I use a x52, has a rotary/button on the index finger Left hand. Unshifted to go through pylons, shifted to switch IR-SAHR. I know it doesn't solve your super reality bitching, but I guess it doess the job very well and I am sure if my old x52 can do it newers can do it better.
To go back on topic, I really see a very well done and almost finished model no major bugs or something that can keep a pilot who loves these kind of ac's away. The module delivers.
So far my biggest complain, as I like playing more SP and Campaign missions is having more options on the comms menu for the flights the player commands. Line jettison tanks or specific weapon, Fence ion & out, WP steering and situation call and more I can't really recall.