Shifting and rpm

[///Marshall]

Sifting through the last several months of posts I wasn't able
to find anything on this subject. Forgive me if it's already been
addressed.

After about a week of driving (plus one week of being out of town and
dreaming of driving) I was curious about what rpm range most
people do their shifting in. Coming from an automatic and over a
decade removed from a manual I've found myself usually looking
for the paddle around 4500 rpm for 1st - 3rd gears (keep in mind
I'm still at the beginning stages of breakin).

I believe the manual says that the HUD flashes during optimal
shifting times but of course I haven't seen this yet and I'm assuming
this is during intense sport driving (i.e. SL55 AMG in the rear view).
I can't imagine driving this way all the time.

So for those who have been driving the M6/M5 for a while, where's
the magic zone for this shark/beast. I know that the mileage varies
from driver to driver, but I'm curious.

[mjoe]

After breakin I like to downshift as follows: 50 mph or less 2nd, 50 - 80 mph 3rd (third goes to about 100mph), above 85mph 4th. Need those revs. After downshifting, keep the right foot planted and use s5 or s6 and enjoy the ride.

[///Marshall]

Thanks for the insight mjoe. This is the kind of information I was looking
for. Now if only I can survive the breakin procedure!