![]() Shifts require significantly more force than my previous shifters, the Thrustmaster TH8A and the SHH Shifter Newt. The sequential shifter is another sturdy and well-built piece of gear. During testing, a weld on my shifter mount arm came undone due to these high forces. Because of the force required for this handbrake, it is strongly recommended that a higher-end racing cockpit be used or that the unit is bolted directly to the frame. The handbrake requires a significant amount of force to pull, and the spring used to return the arm to the centre position does so very rapidly. The devices feel extremely solid individually, and the assembly barely moves relative to the mounting plate while in use. The SG Racing handbrake and sequential shifter kit is a no-frills, purpose built piece of sim racing gear. The handbrake’s sensor allows the travel of the arm to be transmitted to your PC as an analog signal. The shifter features heavy duty switches that are triggered at the extent of the throw in either direction. Internal springs at the base of both the shifter and the handbrake return the arm to the centre position and offer resistance. The holes are located between the shifter and the handbrake. The mounting plates is drilled for two bolts, each bolt hole has a diameter of 8 millimetres and they are spaced 100 millimetres apart. ![]() The handbrake is slightly longer at 36 centimetres or 14 inches. The sequential shifter has an onboard trigger for neutral, and the length of the shifter is 34 centimetres or 13 inches. The construction of the shifter and handbrake kit is nearly all aluminum, and the total weight of the combo unit is 3 kilograms or 6.6 pounds. This hub means that both the shifter and handbrake share a single USB connection to your computer, and the devices register in Windows 10 automatically and show in Windows as “SG Combo”. The kit is mounted on an aluminum plate, and the shifter and handbrake connect to your PC by way of an onboard USB hub. The kit is listed for £350 plus shipping, and includes a sequential stick shift and handbrake. ![]() SG Racing offers multiple handbrake, sequential shifter, and accessory options, sold via their website, including the combo kit kit reviewed here. Note: SG Racing did not contact myself or RaceDepartment for a review of their product, nor did they offer the product for free. Here is my review of the SG Racing handbrake and sequential shifter combo kit. ![]()
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