Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[001] Present invention relates to an adjustable gear shift assembly of a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to the adjustable gear shift assembly for an adjustable footrest of a two-wheeled vehicle.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[002] Saddle type vehicles such as two-wheeled vehicles, are typically manufactured keeping in mind a rider with generic physiological dimensions. Accordingly, position of components such as a footrest and a gear shift pedal in the saddle type vehicle are considered based on the generic rider. However, the saddle type vehicle is typically used by the rider of varying physiological dimensions. Thus, the rider may be uncomfortable in riding such saddle type vehicles. Moreover, due to fixed positions of components in the saddle type vehicles, a riding posture and/or a riding position of the rider may also be fixed. As such, the riding posture and/or the riding positions may not be optimized for different riding conditions such as a city riding condition, an off-road riding condition and a cruise riding condition.
[003] Further, due to fixed positions of the gear shift pedal and the foot rest, the rider is required to maintain the position of the foot for a longer duration of time, which is unergonomic. Also, unergonomic placement of the foot may consequently impede ability of the rider to ride the vehicle, which is undesirable.
[004] Thus, there is a need for an adjustable gear shift assembly which addresses at least one or more aforementioned problems.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[005] In one aspect of the invention, an adjustable gear shift assembly of a vehicle is disclosed. The adjustable gear shift assembly comprises a gear shift pedal mounted to an adjustable footrest arm. The gear shift pedal is operable between a first position and a second position corresponding to actuation of the adjustable footrest arm. The adjustable gear shift assembly comprises a first lever mounted to the adjustable footrest arm. The first lever is coupled with the gear shift pedal. The first lever is configured to be actuated upon operation of the gear shift pedal. The adjustable gear shift assembly comprises a second lever mounted on a support bracket of the vehicle. The second lever is coupled to the first lever and to a gear shift shaft of a gearbox of the vehicle. The second lever is adapted to operate the gear shift shaft for enabling shifting of a gear in the gearbox upon actuation of the first lever through the gear shift pedal.
[006] In an embodiment, the second lever is coupled to the first lever through one or more cables. The one or more cables are adapted to transfer movement from the first lever to the second lever upon actuation of the gear shift pedal. The second lever is adapted to engage the gear shift shaft for shifting the gear in the gearbox.
[007] In an embodiment, the one or more cables comprise one or more outer sheaths and one or more inner wires. Each of the one or more inner wires extend inside the one or more sheaths.
[008] In an embodiment, each of the one or more outer sheaths comprises a fore end coupled to a first abutment member and an aft end coupled to a second abutment member.
[009] In an embodiment, the first abutment member is mounted on the adjustable footrest arm. The second abutment member is mounted on the support bracket.
[010] In an embodiment, each of the one or more inner wires comprises a first end coupled to the first lever and a second end coupled to the second lever. The first end and the second end of each of the one or more wires are adapted to connect with the first lever and the second lever upon extending through a first abutment member and a second abutment member.
[011] In an embodiment, the gear shift pedal is operable between the first position and the second position when the adjustable footrest arm is pivotally operated between a fore-end position and an aft-end position respectively. The adjustable footrest arm is operated between the fore-end position and the aft-end position through an actuator coupled to the adjustable footrest arm.
[012] In an embodiment, the second lever is mounted onto the support bracket through an attachment member. The attachment member is coupled with the gear shift shaft of the gearbox.
[013] In an embodiment, the first lever is mounted onto the adjustable footrest arm and pivotally coupled with the gear shift pedal such that the operation of the gear shift pedal is adapted to pivotally actuate the first lever. The actuation of the first lever pivotally operates the second lever for shifting the gear in the gearbox.
[014] In an embodiment, the gear shift pedal is mounted at a first end of the adjustable footrest arm. The gear shift pedal is positioned proximal to a footrest of the vehicle for enabling the actuation of the gear shift pedal through a foot of a rider of the vehicle.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[015] Reference will be made to embodiments of the invention, examples of which may be illustrated in accompanying figures. These figures are intended to be illustrative, not limiting. Although the invention is generally described in context of these embodiments, it should be understood that it is not intended to limit the scope of the invention to these particular embodiments.
Figure 1 is an exploded view of an adjustable gear shift assembly disposed in a vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is an exploded view of the adjustable gear shift assembly disposed in the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a perspective view of the adjustable gear shift assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is a rear perspective view of the adjustable gear shift assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[016] The present invention relates to an adjustable gear shift assembly of a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to the adjustable gear shift assembly for an adjustable footrest of a two-wheeled vehicle. The adjustable gear shift assembly is capable of being adjusted in accordance with requirement of a rider of the vehicle. Thus, the adjustable gear shift assembly enables various riding positions to the rider.
[017] Figure 1 is an exploded view of an adjustable gear shift assembly 100 for a vehicle, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. The adjustable gear shift assembly 100 (hereinafter referred to as ‘assembly 100’) is adapted to enable adjustment of a position of a gear shift pedal 102 of the vehicle. As such, a rider of the vehicle with diverse physiological dimensions can comfortably operate the gear shift pedal 102. Moreover, adjustment of the position of the gear shift pedal 102 enables various riding positions to the rider as per rider’s requirement, thereby ensuring rider comfort in the vehicle.
[018] The assembly 100 comprises the gear shift pedal 102 mounted to an adjustable footrest arm 104. The gear shift pedal 102 is coupled to a gear shift shaft (not shown) of a gearbox (not shown). Actuation of the gear shift pedal 102 correspondingly operates the gear shift shaft for enabling shifting of a gear (not shown). The gear shift pedal 102 is pivotally mounted to a first end 104A of the adjustable footrest arm 104 and is positioned proximal to a footrest 124 of the vehicle. Such placement of the gear shift pedal 102 with respect to the footrest 124 enables the rider to operate the gear shift pedal 102, while resting a foot of the rider on the footrest 124.
[019] In an embodiment, the gear shift pedal 102 comprises a lever portion 102A aligned along a front-rear direction (not shown) of the vehicle and is coupled to the gear shift shaft of the gearbox. The lever portion 102A also has an aft-end (not shown) pivotally coupled to the adjustable footrest arm 104 and a fore-end (not shown) located at a distance from the adjustable footrest arm 104. A pedal portion 102B extends laterally from the fore-end of the lever portion 102A. The pedal portion 102B is located such that, the rider is capable of operating the pedal portion 102B through a toe or a front heel portion of the foot of the rider. Accordingly, actuation of the lever portion 102A through the pedal portion, operates the gear shift shaft of the gearbox, thereby enabling shifting of the gear in the gearbox. In an embodiment, the pedal portion 102B of the gear shift lever 102 is operated downwards or upwards about the aft-end of the lever portion 102A.
[020] In an embodiment, a second end 104B of the adjustable footrest arm 104 is pivotally mounted to a frame member (not shown) or to a center tube (not shown) of the vehicle. Accordingly, the first end 104A of the adjustable footrest arm 104 is operable between a fore-end position (not shown) and an aft-end position (not shown). Thus, the adjustable footrest arm 104 oscillates about the second end 104B. Further, as the footrest 124 is mounted at the first end 104A of the adjustable footrest arm 104, the footrest 124 is also operated between the fore-end position and the aft-end position along with the first end 104A of the adjustable footrest arm 104.
[021] In an embodiment, the adjustable footrest arm 104 is coupled to an actuator (not shown), wherein the actuator pivotally operates the adjustable footrest arm 104 between the fore-end position and the aft-end position about the second end 104B. In an embodiment, the adjustable footrest arm 104 is operated between the fore-end position and the aft-end position based on physiological dimensions of the rider, and thus ensures comfortable foot placement to the rider during vehicle operation.
[022] Referring to Figures 2 and 3 in conjunction with Figure 1, the gear shift pedal 102 is operable between a first position and a second position corresponding to operation of the adjustable footrest arm 104. In other words, operation of the adjustable footrest arm 104 to the fore-end position may operate the gear shift pedal 102 to the first position, while operation of the adjustable footrest arm 104 to the aft-end position may operate the gear shift pedal 102 to the second position. In an embodiment, the first position of the gear shift pedal 102 corresponds to a lower position with respect to the footrest 124, while the second position of the gear shift pedal 102 corresponds to an upper position with respect to the footrest 124. In other words, when the pedal portion 102B is below the footrest 124, the position of the gear shift pedal 102 is construed to be in the second position, and if the pedal portion 102B is above the footrest 124, the position of the gear shift pedal 102 is construed to be in the first position. In an embodiment, the gear shift pedal 102 may be set to the first position, when the rider has a superior ankle flexibility. In another embodiment, the gear shift pedal 102 may be set to the second position, when the rider has a restricted ankle flexibility.
[023] Referring to Figure 3, the assembly 100 comprises a first lever 108 pivotally mounted to the first end 104A of the adjustable footrest arm 104. The first lever 108 is also pivotally coupled with the gear shift pedal 102. As such, the first lever 108 is configured to be actuated upon operation of the gear shift pedal 102. In other words, operation of the gear shift pedal 102 correspondingly pivots the first lever 108 about the first end 104A of the adjustable footrest arm 104. In an embodiment, the downward operation of the gear shift pedal 102 may operate the first lever 108 in an anti-clockwise direction about the first end 104A of the adjustable footrest arm 104, while the upward operation of the gear shift pedal 102 may operate the first lever 108 in a clockwise direction about the first end 104A of the adjustable footrest arm 104.
[024] In an embodiment, the first lever 108 may be a first-class lever, a second-class lever or a third-class lever as per design feasibility and requirement. In the present embodiment, the first lever 108 is an elongated bar. However, the shape and dimensions of the first lever 108 may be considered as per design feasibility and requirement of the assembly 100 and the vehicle.
[025] In one embodiment, an axis of operation of the gear shift pedal 102 is in line with an axis of the pivotal actuation of the first lever 108. In another embodiment, the axis of operation of the gear shift pedal 102 is offset with the axis of the pivotal actuation of the first lever 108. In an embodiment, the first lever 108 is mounted on a surface opposite to that of the gear shift pedal 102 at the first end 104A.
[026] Further, the assembly 100 comprises a second lever 110 mounted to a support bracket 106 of the vehicle, wherein the support bracket 106 being supported on a vehicle frame (not shown). The second lever 110 is coupled to the first lever 108. As such, the second lever 110 is adapted to be actuated corresponding to movement of the first lever 108. The second lever 110 is also pivotally coupled to the gear shift shaft of the gearbox. Accordingly, actuation of the first lever 108 through the gear shift pedal 102 correspondingly actuates the gear shift shaft through the second lever 110. Thus, the second lever 110 is adapted to pivotally operate the gear shift shaft for enabling shifting of the gear in the gearbox upon actuation of the first lever 108 through the gear shift pedal.
[027] In an embodiment, the second lever 110 is mounted onto the support bracket 106 through an attachment member 114. The attachment member 114 (as shown in Figure 4) is coupled with the gear shift shaft of the gearbox. Accordingly, actuation of the second lever 110 is transferred to the gear shift shaft for enabling shifting of the gear in the gear box.
[028] In an embodiment, the second lever 110 may be a first-class lever, a second-class lever, or a third-class lever as per design feasibility and requirement. In the present embodiment, the second lever 110 is an elongated bar. However, the shape and dimensions of the second lever 110 may be considered as per design feasibility and requirement of the assembly 100 and the vehicle.
[029] In an embodiment, the second lever 110 is coupled to the first lever 108 through one or more cables 112A, 112B. The one or more cables 112A, 112B are adapted to transfer movement from the first lever 108 to the second lever 110 upon actuation of the gear shift pedal. The one or more cables 112A, 112B comprise one or more outer sheaths 112A and one or more inner wires 112B. Each of the one or more inner wires 112B extend inside the one or more sheaths 112A. In an embodiment, the one or more sheaths 112A prevent wear and tear to the one or more inner wires 112B. Further, each of the one or more outer sheaths 112A comprises a fore end 120A coupled to a first abutment member 116 (as shown in Figure 4) and an aft end 120B coupled to a second abutment member 118. The first abutment member 116 is mounted on the adjustable footrest arm 104 and the second abutment member 118 is mounted on the support bracket 106. Each of the one or more inner wires 112B comprises a first end 122A coupled to the first lever 108 and a second end 122B coupled to the second lever 110. The first end 122A and the second end 122B of each of the one or more wires 112B are adapted to connect with the first lever 108 and the second lever 110 upon extending through the first abutment member 116 and the second abutment member 118. The first abutment member 116 and the second abutment member 118 ensure movement of the one or more inner wires 112B within the one or more sheaths 112A. Thus, a relative movement is ensured by the first abutment member 116 and the second abutment member 118 between the one or more inner wires 112B and the one or more sheaths 112A. Such a construction of the one or more cables 112A, 112B with the first abutment member 116, the second abutment member 118, the first lever 108 and the second lever 110, ensures to maintain tension between the first lever 108 and the second lever 110. Accordingly, actuation of the first lever 108 is seamlessly transferred to the second lever 110.
[030] In an embodiment, dimensions of the one or more cables 112A, 112B may be selected as per force transmission requirement between the first lever 108 and the second lever 110, and/or as per requirement of the assembly 100.
[031] In an operational embodiment, firstly, the rider operates the adjustable footrest arm 104 between the fore-end position and the aft-end position for positioning the gear shift pedal 102 between the first position and the second position. Upon adjusting the position, the gear shift pedal 102 may be operated through the toe portion or the front heel portion of the rider.
[032] When the gear shift pedal 102 is actuated in a clockwise direction, the first lever 108 is configured to be actuated in a clockwise direction. The one or more cables 112A, 112B are adapted to transfer movement from the first lever 108 to the second lever 110. The second lever 110 is configured to be actuated in a clockwise direction due to the induced tension in the at least one or more cables 112A, 112B. As a result, the gear shift shaft for shifting the gear in the gearbox is engaged in a clockwise direction.
[033] When the gear shift pedal 102 is actuated in a counterclockwise direction, the first lever 108 is configured to be actuated in a counterclockwise direction. The one or more cables 112A, 112B are adapted to transfer movement from the first lever 108 to the second lever 110. At least one of the one or more cables 112A, 112B are brought into tension upon actuation of the first lever 108. The second lever 110 is configured to be actuated in an counterclockwise direction due to the induced tension in the at least one or more cables 112A, 112B. As a result, the gear shift shaft for shifting the gear in the gearbox is engaged in a counterclockwise direction.
[034] In an embodiment, the adjustable footrest arm 104 and the footrest 124 are disposed on left and right sides of the vehicle. The adjustable gear shift assembly 100 is disposed on one of the left and right sides of the vehicle.
[035] The claimed invention as disclosed above is not routine, conventional or well understood in the art, as the claimed aspects enable the following solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. Specifically, the claimed aspect of the gear shift pedal being operable between the first position and the second position corresponding to actuation of the adjustable footrest arm enables adjustment of position of the gear shift shaft as per rider physiological dimensions and/or ankle flexibility of the rider. Consequently, comfort of the rider is enhanced during use of the vehicle. Further, the rider may change posture while riding the vehicle by adjusting the gear shift pedal along with the footrest to their comfort. Also, the one or more cables mounted to the first lever and the second lever ensures transmission of movement from the gear shift pedal to the gear shift shaft of the gearbox seamlessly. Thus, irrespective of position of the gear shift pedal, the gear shift pedal is capable of operating the gear shift shaft for ensuring shifting of the gear. Moreover, the aspect of the one of more sheaths being connected to the first abutment member and the second abutment member ensures that the tension is maintained between the first lever and the second lever. Thus, actuation of the first lever is seamlessly transferred to the second lever through the one or more cables. Additionally, the adjustable gear shift assembly as disclosed in the present invention is a cost effective, efficient and service-friendly solution over the conventional gear shift assemblies.
[036] While the present invention has been described with respect to certain embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes and modification may be made without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the following claims.

List of Reference Numerals
100-Adjustable gear shift assembly
102-gear shift pedal
104-adjustable footrest arm
104A-first end of the adjustable footrest arm
104B-second end of the adjustable footrest arm
106-support member
108-first lever
110-second lever
112A, 112B-one or more cables
112A-one or more outer sheaths
112B-one or more inner wires
114-attachment member
116-first abutment member
118-second abutment member
120A-fore end of one or more outer sheaths
120B-aft end of one or more outer sheaths
122A-first end of one or more inner wires
122B-second end of one or more inner wires
124-footrest
, Claims:1. An adjustable gear shift assembly (100) of a vehicle, the adjustable gear shift assembly (100) comprising:
a gear shift pedal (102) mounted to an adjustable footrest arm (104), the gear shift pedal (102) being operable between a first position and a second position corresponding to actuation of the adjustable footrest arm (104);
a first lever (108) mounted to the adjustable footrest arm (104), the first lever (108) being coupled with the gear shift pedal (102), wherein the first lever (108) being configured to be actuated upon operation of the gear shift pedal (102); and
a second lever (110) mounted on an support bracket (106) of the vehicle, the second lever (110) being coupled to the first lever (108) and to a gear shift shaft of a gearbox of the vehicle, wherein the second lever (110) is adapted to operate the gear shift shaft for enabling shifting of a gear in the gearbox upon actuation of the first lever (108) through the gear shift pedal (102).

2. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second lever (110) is coupled to the first lever (108) through one or more cables (112A, 112B), the one or more cables (112A, 112B) being adapted to transfer movement from the first lever (108) to the second lever (110) upon actuation of the gear shift pedal (102), the second lever (110) being adapted to engage the gear shift shaft for shifting the gear in the gearbox.

3. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the one or more cables (112A, 112B) comprise one or more outer sheaths (112A) and one or more inner wires (112B), each of the one or more inner wires (112B) extending inside the one or more sheaths (112A).

4. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 3, wherein each of the one or more outer sheaths (112A) comprises a fore end (120A) coupled to a first abutment member (116) and an aft end (120B) coupled to a second abutment member (118).

5. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 4,
wherein the first abutment member (116) is mounted on the adjustable footrest arm (104); and
wherein the second abutment member (118) is mounted on the support bracket (106).

6. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 3, wherein each of the one or more inner wires (112B) comprises a first end (122A) coupled to the first lever (108) and a second end (122B) coupled to the second lever (110), the first end (122A) and the second end (122B) of each of the one or more wires (112B) being adapted to connect with the first lever (108) and the second lever (110) upon extending through a first abutment member (116) and a second abutment member (118).

7. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the gear shift pedal (102) is operable between the first position and the second position when the adjustable footrest arm (104) is pivotally operated between a fore-end position and an aft-end position respectively, the adjustable footrest arm (104) being operated between the fore-end position and the aft-end position through an actuator coupled to the adjustable footrest arm (104).

8. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second lever (110) is mounted onto the support bracket (106) through an attachment member (114), the attachment member (114) being coupled with the gear shift shaft of the gearbox.

9. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first lever (108) is mounted onto the adjustable footrest arm (104) and pivotally coupled with the gear shift pedal (102), such that the operation of the gear shift pedal (102) is adapted to pivotally actuate the first lever (108), wherein the actuation of the first lever (108) pivotally operates the second lever (110) for shifting the gear in the gearbox.

10. The adjustable gear shift assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the gear shift pedal (102) is mounted at a first end (104A) of the adjustable footrest arm (104), the gear shift pedal (102) being positioned proximal to a footrest (124) of the vehicle for enabling the actuation of the gear shift pedal (102) through a foot of a rider of the vehicle.