Tim wrote:
I run through town in 3rd on my Guzzi. Get it out on the road and a lot of times I'll do the 1-3-5 Dom a dead stop. Lugging isn't good. I agree


The last car we had with a manual tranny was light and strong so
starting in 2nd was the norm on a flat surface. From there, 4th to 6th
was fine when running up to speed.