IMO, If it's binding it's probably due to incorrect adjustment, trashed shift rod bushing, lack of lubrication, or just plain loaded with road dirt. Most of those issues can also happen to most any shifter mechanism.
Lol, I remember the issue I had when I first started using a V-gate was coming to a stop and trying to start out in 3rd. Like most things, once you are used to 'em they are no longer a problem.
