There
are some things not normally included with most air shifters that
need to be considered and planned for.
A handlebar
mounted "Shift Button" push button will be needed. You can
add a button specifically for this purpose or use an existing one.
For example, you can share shifting duties with your horn button by
installing a switch to select horn or shift. Or, for race applications
you can use a button that is no longer in use.
An air
reservoir will be needed. There are air bottles commercially available.
If you go this route be sure and check your sanctioning organization
rules. Most will require a DOT approved bottle. Some air bottles are
DOT approved and some are not. Or, you can put the air in your frame
or (as we did) your swingarm. The in-frame or in-swingarm setup will
usually get around the DOT requirement.
An air
gauge will be needed to monitor your air pressure.
A filler
valve will be needed.
Mounting
brackets, hardware and/or fab work will be required for mounting the
pivot end of the air cylinder.
Hardware
and/or fab work will be required for connecting the air cylinder rod
to the shift lever or linkage.
Remote
mounted solenoid valve installations may require additional brackets,
hardware, fittings, air line tubing and/or fab work.
Air line
fittings may need to be changed or substituted for some installations.
Additional
electrical terminals may be required for some installations.
For some
installation ideas, as shared by some very creative folks, look here.
