Thinking of getting the Mugen quick shifter but it looks like the one already installed on my 09 Sport.
Any different than the one equipped on the Sport?

 

Personally, I cannot see any advantage of changing the shifter in an AT other than for esthetics. Obviously it's different if you had a MT but for an AT.....nah. YMMV

 

Might have to clarify this...

ITs the Mugen quick shifter (mechanism) that I'm referring to.

does it really shift better? drive better?


heres a pic of what I'm talking about

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2009-2010-2011-Honda-Fit-New-MUGEN-Quick-Shifter-OEM-/251345155088?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a8556b410

 

Yes it is different. The length of the arm below the pivot point is the difference and you can't really see that in the photos.

But for a much cheaper alternative the Skunk2 short throw adapters work exactly the same and are much cheaper. I have had it in mine for over 7 years and still working fine

 

to be fair, the skunk2 kit will shorten the throw but not feature increased return spring stiffness nor do I think it will shorten side to side throw, just front to back.

 

*Update*
So I got this and

This Mugen shifter is great!
Super easy to install and soooo worth it.
Quicker response and its taking just a lil getting used to.
Much better response in using the MT, more fun to drive.

its making me feel like I have to update my MT driving skills

 

that's great to hear. i'm still debating which short shifter to get. I think i'd prefer the mugen, or it's knockoff, the revo over the skunk2 or h-fit kits. already ordered the circuit hero shift extender since the stock knob sits a bit low for me as it is.

 

Whats a good price for the Mugen? obviously retail cost is never worth paying.

 

i don't know but the revo is around 80+shipping on ebay.

 

The Mugen Short Shifter is an awesome Addition.
Definitely can feel the difference.



I got mine used for $100 shipped.
It was months old. Prev owner had it for about 3 months he said. Looked new.
I saw on FaceBook Group "Socal Fitted" that someone was selling one.

 

It DOES feel better. Shifting is way more fun! I added the optional armrest with the slider as well (got rid of the crappy basic one) and both work well together

I was apprehensive at first cause both the stock and the Mugen looked exactly the same when I went to install.
but after that initial test drive I haven't looked back.


Worth every penny.