Who founded Race Sims?

Race Sims was founded by Thambusamy T.D., a motorsport race engineer with over 14 years of experience in Indian racing, tuning, and telemetry.

What is your motorsport background?

I have over 14 years in Indian motorsport as a race engineer, tuner, and telemetry specialist, working with national champions, manufacturers, and professional teams. All of my motorsport work has been under the guidance of Mr. Leelakrishnan—India’s most respected tuner and a multiple-time racing and rally champion. As part of his team, I contributed to programs that delivered multiple rally and circuit championships. My responsibilities span powertrain and transmission development; calibration of cars such as the Mahindra XUV300 R2 and Group N entries; wiring and tuning aftermarket ECUs (MoTeC, Link, Haltech, AEM); hub dyno operation; data acquisition and analysis with AiM/MoTeC/Haltech/Link; and CAN configuration. I also led EV projects (BMS/inverter/CAN, high-voltage wiring) and ran event and workshop operations, including R&D for major manufacturers.

Is Race Sims the official distributor of Conspit in India?

Yes. Race Sims is the Official Master Distributor and Authorized Service Partner for Conspit in India, providing factory-direct products, warranty, GST billing, and after-sales support.

Do you provide solutions beyond home simulators?

Yes. We design and install sim cafés, esports arenas, and training academy simulators with full technical support.

What makes Race Sims different from other sim racing sellers in India?

Real motorsport engineering. Our simulators are designed using insights from professional race tuning, telemetry, and driver coaching.

Frequently Asked Questions | Sim Racing India

Expert answers to the most common sim racing questions in India — from a race engineer who's worked with championship-winning teams.

Buying Sim Racing Equipment in India

Where can I buy sim racing equipment in India?

RaceSims (racesims.in) is India's destination for professional-grade sim racing equipment. We are official distributors for Conspit and VNM — two brands trusted by professional racing drivers and teams worldwide. We also carry select Moza Racing products for entry-level setups. Beyond distribution, we manufacture our own cockpits and rigs right here in India to international standards — designed by a race engineer from championship-winning teams to replicate real race car seating positions. All products come with local Indian warranty and support.

What is the best sim racing setup for beginners in India?

The foundation of any serious setup is the rig — your seating position has to replicate a real race car. That's why we designed our cockpits using actual race car ergonomics. From there, pair it with quality pedals (Conspit or VNM load cells with at least 40-50 kg force capability) and a direct drive wheel base with a minimum of 12Nm torque. While 8Nm is the absolute floor, it's barely enough — 12Nm is where real training begins. For very tight budgets, Moza offers entry-level direct drive options, but we strongly recommend saving for 12Nm+.

How much does a sim racing setup cost in India?

Sim racing setups in India range from ₹25,000 to over ₹5,00,000 depending on your goals:

Entry level (₹25,000 – ₹50,000): Entry direct drive wheel (Moza), basic pedals, desk clamp or starter cockpit
Mid-range (₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000): 12Nm+ direct drive, Conspit or VNM load cell pedals, RaceSims-manufactured aluminum cockpit — this is where real driver training begins
Enthusiast (₹1,50,000 – ₹3,00,000): 18-25Nm VNM wheelbase with telemetry mode, Conspit hydraulic pedals, RaceSims cockpit with FIA-grade seat, triple monitors or VR
Professional (₹3,00,000+): 25-32Nm VNM wheelbase, full motion platform, FIA-grade seating, professional-grade hardware used by racing teams

What brands does RaceSims carry?

Our primary brands are Conspit (premium wheels on par with the best in the world, plus excellent pedals including hydraulic options) and VNM (wheelbases up to 25Nm and 32Nm with exclusive telemetry mode for additional feedback, plus very good load cell pedals). We also carry select Moza Racing products for entry-level setups. Beyond these brands, we manufacture our own cockpits and rigs in India — designed using real race car ergonomics that no other Indian rig offers.

What are the best direct drive wheel bases available in India?

For wheels (steering wheels), Conspit makes the best — genuinely on par with any top brand globally. For wheel bases (the motor unit), VNM leads with options up to 25Nm and 32Nm, plus their exclusive telemetry mode which provides additional force feedback data from the simulation. Conspit wheelbases go up to 20Nm and are excellent. Our recommendation: 12Nm is the real minimum for serious training (8Nm is barely enough), 18Nm+ for enthusiasts, and 25-32Nm for professional-grade realism. Our founder personally runs a 32Nm VNM setup.

Why does RaceSims recommend Conspit pedals?

Conspit pedals replicate real racing car brake systems. Their hydraulic pedals offer progressive resistance matching a GT3 or formula car — though there's no functional difference between Conspit's hydraulic and non-hydraulic pedals, both perform excellently. VNM pedals are also very good and offer excellent value. For realistic feel, pedals should handle at least 40-50 kg of braking force.

What makes RaceSims cockpits different from other rigs?

We manufacture our cockpits in India to international standards — we're not just resellers. Our rigs are designed using real-world race car experience to replicate the exact seating position of an actual race car. This matters because different muscle groups activate depending on your hand, leg, and body position. If your sim rig position doesn't match a real car, you're training the wrong muscles. No other rig in India is designed this way. We also manufacture all cockpit accessories — monitor stands, mounts, everything.

What seats does RaceSims offer?

We import FIA-grade seats — the same seats used in actual race and rally cars. We offer fixed-back seats (normal and XL sizes) and recliner options. They're extremely comfortable and high-end. We also list one affordable local seat at around ₹15,000 for budget-conscious buyers, but we always recommend the FIA-grade options.

Sim Racing for Driver Training

Can sim racing help you become a faster racing driver?

Yes — the key is that your equipment must be realistic enough for skill transfer. That means correct seating position (which our rig provides), sufficient force feedback (12Nm minimum, ideally 18Nm+), and quality load cell pedals (40-50 kg force). Sim racing develops trail braking, racing line consistency, racecraft, throttle modulation, and circuit learning.

Do professional racing teams in India use sim racing?

Increasingly, yes. RaceSims supplies professional simulator setups to racing teams and academies, configured with our race-car-accurate rigs, VNM high-torque wheelbases, and Conspit pedals for driver development.

What sim racing games are best for driver training?

Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC) for GT racing. iRacing for accurate tracks and competitive online racing. Assetto Corsa with mods for Indian circuits.

Technical Questions

Direct drive vs belt-drive wheel?

Belt-drive adds friction and delay. Direct drive connects the motor directly to the shaft — instant, precise feedback. For serious training, direct drive with at least 12Nm is strongly recommended. VNM offers up to 32Nm with telemetry mode.

What PC specs for sim racing in India?

Minimum: i5/Ryzen 5, 16GB RAM, GTX 1660/RTX 3060, SSD. Recommended: i7/Ryzen 7, 32GB RAM, RTX 4070+. Triple/VR: RTX 4080+. Use a voltage stabilizer.

What are load cell pedals?

They measure braking force (pressure), not distance — like real race car brakes. The single most impactful upgrade. Pedals should handle 40-50 kg force minimum. Both Conspit and VNM offer excellent load cells through RaceSims.

Do I need a cockpit/rig?

The rig is the most important component. Your seating position determines which muscle groups you use and whether skills transfer to a real car. Our cockpits replicate real race car ergonomics — no other Indian rig does this.

Shipping & Support

Does RaceSims ship across India?

Yes, all major cities, 3-7 business days. Special freight for cockpit frames.

Warranty in India?

Yes, all products have local warranty. Since we manufacture our own cockpits, rig support is direct and immediate.

Can I try before buying?

We offer detailed video reviews and one-on-one consultations with our race engineer founder. Join our Discord for community feedback.