Short shift kit by Forge Motorsport

skydude · Mar 22, 2024

When looking at the shift linkage on the Emira it looked exactly like the linkage on my GR Corolla. So I bit the bullet and got the Forge Motorsport short shift kit . It arrived today and I was able to install it with one hand, in about 15 minutes. Only removed the trim piece closest to the trunk. Nothing else. Here is a link to the item:

Short Shifter for Toyota Yaris/Corolla GR

The Toyota Yaris GR is a fabulous sporty hot hatch but there are still areas that can be improved upon. The gear shift is just one of...

www.forgemotorsport.com

It's adjustable, I set it to the middle position. Nice short, firm shifts and only $85.

SirSoysauce · Mar 22, 2024

skydude said:
When looking at the shift linkage on the Emira it looked exactly like the linkage on my GR Corolla. So I bit the bullet and got the Forge Motorsport short shift kit . It arrived today and I was able to install it with one hand, in about 15 minutes. Only removed the trim piece closest to the trunk. Nothing else. Here is a link to the item:

Short Shifter for Toyota Yaris/Corolla GR
The Toyota Yaris GR is a fabulous sporty hot hatch but there are still areas that can be improved upon. The gear shift is just one of...

www.forgemotorsport.com

It's adjustable, I set it to the middle position. Nice short, firm shifts and only $85.

Do you have any before and after videos for comparison?

skydude · Mar 22, 2024

SirSoysauce said:
Do you have any before and after videos for comparison?

I don't but I can take a video of after in a bit.

Porter · Mar 22, 2024

This is very cool.

Eagle7 · Mar 22, 2024

Did you try different positions for the setting before deciding you liked the middle setting best?

skydude · Mar 22, 2024

Eagle7 said:
Did you try different positions for the setting before deciding you liked the middle setting best?

On my Corolla, yes. Shortest setting was too much, shifting was a little strained. Longest setting was also nice and short, but the middle was the sweet spot.

K_Squared · Mar 22, 2024

skydude said:
When looking at the shift linkage on the Emira it looked exactly like the linkage on my GR Corolla. So I bit the bullet and got the Forge Motorsport short shift kit . It arrived today and I was able to install it with one hand, in about 15 minutes. Only removed the trim piece closest to the trunk. Nothing else. Here is a link to the item:

Short Shifter for Toyota Yaris/Corolla GR
The Toyota Yaris GR is a fabulous sporty hot hatch but there are still areas that can be improved upon. The gear shift is just one of...

www.forgemotorsport.com

It's adjustable, I set it to the middle position. Nice short, firm shifts and only $85.

Thanks for sharing this. As I've started to drive it a bit harder after completing the break-in miles, I've found that shifting into 2nd when revving out 1st almost to redline can be a bit slow/clunky. This was described in some YouTube videos, especially the Hagerty drag race video where they specifically call out the grindy/slow transition into 2nd on the Aisin tranny.

All that being said, have you tested this or noticed that this helps you shift more smoothly, in particular, from 1st > 2nd?

Thanks again!

skydude · Mar 23, 2024

K_Squared said:
Thanks for sharing this. As I've started to drive it a bit harder after completing the break-in miles, I've found that shifting into 2nd when revving out 1st almost to redline can be a bit slow/clunky. This was described in some YouTube videos, especially the Hagerty drag race video where they specifically call out the grindy/slow transition into 2nd on the Aisin tranny.

All that being said, have you tested this or noticed that this helps you shift more smoothly, in particular, from 1st > 2nd?

Thanks again!

I've only done 110 miles so far so cannot tell. Since the shift is now faster, I would not say that it is smoother. But in practicing heel-toe downshifts it is definitely easier to rev match and release the clutch sooner .

Stiffarm · Mar 23, 2024

skydude said:
I've only done 110 miles so far so cannot tell. Since the shift is now faster, I would not say that it is smoother. But in practicing heel-toe downshifts it is definitely easier to rev match and release the clutch sooner .

Good to know, and thanks for the heads up and future video or DIY instructions if available. I ordered a kit myself yesterday.

MIGZ · Mar 24, 2024

Once folks have installed this would love to hear feedback.

skydude · Mar 24, 2024

Stiffarm said:
Good to know, and thanks for the heads up and future video or DIY instructions if available. I ordered a kit myself yesterday.

Instructions would be pretty much the same as for the Corolla. Instead of removing the air box, you unclip the trim piece closest to the trunk. Then simply reach through the pipes. Easier when the car is cold.

luciddaydream · Mar 24, 2024

Can you post a pic of it?

skydude · Mar 25, 2024

luciddaydream said:
Can you post a pic of it?

Doesn't look great as it is difficult to see.

benjh1028 · Mar 25, 2024

Aerie said:
We offer a high-quality short shifter that is compatible with the Emira, Evora, and Exige models. This short shifter provides a 30% shifting up capability, resulting in improved performance. Over the past three years, we have sold 300 units of this short shifter and have received excellent reviews from our customers. Feel free to check out our product for your reference."

Short Shift Adaptor for Emira, Evora & Exige

For Lotus owners looking to upgrade their driving experience, we have good stock of the Aerie Performance short shift adaptors available for dispatch on the same working day with worldwide shipping. This ensures a seamless and timely upgrade process, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of a more...

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No problem with you guys providing details on your product as we all appreciate options and welcome your support of the Lotus community, but I do feel your reply is out of place and honestly hijacks the OPs original post and intent. Maybe a separate post?

Aerie · Mar 25, 2024

benjh1028 said:
No problem with you guys providing details on your product as we all appreciate options and welcome your support of the Lotus community, but I do feel your reply is out of place and honestly hijacks the OPs original post and intent. Maybe a separate post?

we just want to let the community know we have this kit are not trying hijack , sorry for this

Porter · Mar 25, 2024

I can vouch for the insanely high physical build quality of Forge Motorsport products. I was a dealer for them almost 20 years ago when I managed an automotive performance company, and we literally never had a single problem with any product from Forge that we ever installed on a customer vehicle. Excellent stuff built by picky engineers.

Aerie · Mar 25, 2024

benjh1028 said:
No problem with you guys providing details on your product as we all appreciate options and welcome your support of the Lotus community, but I do feel your reply is out of place and honestly hijacks the OPs original post and intent. Maybe a separate post?

The post had deleted

finny76 · Mar 25, 2024

Pic after installation?

Porter · Mar 25, 2024

finny76 said:
Pic after installation?

You missed it above, post # 13.