Bahrain
F1 22 Bahrain Setup: Full race setup, qualifying setup, drivability setup
Welcome to our Bahrain Setup page for F1 22.
The Bahrain Grand Prix is one of the most exciting events on the Formula 1 racing circuit. This annual race is held at Bahrain International Circuit, a state-of-the-art track located in Bahrain that was designed by German aerodynamics expert Hermann Tilke. The Bahrain Grand Prix has been hosted by Bahrain since 2004 and has established itself as one of the premier sporting events in the region.
The Bahrain Grand Prix attracts thousands of spectators each year and features some of the fastest cars and most skilled drivers on the circuit. Spectators can enjoy a variety of amenities at Bahrain International Circuit, from luxury grandstand seating to convenient food courts and outdoor viewing areas. There is also plenty to see in the surrounding area, including bustling cities like Manama and Riffa, beautiful parks and gardens, and stunning local beaches.
Whether you are an avid racing fan or just enjoy experiencing world-class sporting events, there is something for everyone at the Bahrain Grand Prix. So if you’re looking for an adrenaline rush this or next season, be sure to check out this incredible event!
Hot Lap Setup
Table of Contents
Race Setup
Bahrain opened the 2022 season with an amazing result for Ferrari, with Charles winning and Carlos finishing in second. In contrast to Ferrari’s perfect day, Red Bull had the worst possible outcome, with neither car finishing the Grand Prix.
See our race setup below, with hotlap setup to come and refinements to follow. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back in the future for improvements!
Race Setup
Bahrain opened the 2022 season with an amazing result for Ferrari, with Charles winning and Carlos finishing in second. In contrast to Ferrari’s perfect day, Red Bull had the worst possible outcome, with neither car finishing the Grand Prix.
See our race setup below, with hotlap setup to come and refinements to follow. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back in the future for improvements!
Aerodynamics
Front Wing Aero – 20
Rear Wing Aero – 27
With the new aero settings, we are recommending 20-27 wing angles here. We found this kept the car fast down the straights, with just enough stability to get us through the corners. If you are struggling with grip, try increasing the rear wing, but be aware you may find it harder to overtake. Most often in Bahrain we find the rear is loose, so be aware of that around the longer corners.
Transmission
Differential Adjustment On Throttle – 80%
Differential Adjustment Off Throttle – 60%
Transmission is a critical area of the setup for traction, affecting acceleration, grip, rotation, tyre wear, and drivability. Increasing the On Throttle Differential will make the car more stable on acceleration, however, will increase tyre wear. Here in Bahrain we will use 80%/60%. This will aid stability in longer corners and should help protect the tyres from excessive wear. Increasing rear diff will improve straight-line acceleration and stability on corner exits, however, will come with a cost on wear. If you are having trouble with the car spinning, try to keep a small amount of pressure on the gas rather than lifting off suddenly.
Suspension Geometry
Front Camber – -2.50°
Rear Camber – -2.00°
Front Toe – 0.05°
Rear Camber – 0.20°
Geometry adjustments mainly impact grip and tire wear, however on F1 22, like its predecessor, most circuits suit the same settings! Stick with high front camber, and low everything else in this section for best results.
Suspension
Front Suspension – 10
Rear Suspension – 3
Front Anti-Roll Bar – 10
Rear Anti-Roll Bar – 3
Front Ride Height – 3
Rear Ride Height – 4
Suspension adjustments impact responsiveness and stability through corners. This is probably the most important area of the setup, so if you are struggling with rotation then the anti-roll bars are where you should start. Ride height plays a much more important role this year, so the keep the rear high to avoid the diffuser bottoming out at high speed. Floor damage can ruin performance, so a higher than usual ride height here should help protect those delicate aerodynamic surfaces.
Brakes
Brake Pressure – 100%
Front Brake Bias – 50%
For players on controller, brake pressure adjustments can have minimal impact. If you use ABS, maintain 100% brake pressure. Otherwise, see above.
Tyres
Front Right Tyre Pressure – 23.2 psi
Front Left Tyre Pressure – 23.2 psi
Rear Right Tyre Pressure – 22.5 psi
Rear Left Tyre Pressure – 22.5 psi
Tyre pressures can have a huge impact on wear and traction. Typically high rear pressures and lower front pressures are the way to go, however increasing front pressures here will result in faster lap times. You will pay in front wear, but if you are finding this not to be an issue then increase to around 24.5psi.
Hotlap Setup
This is the fastest F1 22 Setup available, and will ensure you rise to the top of the time trial leaderboards. F1 2022 is still new, so check back here in the future for faster and faster setups. Generally this setup will be quick over one lap, so it’s ideal for time trial, or even qualifying, but be aware it is not designed to be run over a race distance, so don’t expect your tyres to last very long!
Hotlap Setup
This is the fastest F1 22 Setup available, and will ensure you rise to the top of the time trial leaderboards. F1 2022 is still new, so check back here in the future for faster and faster setups. Generally this setup will be quick over one lap, so it’s ideal for time trial, or even qualifying, but be aware it is not designed to be run over a race distance, so don’t expect your tyres to last very long!
Aerodynamics
Front Wing Aero – 29
Rear Wing Aero – 25
A much higher front Aero setting here to keep the front tyres glued to the surface at Bahrain. Bear in mind that you will pay with increased tyre wear with this setup, it’s best for qualifying laps or time trial on F1 22.
Transmission
On Throttle Diff – 55%
Off Throttle Diff – 50%
Differential settings here similar to the race setup, but we have reduced both differential settings significantly. On throttle has come down to 55%, and the off throttle to 50%. This makes the car easier to rotate, meaning you can accelerate faster out of corners once the car is straight. It will be slightly more challenging to handle, but much quicker. Be cautious around the long turn 12, once the tyres start to wear it’s easy to find yourself heading towards a wall…
Suspension Geometry
Front Camber – -2.50°
Rear Camber – -1.00°
Front Toe – 0.05°
Rear Camber – 0.20°
Suspension adjustments impact responsiveness and stability through corners. F1 2022 is similar to F1 2021, and this section has similar impact. The right adjustments here can shave tenths off your lap times!
Suspension
Front Suspension – 7
Rear Suspension – 1
Front Anti-Roll Bar – 7
Rear Anti-Roll Bar – 1
Front Ride Height – 4
Rear Ride Height – 6
The suspension settings here are a bit softer than the race settings. A firm front, with a lot of give at the rear. This allows the rear of the car to take high cornering loads, but makes the front a little . Our advice here is to avoid riding over raised kerbs (the flat ones around turn 11 etc are generally ok, but be cautious about grip!) , and accelerate as early as possible on the way out of corners.
Brakes
Brake Pressure – 100%
Front Brake Bias – 50%
Maximum pressure here, but you can run ABS and not lose any time.
Tyre Pressure
Front Right Tyre Pressure – 25.0psi
Front Left Tyre Pressure – 25.0psi
Rear Right Tyre Pressure – 23.0psi
Rear Left Tyre Pressure – 23.0psi
An extreme setup here for maximum speed. Very fast, but very hot! Don’t expect your tyres to last longer than a few laps with these settings.
