E6 HexMotion Reviews
The Najam Simtec E6 is my second motion simulator. My first was a 4DOF system, and moving to the E6 has been a massive upgrade.
The E6's movements are incredibly fast, sharp, and responsive. I really love how it performs. It may not be entirely fair to compare a 4DOF system with a 6DOF system, but the difference is several levels beyond what I experienced before.
With my previous 4DOF system, I could barely feel the tires making contact with the road. With the E6, I can clearly feel the tires and suspension working beneath me. The sense of connection to the car and road is simply overwhelming.
Another outstanding feature is the sensation of sustained G-forces.
These sensations are mainly created through a combination of surge, sway, and yaw movements. The transitions between different G-forces feel remarkably natural and seamless. This is where Shayan's programming skills really shine.
I honestly doubt that many other 6DOF systems can reproduce sustained G-forces this convincingly.
However, fully appreciating this effect requires some experience, the ability to drive consistently around a track, and a game with native E6 support.
The motion can be quite intense, and some people may experience motion sickness. In fact, most of my friends who tried the E6 felt sick. However, none of them were experienced VR users or sim racers, so I can't say whether experienced users would react the same way. Personally, I have had no problems with motion sickness at all.
The E6 is also surprisingly quiet during normal operation.
However, collisions can produce extremely powerful impacts, especially when using games through SimHub. In natively supported games, the built-in safety features help keep these impacts under control.
The motion can be made safer through adjustments to the settings, including when using SimHub, but strong movements are still part of the experience.
For reference, I use the E6 on the second floor of a wooden house, and so far, I haven't experienced any problems.
The biggest challenge, in my opinion, is assembly.
In my case, it took approximately 20 hours to assemble the system. Looking back, I wish I had spent even more time making sure everything was perfectly aligned and assembled.
Even if it had taken 40 hours, I think the extra effort would have been worthwhile.
My advice to anyone building an E6 is to prioritize precision over speed. Depending on your region, purchasing a pre-assembled unit may also be worth considering.
Overall, I'm extremely happy with the Najam Simtec E6. The improvement in road feel, suspension feedback, and sustained G-force simulation has completely changed my sim racing experience. It feels much more like driving a real car rather than simply sitting in a moving simulator.
I purchased the "E6 HexMotion" kit to build a hybrid setup that functions as both a flight and racing simulator. This was my first time working with a motion platform, and while the assembly and configuration were quite extensive undertakings, the exceptionally thorough and attentive support provided by Shayan ensured that the entire process went smoothly.
For a 6-DOF system, this kit—which arrived (in my version) as a complete set of components—is remarkably affordable. Although the assembly itself is not overly complex, the process of precisely fitting together parts that become increasingly large and heavy as the build progresses felt like a rewarding, almost sacred ritual—a fitting rite of passage toward owning a 6-DOF motion simulator.
The addition of a "flight mode" via a software update was a game-changer for me. Playing *DCS World* in a VR environment offers an incredible level of immersion; the smooth motion response and dynamic G-force feedback make the experience feel remarkably lifelike—though I must admit, I’ve never actually flown a real aircraft!
Offering exceptional value for money, this platform shows great promise for the future, thanks to ongoing software improvements. For those seeking a top-tier, highly immersive motion experience at home, I highly recommend the compact E6!
