Audi R8 LMS EVO II Suzuka HYMO Hot Lap Analysis

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Let’s take a look at this hot lap of Suzuka in the Audi R8 LMS EVO II driven by HYMO.

The Track

The Suzuka Circuit, located in Suzuka, Japan, is renowned for its blend of lengthy straights and technical corners. This demanding track calls for a well-balanced car setup, requiring sufficient aerodynamics to navigate the corners effectively, while not compromising speed on the straights. Fortunately, HYMO has got you covered with a setup featured in the reference video. HERE

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The Suzuka Circuit, established in 1962, stands as a timeless symbol in the world of motorsport. Its unique combination of challenging features has made it a staple in motorsport events, including the prestigious 8 Hours of Suzuka endurance race, showcasing the track's enduring legacy.

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Analysis

Using the Track Titan software to compare the HYMO lap to a community lap we can see that for the hairpin that is turn 11 the HYMO driver gains 0.3 seconds. According to the data, most of this time is gained because of a difference in the racing line.

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Looking at the racing line, we can see that the HYMO driver (light blue) takes a slightly different line through the corner. Instead of staying close to the apex HYMO driver takes a slightly wider line. This means that he can engage the throttle earlier than the community driver while not running off track.

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You can analyse every other turn on the Suzuka circuit using the Track Titan platform; see reference lap. HERE
You can also take it to the next level and compare it against your own driving, just sign up to Track Titan for FREE today here.

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Sim Racing Top Tips

Did you know that setting up your force feedback properly can significantly improve your ability to control the car? When your wheel reaches peak force during a corner, you may no longer sense any changes in how your car is behaving. If this occurs while cornering, you might not notice your car starting to slide, potentially leading to a spin.

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Instead, consider entering a practice session and 'swerve' along the track to see if your force feedback reaches the clipping point. Continuously decrease your force feedback gain until you no longer reach this clipping point.

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Need to check whether your setup changes are working? Join Track Titan today!

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