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Old 10-08-2015, 07:57 PM   #2
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Originally Posted by kEnYUnoT View Post
I've racked up about 1000 miles and I'm fairly good at driving but I have a few questions:
1. In first gear, is it normal for it to be a little jerky when you let off the gas?
2. I've noticed all my passengers jolt forward right when I let off the gas to shift gears, how do I prevent this?
1. Yes, that's called engine braking. It's more pronounced in lower gears. You can alleviate the issue by either (a) letting off the gas more slowly; or (b) just don't do that in first.

2. Just ease the transition a bit more. What's happening is you go from x% throttle to 0% instantly as soon as you press the clutch. So ease off the gas a bit first before you clutch in.
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