Strongly considering buying a WQ XR4. What do I need to know?

[cnwerb]

So I've actually purchased my xr4, a few weeks ago now. It feels pretty good, and I'm enjoying it. The only thing that really really bugs me is the ridiculously short 1st gear. I only ever stay in first gear for probably about a second or less! I've resorted to either taking off in 2nd or skipping 2nd and going 1st to 3rd, which makes it slightly more enjoyable to drive