- Description
- Specifications
- What's In The Box?
- Warranty
- Shipping
- 100 Day FREE Returns
- Why Buy From Us?
Description
Six forward gears and reverse, the layout most cars use
The 6R is the gate that ships with the VNM shifter, and it is the one most people leave fitted. Six forward gears plus a dedicated reverse covers modern road cars, most GT machinery and the overwhelming majority of what a sim racing calendar puts in front of you.
Buy a second one if you want a spare, or if a plate has picked up wear from a few thousand aggressive changes. It fits the VNM Dual-Mode Shifter and nothing else.
Key features
- Six forward gears plus a dedicated reverse
- The standard layout for modern manual cars
- Fits the VNM dual-mode shifter
- Swaps in place of the sequential plate
What a 6R gate gives you
Seven positions in total: first through sixth in the usual double H arrangement, and reverse on its own. Because reverse has a gate position rather than sharing one with a forward gear, there is no lockout collar to fight and no chance of finding it by accident.
That matters more in sim racing than it sounds. A rolling start where you fumble into reverse instead of first is a session gone, and a dedicated gate makes it a mechanical impossibility.
When you would choose a different plate
If most of your driving is in older machinery with five speed gearboxes, the 5R plate puts reverse where those cars put it and removes a gate you never use.
If you are driving seven speed cars and want every ratio mapped to its real position, the 7R plate is the one. All three swap onto the same shifter, so owning more than one is a sensible way to run the collection. Our sim racing shifters range covers the hardware.
Our expert take
"Six plus reverse is the default for a reason, and if you only ever own one plate this is the one to own. The argument for the others is not that they are better, it is that matching the gate to the car you are driving removes one small piece of translation between your hand and the machine."
- Blake Sterling, Founder & CEO, Gamer Gear Direct
Frequently asked questions
Does it fit shifters other than the VNM?
No. It is made for the VNM shifter and will not fit another manufacturer's unit.
Is this already included with the shifter?
Yes, the 6R is the H-pattern plate supplied as standard. Buy this if you want a spare or a replacement.
How many gears is 6R?
Six forward gears plus reverse, so seven gate positions in total.
Can I swap between plates easily?
Yes. The plates are interchangeable on the same shifter and the hex wrenches supplied with the shifter are the only tools needed.
Specifications
Type: H-pattern gate plate
Forward gears: Six
Reverse: Dedicated gate position
Total positions: Seven
Compatibility: VNM dual-mode shifter
Supplied as standard: Yes, with the VNM shifter
Warranty: 1 year
What's In The Box?
1 x H-pattern gate plate
Warranty
This VNM Simulation gate plate is covered by a 12-month warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, beginning from the date of purchase.
Normal wear and tear sits outside the warranty. Every product is 100% genuine, sourced through authorised distribution, and our Australian simulation team is only a call or email away.
All products sold by Gamer Gear Direct are genuine and sourced from authorised distributors, with full Australian support.
Shipping
Orders are typically processed within 1–2 business days and shipped via trusted Australian courier partners.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- VIC: 2–4 business days
- NSW: 2–4 business days
- ACT: 3–5 business days
- QLD: 2–4 business days
- SA: 2–4 business days
- WA: 4–10 business days
- NT: 4–10 business days
- TAS: 4–10 business days
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100 Day FREE Returns
Changed your mind? No problem! You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Better still, we'll cover the return shipping!
All Gamer Gear Direct products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
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Why Buy From Us?
Authorised Australian dealer
Gamer Gear Direct is an authorised Australian dealer for the brands we represent, including Trak Racer, Playseat, MOZA Racing, Logitech, Honeycomb Aeronautical, Thrustmaster, HORI, Turtle Beach, Sparco, OMP, PXN, Sigma Integrale and Pokornyi Engineering. We are trusted by over 20,000 customers nationwide.
Every product we sell is 100% genuine, sourced through approved channels, and supported locally.
Fast local shipping
We ship directly from our Australian warehouses, with most orders leaving within 1 to 2 business days. This means faster delivery times and reliable tracking from dispatch to your door.
Hassle-free 100-day returns
Changed your mind? Eligible items can be returned within 100 days provided they are unused, unopened, and in original packaging. We keep the process clear and straightforward.
Genuine Australian warranty
Every product we sell is covered by a comprehensive Australian warranty, backed by both the manufacturer and Australian Consumer Law. You will not be left dealing with overseas support channels.
Expert support you can trust
Whether you need product advice, compatibility guidance, or after-sales support, you are dealing with people who know the sim and gaming gear we sell inside and out. Our sim and gaming specialists are here to make things easy.
With Gamer Gear Direct you will get:
- Expert guidance on choosing the right gear for your goals and budget
- Personalised setup advice tailored to your space and the way you play
- Smart gear pairing suggestions for PCs, consoles, monitors, wheels, controllers and accessories
- A dedicated account representative for ongoing support
We also have a Melbourne showroom in Dandenong South, so you can try the gear before you commit. Call us on (03) 9961 0240, talk to our team on live chat, or email support@gamergeardirect.com.au and one of our specialists will help you.
Trusted by professionals
The brands we stock are used at the highest level of motorsport and aviation simulation. The same technologies are used for training, preparation and skill development at professional level, giving you access to pro-grade equipment built for accuracy, realism and reliability.