A subtle change in shifting technique can make a big difference...
I've noticed that I if I shift by pushing the gear shift all the way against its gate (for example when i'm shifting from neutral into first and have to move it to the left), its kind of notchy and rough. If i'm slightly more gentle and almost let the shifter do the work it feels like butter. Same thing goes for all the gears. If you try to hard or you're hamfisted, it will feel notchy. I actually kind of like this-- it adds another dimension to the whole experience and its a great feeling when you know've done it correctly and the shifter just slides into gear with a satisfying smooth mechanical feel.
I've noticed that I if I shift by pushing the gear shift all the way against its gate (for example when i'm shifting from neutral into first and have to move it to the left), its kind of notchy and rough. If i'm slightly more gentle and almost let the shifter do the work it feels like butter. Same thing goes for all the gears. If you try to hard or you're hamfisted, it will feel notchy. I actually kind of like this-- it adds another dimension to the whole experience and its a great feeling when you know've done it correctly and the shifter just slides into gear with a satisfying smooth mechanical feel.
