In the world of sim racing, sequential shifters remain a real guilty pleasure. Not essential for everyone, but capable of completely changing the driving sensation, especially on rallies, old-school GTs or certain prototypes. The MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter is just such a shifter: a compact, sturdy sequential designed for sim racers who want straightforward, mechanical shifting, with enough adjustability to suit their habits.

This model arrives in an already busy segment, between the somewhat "hollow" entry-level shifters and the often very expensive ultra-premium monsters. The idea behind the SGP is to offer a serious feel, a real mechanical impression, while remaining accessible to the greatest number and well integrated into the MOZA ecosystem.

My angle is simple: does this shifter offer a real plus in terms of feel, precision and pleasure of use, compared with more basic solutions? Does it hold up over time, and does it remain consistent in a setup that can evolve? That's what I set out to assess, focusing on feel, ergonomics, build quality and compatibility with different player profiles.

Design & manufacture of the MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter

In hand, the MOZA SGP gives an immediate impression of density. The body is essentially metal, with a structure that exudes rigidity. It's easy to feel that you can pull on it without fear of premature play or awkward flex. Assemblies are neat and clean, with no visible burrs or rough edges.

The lever itself has a short-to-medium stroke, with well-defined resistance. It's a far cry from the "toy" feel of some low-end shifters. Shifting is done with a precise mechanical click, accompanied by a fairly dry physical feedback. You can hear and feel the gear change, which is exactly what most sim racers expect from a sequential. You immediately understand what you're doing with your hand.

The pommel is about average: the right size, the right shape, neither too light nor too heavy. The grip remains comfortable even over long sessions. It can't compete with an ultra-massive high-end full-metal shifter, but it still has a clearly premium feel for its segment.

What's surprising is its overall compactness. The SGP isn't huge, and can be easily integrated into a cockpit without taking up all the lateral space. On the other hand, those who like very long levers, in the style of an old-school rally car, may find the original stem a little short. Fortunately, this can be adapted by changing the knob or by adjusting the position of the bracket.

The main disappointment, for me, comes from a few aesthetic details. The design is clean but rather industrial, with no real personality. It's functional and efficient, but a little cold. In use, this isn't a problem, but on a very well-groomed cockpit, some of our competitors' more visually "racing" models may seem more appealing.

Compared to entry-level sequential shifters made of plastic or with little metal, the SGP is clearly in a different league in terms of rigidity and feel. Compared with top-of-the-range, full-machined-steel shifters, it's a step down in terms of sheer "massiveness", but the price difference is also noticeable. In terms of perceived quality/price, it's well positioned.

Settings, customization & compatibility

The MOZA SGP remains simple to handle, but offers enough settings to satisfy even the most demanding users. The heart of the matter is the force required to upshift/downshift and the overall feel of the mechanical click. The shifter allows you to adjust the hardness, which really changes the lever's personality. By playing with it, you can go from a relatively light and fast feel to something more physical, closer to a beefy rally lever.

The learning curve is short. Once connected and calibrated, you quickly understand how it reacts. Most users won't need to spend hours in the menus to get a satisfactory setting. Just adjust the firmness, test on two or three cars, and you'll find a good compromise. The options aren't all over the place, but the ones that are there are really useful.

In terms of compatibility, the SGP is designed above all for PCs. Integrated into the MOZA ecosystem, it is directly supported by the brand's software, with immediate recognition and centralized configuration. This is where the experience is at its most fluid: a single software hub, everything is grouped together, and the shifter behaves as a native element of the system.

On consoles, the situation clearly depends on the rest of the setup. The SGP is not a universal "plug and play" peripheral for all consoles. You'll need a compatible ecosystem or go through the basic manufacturer's management. This is a point to check before buying if you play mainly on consoles.

On a cockpit, installation remains classic: side-mounting, standard screws and bolts, height and recoil adjustments via the bracket. The shifter is rigid enough to support slightly off-set mounts, as long as the cockpit structure keeps up. Scalability is good: you can perfectly well start with this shifter in an intermediate setup and keep it as you move upmarket on the rest (more powerful Direct Drive base, load cell crankset, etc.). It doesn't feel "limited" compared to more serious equipment around it.

MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter: sensations in play

The heart of the experience is obviously the in-game feel. From the very first minutes, what stands out is the clarity of the mechanical feedback. With each pass, there's a clear click, accompanied by a fairly firm elastic return. There's never any doubt in the mind: the gear has shifted, you feel it, you hear it, you know it. Where some shifters give a slightly blurred feel, the SGP remains very straightforward.

When cornering, especially on technical tracks with lots of quick shifts, the shifter remains constant. You can chain upshifts and downshifts without fighting against the lever. The force required remains stable, with no strange variations, even after long sessions. It feels like you're hitting a well-defined stop, which helps you keep up a good rhythm without overthinking.

Grip is obviously read via the steering wheel and FFB, but the shifter adds its own layer of immersion. At a rally, or on a car that's a little nervous, having a lever that clicks well reinforces the perception of load changes. You're more likely to accompany the car with your right hand, especially on corner exits where every gear counts. It's not FFB in the strict sense, but it's tactile information that complements what you get from the steering wheel.

On the vibrators, the experience depends mainly on the chassis and steering wheel, but the SGP helps to maintain control during quick corrections. When you're a bit sideways and need to correct with the steering wheel while changing gear, the lever doesn't let itself be surprised. It doesn't move sideways, doesn't vibrate annoyingly, and continues to offer the same resistance. You don't get that sometimes annoying sensation of the lever slamming back and forth as the cockpit takes a beating.

Over long sessions, consistency is a real strength. The feel doesn't deteriorate, the mechanics remain stable, and hand fatigue remains reasonable, provided you don't set the hardness to maximum. With an intermediate setting, you can maintain this physical, immersive feel without ruining your forearm after an hour. For those who like their sensations really raw, maximum hardness will give a very "engaged" feel, but in this case, you have to accept that it's more tiring.

Compared with a lighter sequential shifter, often made of plastic or with simplified kinematics, the gain in precision and pleasure is enormous. You go from "clicking a button that looks like a lever" to "manipulating a real mechanical part". The difference is striking from the very first minutes. Compared to an ultra-high-end shifter with even heavier mechanics and oversized components, the SGP remains a little wiser, less extreme in its feedback. But for many players, this compromise will be more comfortable on a daily basis.

In terms of overall immersion, the MOZA SGP ticks all the important boxes: you feel connected to the car, shifts are engaging without being punishing, and confidence comes quickly. You dare to brake later, or drop two gears in a row on corner entry, while maintaining control. That's where this shifter really changes the experience: it makes you want to drive more "the old-fashioned way", working the car with the lever.

Who's it for? Strengths & weaknesses

The MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter is aimed primarily at motivated sim racers, from intermediate to advanced players, who ride mainly on PC and want to add a true sequential to their setup. For a complete beginner, it may be a secondary peripheral after the base and pedalboard, but for someone starting to specialize in rally, touring car or retro GT, it makes perfect sense.

Among the positive points that clearly stand out, the perceived build quality is at the top. The mix of metal, the rigidity of the structure and the absence of any real play in the lever give a real impression of seriousness. The mechanical feel, with that clean click and firm feedback, brings a big plus in immersion over entry-level solutions. Last but not least, the possibility of adjusting the hardness makes it easy to adapt the feel to your riding style and discipline, which greatly broadens the potential audience.

Conversely, there are several limitations worth noting. Console compatibility is not universal and really depends on the rest of the hardware, which reduces its interest for those who play mainly on consoles without a suitable MOZA ecosystem. The design, effective but rather sober, lacks a little character for enthusiasts who want a visually very "racing" cockpit with a big eye-catching piece. Finally, the original travel and height of the lever may seem a little wise to those looking for an ultra-radical experience, like a very long rally lever: it can be adjusted via the assembly, but the original design remains relatively compact.

In terms of investment, the SGP offers good value for money for a serious sim racer. It's not a gadget, it's a real driving peripheral that can accompany a progressing setup. Perceived value is consistent with construction and feel. You don't feel you're just paying for a logo, but for a part that adds an extra dimension to driving.

Verdict: should you choose the MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter?

In a sim racing setup, the MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter adds a clearly sensations-oriented brick. It doesn't replace a good crankset or a good chainstay, but it does transform the way you ride in certain disciplines. We're moving away from an almost exclusive use of paddles to a more physical, more committed driving style, which changes our relationship with the car.

On the market, it's positioned as a solid mid-range model, with one foot in the "enthusiast" world without blowing budgets. More serious than an entry-level shifter, less extreme than an ultra-premium model, it aims for a balance between accessibility, quality and raw pleasure. For a PC-centric setup, especially if you're already in the MOZA ecosystem, it quickly becomes a very coherent choice.

I'd clearly recommend it to sim racers who drive regularly, like rallies, touring cars and vintage GTs, and want a lever that provides a real mechanical plus without making an inordinate investment. For the occasional console gamer, or for someone who almost never leaves the steering wheel, it won't be a priority.

If you're looking for a compact, sturdy sequential shifter with a real mechanical feel and plenty of room for improvement in your setup, the MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter can clearly make the difference in your setup.