How to Drive Stick Shift for Your First Time | ABSOLUTE BASICS

[@justinbuice]

I made a video answering the most common questions that I didn't cover in this video. Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnTKdn6njdJ5d5o

[@ambroseestrada8484]

Justin Buice cleannnn car btw bro

[@jonathanneil9660]

InstaBlaster...

[@seansmile]

wait why am I watching this I already know how to drive manual ? hahah

[@hypergram.]

Sean Smile same

[@wtfhuman9999]

i bet half of the viewers already knew it and just clicked out of curiosity :D

[@seansmile]

FINESSE Haha yep

[@jeebus2121]

Weird, isn't it? I've been driving manuals for 25 years and still watch people's "how to drive a manual" videos.

[@Multydrifter]

I suggest you to use the engine break and downshift to slow down, and don't put it in neutral before stopping, the car acts differently if it's not in gear, good video anyway, even though i didn't liked the way he handled that stick, in europe beginners shift like that

[@aamirhussainquarterback9329]

Time to steal my uncles car

[@corndog4714]

This was probably the best manual vid I found

[@justinbuice]

+Dante Anaya glad i could help!

[@prince_sach50]

true

[@odbg100]

Bless your heart for doing this man. Earned you a sub

[@justinbuice]

+odbg100 Glad I could help!

[@Zaizenk]

Justin Buice I have to relearn manual😂

[@idontneedameme3665]

Krio.q I don’t want be an ass but how do you forget to drive a manual it’s like riding a bike... I think you’re just a bit rusty but you’ll get back in the gist :)

[@swisshy7868]

Overview 1:04 Start Rolling 2:30 Shifting 3:50 Parking 5:34 Reverse 6:20 On the road 7:24 Hill Starts 9:43 Do’s and Don’t Hope I helped :)

[@fredydiaz2996]

It was in the description 😂

[@sambageian]

he posted that in the description and the video intro dickhead

[@jesusbenitez5864]

Thank you kind sir 👍🏽

[@swisshy7868]

@@sambageian did it make you feel better to call me a dickhead?

[@chriscothran130]

@@swisshy7868 I helped thank you 😊

[@justinbuice]

Just to be clear, the method of starting from a stop with no gas is to help you learn and feel the friction point of the clutch. I ALWAYS give my car some gas when I am starting from a stop (mostly because I wouldn't start rolling fast enough for other drivers behind me). Some cars cannot start moving from a stop without giving them some gas or they will stall, however most modern day cars are able to automatically add fuel to compensate for not using the throttle. Again, this technique is for practice only, hope this helps!

[@Paul-nt9fc]

Justin Buice I realize you hold the clutch in a bit everytime you shift as you go to the next gear. is that okay for the clutch?

[@tarandeepsingh740]

Phong Phan don't even think to shift gears without engaging the clutch else you'll be ruining your gearbox

[@marcmora668]

Justin Buice is it good to down shift

[@stillnottellingyoumyname8193]

Marc Beyer You can do whatever you want. When i first started driving stick I I downshifted but now I just stick it in neutral and coast myself to a stop. But I feel like coasting to a stop is a bit more advanced. Yes it's fine to downshift I just like to use my clutch as little as possible

[@jayyyceee8403]

imnottellingyoumyname fuckoff If anything coasting is probably easier since it's now just you and the brake

[@-Wreckanize-]

That heavyweight lifter vs marathon runner analogy was the best I’ve heard describing a manual transmission.

[@ShiftedPerspective]

you shift at 2,500 RPM...I choose to shift at 8,400 :-)

[@justinbuice]

That's why you get 7 mpg :D

[@jorgeg6293]

Justin Buice great video but what do you prefer doing at a stop sign switch to nuetral or first gear

[@NoHaBi02]

Jorge Gomez I'm pretty sure he does neutral because I think I saw him put it in neutral at one of the stop signs in this vid

[@Lodgiisniper]

Brandon B mines 6 but only cause it reds at 7

[@wango8868]

I feel sorry for whoever buys your broken and ragged car next then

[@fullthrottleclub4026]

Literally one of the best how to vids for learning stick. Great job man.

[@justinbuice]

Thank you!

[@daker412]

“Until the moment your ready to pull out” man that’s been a hard one for me 🤧😂

[@sebastianparedes3236]

Anyone else already know how to drive stick and is still watching this video?😂

[@hypergram.]

Can you do an advanced version, like rev matching and throttle blips. I can drive a manual well, but want to learn some extra stuff. Thanks!!!

[@HussienA]

Hunter Edwards second that 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ryanhanlon9238]

Hussien A. 3rd that

[@roblesinline6642]

Hunter Edwards I wonder if he even knows how to do that

[@ericvlasov1815]

it comes naturally, believe me. just need to practice a little and of course read up a tad on the subject just get the general idea.

[@elmaz8503]

That stuff is totally unnecessary and is not good for the car

[@clevelandesign40]

Hey Justin, Thanks a bunch for putting this manual shifting video together. I am currently teaching my fiance how to drive a stick and she is doing well...so I can now have her open up your video to assist her in between teachings, so thanks again. I too am a BMW driver, I've had two BMW's the E39 triptronic and now the Manual trans / E60 550i . Keep the videos coming

[@riverkelly7747]

This was actually a great tutorial because now A. I know how to drive stick. B. You aren't cringey.

[@iforgothisname2564]

I already know how to drive manual but watching videos like this gives me more confidence for when I go for my learners.

[@nctrnl.]

Out of all stick shift tutorials, I find this one the most helpful

[@justinbuice]

Glad i could help!

[@phillipramos7025]

Just purchased my first car which is standard, out of all the “how to drive standard videos” I ’ve watched on KZbin this is definitely the best one !!! great video brother!!!!

[@justinbuice]

Glad I could help :)

[@geocarrion9481]

This video was so helpful 👍🏼

[@justinbuice]

Glad I could help!

[@glookszoink1656]

@@justinbuice Late reply but damn this video helped me so much. I watched all these other how-to videos but they always spend one hour talking about getting comfortable sitting down, like bruh. Your video was the best one I've seen. Thanks for that.

[@justintrinchini3371]

I'm just now learning how to drive a manual. My dad's driven stick shift his whole life and he's now teaching me. The way he learned was to put it in reverse and go uphill to get a feel for when the clutch grabs, I'm learning the same method.

[@justintrinchini3371]

My dad had me come to a rolling stop in the hill then slowly release the clutch. Yes, I did dump the clutch and stall it. Yes, I did get somewhat frustrated. Yes, I did manage to grind the reverse gear a small bit (sometimes, you gotta grind em to find em). And finally, yes, I did have the glorious moment where I absolutely nailed it. It's all a matter of trial and error.

[@sheldonxwilliams]

You make this soooo simple that now I want to purchase a bmw in manual.

[@NexusProxy]

Dang, this video was actually really simple, I agree with you, I've been watching videos on how to drive manual, and this one has definitely been the best one

[@NourHummadi]

second like big boy :)

[@kobyhughes8869]

The table of contents is very helpful🤘🏼

[@S50Xavier]

Just got an E30 and this helped a lot

[@srosemu]

Moved to Europe and no one here drives automatic so I´m going for my first manual driving lesson now. I´m terrified but thanks for the great video. It helped calm my nerves!

[@justinbuice]

+Sarah Rose glad I could help!

[@kassipayette8524]

this was truly the most helpful video in the world. thank you, my man. kudos!

[@RobbybKilber]

Another great video! Never disappointed!

[@justinbuice]

+Robby Kilber thank you!

[@raptorjesus8662]

Thank you sooo much all these other videos make it sound really complicated

[@Rum_4_gutz]

Makes me feel so comfortable

[@vag4lvevo22]

I really enjoyed your video. You explained things easier and clearly than other videos.

[@FrownyMascot]

Damn Daniel, back at it when those white Busenitz 🔥

[@SithTheFavourite2]

Can you show us some tips and tricks? like board controls hidden features etc.

[@OmebGaming]

10:18 No way a BMW has indicators!

[@Technerd96]

Generally manual I think should be a recommendation for everyone, it’s a really fun way to drive. I’ve driven several manual transmission vehicles and it’s very fun to learn and is super easy once you get the hang of it. The only reason I don’t own one is because of the amount of traffic that is in my city.

[@Empty1x]

I know this is really late but what city was it with all the traffic cause i just bought a manual E46 and plan on moving to DFW

[@ZambonieDude]

Would've been nice to have a nice to have a camera on the gauges but good video for what it is, the point gets across very well.

[@Carnage2ez]

Your vids are clutch bro thanks for helping me with my beemer 👍🏽

[@JavadGul]

Still waiting for the BMW Carly video that you promised...!!!

[@justinbuice]

+Javad Gul I havent forgot! Soon! 😇

[@HenkkaWRC]

It's weird to me that some people can't drive manual transmission cars. In Finland even 12 year old kids drift old manual Volvos in winter. :D

[@mosasako4679]

HenkkaWRC its america

[@micharel937]

Mosa Sakö America it's a continent you dumb

[@ezeo.7315]

Fernando Queme America is a country not continent

[@loganblackGT]

put it in 5th gear and get up to like 80 and SLAM!! That fucker in R or Race mode 😂

[@speedshift1014]

If you keep the car parked with only the transmission it can eventually damage the gears of the car so always use the E-brake. Both is fine, just the brake is also fine, but not just the gears. (Unless you want to pay for the damage)

[@kauzimusic]

this helps so much 😭, thanks!!!

[@Pivotal_Moment]

Enjoyed watching this. It's videos like these I appreciate--no over-the-top gimmicky nonsense. The outtakes are a nice touch too. But gotta admit guilt, if my hand isn't on the shifter, it doesn't feel like I'm driving (even in automatics) 🤣

[@vyrin]

Me dad lets me drive his e36 in some empty parking lots sometimes to help me learn because I want a standard for my first car and this video is cool just seeing different opinions and feels compared to you and my dad, great vid! I'm 14 btw

[@idontneedameme3665]

Kristofer I-S same with me but with my sister's Holden barina RS but it's still a pretty damn fun car

[@alejandravaldez1108]

This actually helps me out a lot 👍🏼 thanks

[@dashaunhawkins8180]

extremely helpful bro thanx for your patience

[@justinbuice]

+Dashaun Hawkins no problem!

[@CalebCissna]

Overview - 1:04 Start Rolling - 2:30 Shifting - 3:50 Parking - 5:34 Reverse - 6:20 On the Road - 7:24 Hill Starts - 9:43 Don’t Do’s - 10:40

[@jeanwondrs]

This was SUUUUPER helpful

[@shameer343]

you missed some info there buddy. you are driving a bmw. not everyone will have a features filled car. yours have a hill assist so when you release clutch your car will move. its called creap feature in my country car manuals. its basically the hill assist function. cars without this function like cheaper and older cars will just stall out. you need to press gas to get the car rolling on such cars. just some constructive criticism...

[@williegarrett8313]

shameer to add' There are a lot of things that he missed. For instance, you have to learn the engagement point of the car. Each car will be different, even if they are the same make and model. You also need to learn about free play in a clutch. Every clutch will not engage at the top, and some of them will engage midway, so learning the car is a big deal. Another thing is making sure that you have the right gear to match the speed, even though passenger car transmissions are synchronized, you still need to match the speed with the appropriate gear. Once you learn your car, you can also do progressive shifting ( also known as skipping gears) to help reduce clutch wear and fuel consumption, when applicable. Another thing that I seen him do is coast sometimes in neutral. As for a person that has several years of experience behind the wheel, you should never coast. Always keep the vehicle in gear. It can help with traction in the event of an emergency. Just wanted to point out a few things.

[@Akirsch16]

Willie Garrett ok why don't you make the fucking video next time

[@YLWO]

i just found your channel on your car cleaning vid, love the content man definitely a sub now :)

[@OBEYCorruptFoxx]

Definitely feel more comfortable now, now gotta go ask a mate to let me borrow their car

[@Cruor]

"BMW turn signal action" lmfao Great video btw

[@Spainky_]

So at 8:37 you push down the brake but not the clutch. I've always been told that you need to have the clutch engaged when braking, or is that just when you're coming to a stop and you're gonna need the clutch to start going again? Also great video and it helps give me some confidence in the manual car I'm about to buy.

[@noahcomply]

You explain like a boss

[@justinbuice]

😎

[@justinbuice]

😎

[@whitneenichole2583]

This was very helpful!! Thank you!

[@justinbuice]

+Whitnee Nichole glad I could help!

[@Johnny8bp]

I have a question, so when you for example are in 3rd gear and getting to a turn are you supposed to down shift ? Or can you just brake when doing the turn in 3rd gear? If that makes sense.

[@nickihuevos221]

Hey Justin love the content been a subscriber for a while now Never asked but what editing software do you use? Love the style aesthetic

[@justinbuice]

Adobe Premiere PRo and Adobe After Effects

[@richardsonsuniga1317]

Hi Justin, i have the X3 F25 2014, can you share a video showing how to fix the yellow light angel eye? Thanks

[@JesusGonzalez-ot7zh]

Your Awesome justin thanks!!!!

[@DjEMInOfficial]

Hey man, I feel like my e90 clutch bitting point is relatively high, bmw technichian says its normal. i also feel like 1st to 2nd gear is sometimes problematic with judders when i come off the clutch, any suggestions?

[@Miss21Awesome]

thanks man I had no idea.

[@huh01]

Thanks for making this vid I'm only a 13 year old boy and planning to purchase my first car when im 15 and it will be a 1999 bmw manuel 5 speed.

[@gavinendsley]

i know how to drive stick but i still watched this for the bmw

[@BadWolf507]

It seen easy driving a manual on a newer car but try learning on a old car like from the 90s if you don't give it some gas you will stall right away

[@michealjordan7424]

Johnny Montana mine is from 1988 with 24 horsepower from factory prolly has 20 or less now and i can move wiyh clutch n not stall

[@ChrisRestores]

Micheal Jordan what car?

[@michealjordan7424]

Chrispy Customs fiat 126

[@ChrisRestores]

Micheal Jordan aw, so cute :3

[@michealjordan7424]

Chrispy Customs lmao ya it a funny car its 100x funnier since im in america not in europe so people here have never seen the car

[@itsgilrage5462]

Thank you it really helps

[@muady13]

amazing video dude thanks

[@kamryn4049]

very helpful great job

[@nasdaqua]

EXCELLENT VIDEO..CLEAR AND CONCISE...THANKS FOR POSTING.

[@shanesilva86]

Best instructional video

[@justinbuice]

Thanks!

[@imSizzuhL]

Great video bro 👍🏻

[@h8ingyou149]

Now this is a guy who just earned my sub! All other people who try to explain it talk too much, and give complicated and long winded details of how it works instead of just showing how to do it.

[@justinuzui]

this was the most easiest one

[@terrelloneil6275]

Thanks Kevin Love ‼️😛

[@thesoundofthewhales]

It's quite interesting how in the US many ppl don't know how to drive manual cars and here, in Europe, manual cars are more common than automatic cars. I think I drove 3 or 4 times an automatic car and it was such a boring experience lol Anyway, you've done a good job, very helpful for ppl who want to learn how to do it! Cheers Justin!

[@justinbuice]

Manual cars are pretty rare here and are mostly owned by car enthusiast. I live in the Detroit area where the majority of cars are American brands where manual transmissions aren't even an option.

[@thesoundofthewhales]

Justin Buice Really? then your BMW must be such an exotic car around there lol I live in the south of UK, here is mainly about BMW, Audi and Mercedes. Pretty boring! I have a BMW myself and I see everyday so many ppl with the same car as me lol

[@RichNFamos]

Thank you so much

[@mikeb9259]

Thank you

[@yellowmalice3036]

Wow, this is undoubtedly the most simplistic and concise "manual how-to" video I've seen thus far (and done in my dream car, the 3 series at that). Very well done Justin. 👌👍

[@sukilove8591]

this video is very informative! thank you for this! my first car is actually manual so this video really helps! nice bmw btw!! 🤍

[@B3Band]

People don't drive manuals for the same reason people don't grow their own food. Yeah, it's better. Yeah, it's more engaging. Yeah, you'll know exactly what's in all of your meals. But like, who cares? I just want to eat. Same thing. Like, who cares? I just want to get to work. That said, I'm starting to learn manual so I can get the convertible I want.

[@vdglife]

At the beginning you showed to start learning first gear without using the gas petal. That only works on vehicles with Hill assist. Manual vehicles without hill assist will just shut off if you don't add a bit of gas. A lot of modern vehicles come with hill assist but in the event someone purchases an older vehicle it is best to inform them of this issue. As always great video. You should have another video showing tricks with Manual vehicles. Like how to do a rolling start in case your starter is not working.

[@shameer343]

Victor Gonzalez exactly what i noted right of the start.

[@justinbuice]

Good point! I pinned a note to the top of the comments addressing this. I'm pretty sure my xB would have stalled immediately, only having 108 hp :D

[@claytonkucik1520]

If you have a lighter car like mine, a '02 VW Beetle (that doesn't have hill assist), you can actually get the car rolling without using any gas. I'm sure you're right about heavier vehicles though.

[@adrianborinsky2989]

Pretty much all stick shifts that I tried roll on their own if you keep the engagement point correctly. Including my MK4 03 Jetta (130hp 2,0L) without hill assist, or even my old shitty toyota echo 2001, can't speak for others cars though, but that's my experience

[@crazyrocky07]

Yea same that's why I was so confused that it didn't shut off as soon a he let go of the clutch lol

[@CiprianGombar]

Really helpful video.

[@justinbuice]

+Azmakah thanks!

[@jaysewradj6791]

When you let out the clutch, you need to hold it for like 2,3 secs or else the car will go out

[@JupiterMan12.000]

I Shift into the Next Gear like this With a 6 Speed 1st Gear 0-20MPH 2nd Gear 20-30 MPH 3rd Gear 30-40 MPH 4th Gear 40-50 MPH 5th Gear 50-60 MPH 6th Gear +60MPH Each Car is Equipped with a Differrent Transmission. And Depending what Enviorment your in You may Use Higher Gears to Save Fuel Lower Gears to Pick Up Speed or get up Hills.

[@dmvrides7828]

Great channel man. You seem to be a real genuine and humble guy. You definitely earned a sub from me. Keep it up!

[@RoseTheOne64]

thank u for teaching me cuz i didnt know shit lol now i can practice and surprise my boyfriend lol

[@albear972]

Cool vid young dude! I'm embarrassed as all hell being close to a half century old and have never driven one of those cars. Been driving since 13 albeit, with the more common cars here in the US. Maybe I'll try by renting a car for a weekend, with your tips. The bad thing about manual transmission cars is that you can't eat a hamburger driving while making a turn! 😉 Man, I have cruised nonstop by myself from Albuquerque to LA for 11+ hours nonstop. (except for filling up the car) Now that's a road trip.

[@amadeusa.4907]

This guy is the GOAT of explaining in all his videos. Especially this one🐐🏆

[@justinbuice]

Thanks!

[@jmshkm]

I’m about to drive my dads manual Subaru for the first time today because he’s giving it to me when I get my license! Wish me luck!!

[@shauncampbell969]

Hi Justin. Ok so I'm gonna have some questions. The comments section might come up with new paragraphs. Oops Coming off of the clutch the car usually shakes and then stalls. This is based on a Ford Festiva ( In France) ( not Festa ) the shifter was real long like an 18 wheeler truck. The I'd hit the gas and car would peel out. Reverse looks ok. I'm just surprised that I don't have to rev, the car to get into first When shifting up are lights on the speedometer that light up when ur supposed to shift? Shifting up you take ur foot off the gas? And shift, ok so alternate footings, got it. So you can take ur foot off the gas and put it on the brake without clutching? Odd that's not what I did in France Down shifting u didn't double" Blip" the gas. Hill I had to hold the hand brake rev the engine so it would roll backwards, then put it into first hit the gas and then into 2nd. The Dead pedal has to do with Holloween? Lol Ok J, I'll keep looking at the video. I don't have a car practice on buy I think I got it. Great instructional !! Shaun of NYC

[@LearningLearningKids]

You're a really good teacher, great video! I've been wanting to learn how to drive manual but haven't had the chance.

[@shauncampbell969]

Hi Justin. I first drove a stick, in a Parisian Hertz, garage , round and around, then out in the highway. I was quaking in my boots. The French are horrible drivers. Shaun

[@Vincetagram]

lol every tutorial on youtube never helped me, my grandma gave me her 94 mustang gt which is my furst car, i drove it for the first time yesterday and i tried easing off the clutch and it stalled, if i pushed down and released fast it always shifted smoothly at any speed

[@kaylacosy]

THANK YOU

[@justinbuice]

glad I could help

[@rnjvisionfx]

clutch on a BMW like his car is very very very very forgiving, thats why he eased off the clutch with barely any gas. yes he is right, but you need to add gas as you ease off the clutch.

[@hypergram.]

Another tip for starting on the hill is using the handbrake (not the switch). When starting, release the handbrake as u let off the clutch along with gas on the right foot which is free from the foot brake.

[@hypergram.]

TheOGkillabee 👍

[@khaledalchami2812]

thanks bro

[@midnightdarkchocolate]

Had to get first. being a O.G fan so these new kids don't get to cocky

[@justinbuice]

[@slammedb18a1]

Been driving standards my whole life was dropped in a parking lot with an over the Chevy cavalier z24 and told to bring him his car home lol trying to teach my girl how to drive stick but she's been struggling and I don't think I'm the greatest teacher so I'm going to show her your video and pray she understands! Thanks

[@alexhaggar2657]

When you drive the exact same car ( year and model) and it's a manual as well hahahaha

[@anthonyhertzke2426]

Very helpful vid