works on PC. Console support is unclear for the base model, so check before buying on PlayStation or Xbox. Confirm your mounting plate or rig fits, since the base is a fixed footprint. It suits someone who wants one pedal set to keep through several rig upgrades.
Questions buyers ask
Does it come with a clutch?
No. It is a throttle and brake set. A separate Forte clutch is sold for about $349.
Does it work with consoles?
It connects by USB and is aimed at PC. Console support is not confirmed here, and Asetek has sold separate PlayStation bundles, so check compatibility before buying.
How hard does the brake push back, and can I change it?
The MLCPC load cell is tested to 180 kg of pedal force. Brake stiffness and travel are adjustable, so you can start softer and stiffen it over time.