I had the same problem and took it to a mechanic. From what I could tell it was a simple part replacement, a small part. I can not remember the exact name of it however, but i am sure it was a berring. It was a cheap part. The labour cost me $300 dollars though. Be sure to check your clutch fluid- if it is too low or has droped too low then you added more (air in lines) you wont get any gears either.
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See the youtube video on gear shifter linkage failure...
Mazda 626 does have reverse if its a 5 speed standard H shift then it is 6th gear.
whats wrong if my car wont shift to the next gear automaticly when its driving
in front of the gear shift
What is the bulb sizes
Your Yamaha Bruin may not shift out of low gear because something may be wrong with the gear box, so you should have it checked.
it maybe the alternator... warranty will cover you
just above gear shift on passenger side
The shift gate or the synchronizers can be worn. Also the clutch can need adjustment if possible.
To fix a gear shift light, the first thing that needs to be done is checking the fuse box to make sure that all fuses are intact. The reason you would fix a gear shift light is, so you know what gear you are in. Driving in the wrong gear can cause transmission problems.
footbrake deactivation switch