How to shift from 1st to 2nd quickly and smoothly

tmick5jr · 03-20-2021, 12:41 AM

Put some resistance on the shifter as if you're pulling it out of first and into second. As you apply resistant to the gear shift, press the cutch in and the car will shift much more smooth. You can do it for all gears and it will feel way better and faster

6speed_M2 · 03-20-2021, 02:07 AM

If the car is warm vs cold makes a huge difference. Also whether or not traction is on/off. I think with it being on can help, but I prefer it off since I've been driving the M2 & 135i manuals for over 80k miles now. I am used to it at this point.

I like to get the RPM's around 3k, maybe a tiny bit above 3 (give or take). That usually helps me have enough time to get a smooth shift. Easy does it!

Will0Z · 03-20-2021, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by tmick5jr

Put some resistance on the shifter as if you're pulling it out of first and into second. As you apply resistant to the gear shift, press the cutch in and the car will shift much more smooth. You can do it for all gears and it will feel way better and faster

Great advice! Definitely will try this out. Do you mind briefly share about the mechanical logic behind that putting a bit proactive force/resistance on the knob before each shifting? I think that might benefit broader audience here. Thank you!

Will0Z · 03-20-2021, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 6speed_M2

If the car is warm vs cold makes a huge difference. Also whether or not traction is on/off. I think with it being on can help, but I prefer it off since I've been driving the M2 & 135i manuals for over 80k miles now. I am used to it at this point.

I like to get the RPM's around 3k, maybe a tiny bit above 3 (give or take). That usually helps me have enough time to get a smooth shift. Easy does it!

Great point to differentiate the driving situation!

6speed_M2 · 03-20-2021, 09:10 PM

@Will0Z as far as the A/C being on I would try driving with it in sport mode. In any case try out every possibility! Sport + tends to be annoying at times off of a dead stop as well.

Will0Z · 03-21-2021, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 6speed_M2

@Will0Z as far as the A/C being on I would try driving with it in sport mode. In any case try out every possibility! Sport + tends to be annoying at times off of a dead stop as well.

Great advice!

MMMBRAP · 03-22-2021, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Al Bundy's Dodge

A smooth 1-2 shift has never occurred in any bmw, ever. Those that claim they have achieved it are liars. Start the car in 2nd and lay into the throttle to avoid continued embarrassment.

Agreed. Didn't happen in my 1995 E34 540i 6MT, and annoyingly, still doesn't happen in my M2C.

An ND MX-5 or 911 6MT, in comparison, are far superior MT units and shift far better.

3-4 is nice though.

AndrewC1989 · 03-22-2021, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by boss2k

CDV is the culprit for having a rough 1-2 shift in a BMW during spirited driving, regular driving under lower rpms is fine

CDV mod definitely helped

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...r/21526785964/

tmick5jr · 03-24-2021, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Will0Z

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Originally Posted by tmick5jr

Put some resistance on the shifter as if you're pulling it out of first and into second. As you apply resistant to the gear shift, press the cutch in and the car will shift much more smooth. You can do it for all gears and it will feel way better and faster

Great advice! Definitely will try this out. Do you mind briefly share about the mechanical logic behind that putting a bit proactive force/resistance on the knob before each shifting? I think that might benefit broader audience here. Thank you!

I truly don't know the logic but the car shifts 10x smoother without a doubt

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6speed_M2 Captain 3634 Rep 875 Posts Drives: ///M2 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: California iTrader: (0) Garage List ///M2 Performance ... [9.17]	If the car is warm vs cold makes a huge difference. Also whether or not traction is on/off. I think with it being on can help, but I prefer it off since I've been driving the M2 & 135i manuals for over 80k miles now. I am used to it at this point. I like to get the RPM's around 3k, maybe a tiny bit above 3 (give or take). That usually helps me have enough time to get a smooth shift. Easy does it! __________________ N54 135i 6MT (FBO, JB4 reflash, E30) sold E90 M3 DCT (FBO, tuned) sold Current: Performance Edition M2 6MT (FBO, ethanol tuned by Bend Calibration/Ecutek)
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6speed_M2 Captain 3634 Rep 875 Posts Drives: ///M2 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: California iTrader: (0) Garage List ///M2 Performance ... [9.17]	@Will0Z as far as the A/C being on I would try driving with it in sport mode. In any case try out every possibility! Sport + tends to be annoying at times off of a dead stop as well. __________________ N54 135i 6MT (FBO, JB4 reflash, E30) sold E90 M3 DCT (FBO, tuned) sold Current: Performance Edition M2 6MT (FBO, ethanol tuned by Bend Calibration/Ecutek)
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