NB MX5 Gated Shifter Kit

Refining perfection - the NB Miata’s legendary transmission, now GATED!

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Designed for the joy of driving.

The Minottek Gated Shifter kit is the ultimate representation of what would happen if the NA 5 speed transmission was perfected and reinvented with the stylings of an Italian-inspired gated shifter. The factory shifter geometry is retained and refined, featuring a proprietary 20mm extended CNC stainless steel shifter paired with a brass lower bushing and the elimination of the NA crescent fulcrum bushing (later removed on the NB) to ensure the most precise shifts possible.

The beautiful subtle dome of the brushed stainless steel gated top plate accompanied by the bespoke nylon center console trim blends effortlessly with the factory NA Miata interior design while becoming a true visual center piece.

Every bolt, washer, and factory dust boot is accounted for and included with additional insulation making the Minottek Gated Shifter kit a 100% bolt-on ready to use package with the promise of delivering the special driving experience of a gated shifter to the Miata.

Please note that while we pride ourselves on the quality of our products, we cannot guarantee a perfect plastic color match to the Miata interior.

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Transmission 1998-2005 5 speed 1998-2000 6 speed 2001-2005 6 speed

Gate Finish Brushed Polished

$549.95 USD

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OEM+ Philosophy

Fully insulated and integrated to your factory Mazda center console with a creatively designed trim piece and rubber seal allowing the shifter assembly to move freely within the console while maintaining OEM inspired aesthetics.

Premium Materials and Construction

Each component has been meticulously designed, tested, and manufactured for the very best durability, fit, and finish. The gated shift pattern was finalized following over 20 revisions and development for the kit exceeds 200 hours.

Precisely Engineered

Entirely designed and engineered utilizing high quality 3D scans of original Mazda components. Featuring built-in adjustment points to help guarantee a perfect fit.

Seamless Integration

The self contained shifter assembly bolts directly to the transmission ensuring every component from the gated shifter plate to the shifter turret operate as one cohesive unit, preventing rattles and any misalignment.

See the gated shifter kit in action!

Mx5 NB GearShifter Review

Good afternoon Ryan, everything is just great with the Shifter kit. I followed your advice and adjusted the PPF first. That was the most laborious part. Fitting the kit itself was a very straightforward and enjoyable experience. Driving experience - absolutely love it. 1st to 4th super smooth and quiet. 5th and 6th gears there is a very slight buzzing sound at 40-50mph and 50-60mph respectively but it disappears above those speeds. Getting the PPF set correctly is vital. This was my son’s MX5 previously and he didn’t adjust it and ended up with the gear lever knocking the gear gate when in 5th and 6th gears. In the end he returned the kit. I then bought his car, decided to give it another go and the rest is history……….. 😁

Really love mine!

First, it looks beautiful on the 2003 NB. I still have to adjust it to be exactly centered in the hole and to be perfectly flush in terms of height. This is normal, I just haven't had the time. Also, removing the sound deadening material lets you hear more gear noise from the transmission. I might put that back, not sure. It shifts perfectly! Can't imagine going back to stock. Also, it's pretty rare out there among MX5 mods. Other Miata guys point it out and ask about it.

Absolutely perfect

Absolutely perfect. Have experimented with all sorts of shifter rebuilds, short throws, etc. none of them come close to the quality and experience of the gated shifter! Would buy for every car if I could.

I can start by saying, looks fantastic, very easy to install, went from a short shifter to the Minottek & well its slightly longer, but the original wasn't exactly a long throw shift so not loosing much, just gaining a look that's slick & satisfying to look at & use, will have to adjust the ppf as the shifter is at the wrong height & off centre to the right? you do hear transmission whine, if not to your taste there's plenty of room around the unit to insulate it, Cheers Minottek & Ryan for a class piece of interior design
All in all, one happy Mx5/Miata owner.

I have had all of the best shifters for Miata’s

I have had all of the best shifters for Miata’s and this is byfar the finest and nicest made shifter I have owned. Thank you for taking the time to make this shifter. You are a true artesian!!!!!

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The Development Cars

”Pistol” Pete’s Mud-yata
Pete’s former SCCA autocross car turned bad weather lifted daily driver has been well loved for the better part of 15 years. This attention-grabbing NA Miata on 27in mud tires proved to be instrumental during testing and helped secure a rattle-proof design both on and off road.
Griffin’s Drift-Prepped NA8
Each part of the kit was conceptualized, prototyped, and test fit on Griffin’s NA. During the prototype phase, Griffin kindly put the Gated Shifter kit through some light drift testing to ensure the shifter would hold up under the subsequent driveline torture of a prepped drift/street car.
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