TVS Motor Company has received the patent for a gearshift assembly for semi-automated manual transmission (SMT) vehicle, which could change the way the rider shifts the gear in a motorcycle. TVS Motor is the first company to launch a clutch-less bike in India, under the brand TVS Jive.
With the invention which received patent now, the rider can operate a switch provided on a handle bar of the SMT vehicle to shift a gear, as against using the gearshift lever near the footrest of the conventional motor cycle. There could also be two switches, first switch meant for up-shifting the gears and a second switch meant for downshifting of the gears.
TVS Motor Company is engaged in manufacturing of two-wheeler vehicles. Its products include automobile component, components distribution, powered two-wheelers, computer peripherals, financial services, contract manufacturing services and software development.