I shift between 3000 & 4500 for general driving. When im having fun, i shift around 7000. But NEVER higher than 5000 in first. --Thats just me.

 

Now im wondering if I'm shifting too soon. I shift between 2500-3000 because I am trying to conserve my gas. I read on my girl's 2006 RSX manual that "regular" driving or shifting is about 2500 revolutions.

 

3000 is ok, unless you're going up a hill. then you're gonna lug it. these motors like to revved, that's just the way they are. don't be afraid to wind it up if you need some power. one of my buddies pointed out that you have to let the engine get to it's peak efficiency. at the time i was shifting at 2500 cuz i was broke. i started shifting at 3500 or 4000 instead, and my gas mileage improved. go figure, i guess he was right.