notchy

British  

/ ˈnɒtʃɪ /

adjective

1. (of a motor vehicle gear mechanism) requiring careful gear-changing, as if having to fit the lever into narrow notches

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Example Sentences

“When terms like ‘notchy,’ ‘stick,’ ‘slip’ or ‘feel’ are used, it does not indicate a meaningful increase in steering effort,” she wrote in an email.

From New York Times

Some of those switches may have a "notchy" or "sticky" feeling because the switch supplier did not evenly apply grease.

From New York Times

The Japanese carmaker stressed that there have not been any accidents or injuries - the problem is the electric window switch which could feel uneven or notchy and could over time stick.

From The Guardian

There's none of the usually notchy feel when the turbocharger cuts in�just a smooth rush of power that brings the 48 up flat and fast.

From Time Magazine Archive

It's not notchy, it shifts with authority, and it's perfectly suited for the track or trail.

From Time Magazine Archive