Abstract: A frame of an electric cart includes a front part, and a rear part separable from the front part; the front part has a locating member secured on a rear end thereof; the rear part has a connecting member secured on a front end thereof for engaging the locating member, which connecting member has a spring-loaded engaging pin passed through it; the pin is made such as to be capable of engaging the locating member automatically while the rear part is being moved so as to fit the connecting member onto the locating member, thus securely joining the rear part to the front part; the engaging pin will be disengaged from the fitting portion when it is pressed at a first end, thus allowing the rear part to be separated from the front part.

Abstract: A foldable cart includes a base with two side wheels driven by a motor and a steering wheel located a front end of the base. An upright frame is pivotably connected to the base by two folding assembly and a handle is pivotably connected to the upright frame by another folding assembly. Each folding assembly includes a first member to which a first part of the cart is connected, a second part of the cart is pivotably connected, and a second member mounted to the second part of the cart. The handle is pivoted relative to the upright frame which is pivoted relative to the base so as to fold the cart into a compact folded assembly.

Abstract: An all-terrain vehicle (ATV) includes a frame and a pair of front and rear wheels suspended from the frame. A straddle-type seat has a main portion and a secondary portion to accommodate a driver and a passenger. The wheelbase of the ATV is increased in length (compared to conventional ATVs) so as to increase stability and comfort for the driver, and/or to accommodate a passenger behind the driver. The passenger and secondary seat portion are disposed in front of the rear wheel axis and moved closer to the center of the wheelbase. Moreover, the combined center or gravity of the ATV, rider, and passenger is moved closer to the center of the wheelbase to improve stability, comfort and/or safety. The driver and passenger each have sufficient space to actively position themselves without significantly interfering with each other.

Abstract: An all terrain vehicle has a pair of front wheels that support a frame assembly. An engine is supported by the frame assembly and a steering column is supported by the frame assembly at a location generally forward of the engine. A set of handlebars are connected to an upper portion of the steering column and a lower portion of the steering column is operatively connected to the pair of front wheels. A power steering assembly is disposed along a portion of the steering column. The power steering assembly is operatively connected to the steering column. The power steering assembly comprises a motor having a longitudinal axis that extends in a generally lateral direction and at least a portion of the motor overlies a portion of the frame assembly.

Abstract: A small vehicle has a frame assembly that is supported by rear wheels. An engine is supported by the frame assembly. The rear wheels are driven by the engine through a shaft drive arrangement. A brake assembly is connected to the shaft drive arrangement. An exhaust system extends away from the engine. An air cleaner is positioned along an air induction system of the engine. The air cleaner is positioned between the exhaust system and a cooling air duct that supplies cooling air to the brake assembly.

Abstract: A hitch device for use with a pulling vehicle and a trailer, including a first hitch arm and a second upwardly directed hitch arm. At a second end of the second upwardly directed hitch arm is a joint allowing rotation about at least two axes. The hitch device positions the joint a preselected vertical and horizontal distance from the pulling vehicle and a hitch receiving structure connected thereto. The hitch device may be used with a trailer having first and second diverters encouraging the trailer to move about a tree or other shrub.

Abstract: A brake system is provided for a straddle-type ATV. The brake system includes a brake caliper configured to mount to a gear box of the ATV and a brake disk configured to connect to a coupling member of the gear box coupled to a shaft and positioned in operative relation relative to the caliper. The brake system additionally includes a brake-actuating control mechanism in communication with the brake caliper. The brake-actuating control mechanism controls the brake caliper to provide selective frictional engagement between the brake caliper and the brake disk.

Abstract: A motorized cycle having a frame/chassis supporting a seat and handle grips, on one hand, and front and rear wheels, on the other hand, via a single, vertically-extending frame portion extending therebetween. Such frame/chassis defines voids in the front and rear of the motorized cycle and is further preferably configured such that the height of the seat and handle grips can be selectively adjusted. The motorized cycle otherwise utilizes conventional motorcycle/scooter parts and accessories. The motorized cycle may be adapted for on roan or off-road use, as may be desired.

Abstract: A small vehicle has a frame assembly that is supported by rear wheels. An engine unit is supported by the frame assembly. The engine unit comprises a belt drive assembly. A cooling system delivers and removes cooling air to the belt drive assembly. A storage compartment is positioned below a seat. An exhaust chamber is formed to the rear of the storage compartment. Heated air from the cooling system is exhausted into the chamber prior to being exhausted to the atmosphere. The storage compartment provides a buffer air pocket to reduce the amount of heat transmitted to the seat from the exhaust chamber.

Abstract: A small vehicle has an engine mounted to a frame assembly. The engine is mounted by a plurality of engine mounts. The engine mounts are seven times stiffer in compression and tension than in shear. The engine mounts have a block of resilient material that separates a pair of plates. The block can be any shape but a rectangular parallelepiped is preferred. The engine mounts are mounted on cylinders defined with a center axis that extends through a center of gravity of the engine in a direction parallel to an axis about which the crankshaft rotates.

Abstract: Disclosed is a breather system for a fuel tank reliably performing a function of a breather when a vehicle is inclined to the right or to the left and a straddle-type four wheeled all terrain vehicle comprising the breather system in which the fuel tank is provided below a seat, and a fuel inlet and a tank cap covering the fuel inlet is protruded from a rear fender laterally of the seat. The breather system has two breather openings provided in the fuel tank, breather hoses respectively connected to the breather openings, a T-shape joint integrally connecting the breather hoses, and a check valve connected to an ambient side of the T-shape joint, and the two breather openings are provided on the right and left sides of the fuel tank so as to be spaced apart from each other.

Abstract: A straddle-type four wheeled all terrain vehicle includes a bar-type handle provided forward of a straddle-type seat; a vehicle body cover covering a portion of a vehicle body including a steering shaft of the handle, the steering shaft penetrating through the vehicle body cover; and a belt converter, wherein an opening of the vehicle body cover through which the steering shaft pass is an intake port of a cooling air into the belt converter.

Abstract: A straddle-type four wheeled all terrain vehicle include a vehicle body with a seat which a rider straddles. A handle is placed forward of the seat for being steered by the rider straddling the seat to operate the vehicle body. A container is provided at a portion of the vehicle body that is situated between the handle and the seat, for accommodating a small article.

Abstract: A modular go-kart assembly includes an acceleration assembly cooperatively working with a braking assembly for powering and stopping the go-kart assembly. The go-kart assembly further includes a central body, a front drive assembly, a rear drive assembly, and a protective cage assembly, each of which are modular for easy construction and disassembly. The go-kart assembly includes a motor having multiple power take off shafts to provide simple connections to an acceleration assembly and a braking assembly. Both the acceleration assembly and the braking assembly are controlled by one control pedal, so as to provide a safety measure for the operator, which is typically a child.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a saddle type vehicle are described. Configurations are shown in which the engine is located more towards the rear of the vehicle and in which the fuel tank extends generally vertically beneath the steering member. A radiator may also be located at a rear portion of the vehicle, rearwardly of the engine. A front storage compartment is also provided in the front portion of the vehicle. The resulting vehicle has improved access and storage capabilities and also has a lower center of gravity.

Abstract: In a power transmission path of a vehicle for traveling on uneven ground, a torque converter is provided so that torque transmission to a propeller shaft varies smoothly. Accordingly, it is difficult for the torque transmitted to the propeller shaft to exceed a tire slip limit. This arrangement suppresses slippage during traveling on uneven ground such as a muddy, marshy, sandy, snowy, or gravel road surfaces.

Abstract: A vehicle such as straddle type suitable for running on a rough has a front wheel, which is steered, disposed in front of a vehicle body frame and a rear wheel disposed to the rear side thereof. Such vehicle is provided with a vehicle body frame structure which comprises a front frame unit, a center frame unit, and a rear frame unit. These front and center and rear frame units are first assembled individually as a unit and then coupled together integrally as a vehicle body frame structure.

Abstract: A saddle type vehicle for attaining an appropriate weight distribution and a low centroid position. Suspension mechanisms are each composed of an upper arm and lower arms, the upper and lower arms being disposed in vertically spaced positions. A shock absorber is interposed between the upper arm and a body frame. A stabilizer is disposed between both suspension mechanisms. A lower end of the shock absorber is pivotably connected to the front-side lower arm, while an upper end of the shock absorber is pivotably connected to an inside position in the vehicular transverse direction of the body frame.

Abstract: An all-terrain vehicle includes a variable-speed V-belt drive disposed on one side of a crankcase of an engine, a V-belt drive cover covering the variable-speed V-belt drive, a gear transmission of transmitting a power of the engine in cooperation with the variable-speed V-belt drive, and a speed sensing device. The speed sensing device includes a speed sensor of measuring a rotating speed of a member which transmits the power of the engine to the wheels. The speed sensor is disposed right under the V-belt drive cover.

Abstract: An all terrain vehicle includes an engine located under a hingably mounted seat, the seat providing ready access to the engine for maintenance and repair. The vehicle includes an engine having a clutch housing and a clutch cover sealably connected to the clutch housing. At least one of the clutch housing and the clutch cover include a bottom wall having at least one coolant-fillable cooling channel within the thickness of the bottom wall provided to cool oil above the clutch housing and the clutch cover. The vehicle also includes a frame having a plurality of engine mounting points. The engine is supportable by the frame and includes a crankcase and a plurality of mounting points adapted to engage the plurality of engine mounting points on the frame. The plurality of mounting points include at least one uppermost mounting point, wherein the at least one uppermost mounting point is positioned on the crankcase.

Abstract: To provide a power steering device capable of increasing the degree of freedom in the layout of the various elements, stabilizing the surface of the oil and preventing air from being included or mixing foreign materials with the oil in the oil tank. The power steering device includes a power assist cylinder arranged between a steering shaft and a chassis frame. A control valve is operated by the steering shaft to control the power assist cylinder. An oil pump pressurizes operating oil supplied to the power assist cylinder. Furthermore, an oil tank stores the operating oil, wherein the oil tank is of a closed type and integrally arranged in the oil pump.

Abstract: A frame of an electric cart includes a front part, and a rear part. A head tube, a seat support, a securing combination, and front wheels are disposed at the front part. Rear wheels are disposed the rear ends of the rear part. Shock absorbers are connected to the rear part at lower ends. The rear part is connected to the front part with the front ends being pivoted to pivotal members formed at intermediate portions of the lateral sides of the base, and with upper ends of the shock absorbers being connected to the securing combination. The pivotal members are arranged nearer the front of the front part than the seat support so that distance from the rear wheels to the pivotal members is increased, thus helping reduce a range within which the rear part will vibrate when the cart moves along an uneven surface.

Abstract: An all terrain vehicle includes an engine located under a hingably mounted seat, the seat providing ready access to the engine for maintenance and repair. The vehicle includes an engine having a clutch housing and a clutch cover sealably connected to the clutch housing. At least one of the clutch housing and the clutch cover include a bottom wall having at least one coolant-fillable cooling channel within the thickness of the bottom wall provided to cool oil above the clutch housing and the clutch cover. The vehicle also includes a frame having a plurality of engine mounting points. The engine is supportable by the frame and includes a crankcase and a plurality of mounting points adapted to engage the plurality of engine mounting points on the frame. The plurality of mounting points include at least one uppermost mounting point, wherein the at least one uppermost mounting point is positioned on the crankcase.

Abstract: In an engine with a torque converter for a saddle seat or buggy-type vehicle, a crankshaft and a shift drum placed approximately in parallel to a longitudinal direction of a vehicle are rotatably supported by a crankcase. The torque converter is provided on one end of an extension section of the crankshaft at an outer section of the crankcase. A double rotor type oil pump and a water pump are installed on the engine without enlarging a width of the engine. The lengths of piping to an oil cooler or radiator arranged in a front section of a vehicle body is made shortest. A part of the oil pump is overlapped with the shift drum and the torque converter, when viewed from the front of the engine. The oil pump is driven by chains from the crankshaft and is arranged in a space between an outer surface of the crankcase and the torque converter in a longitudinal direction.

Abstract: A straddle-type vehicle has configurations in which the engine is located more towards the rear of the vehicle and the fuel tank extends generally vertically beneath the steering member. A radiator may also be located at a rear portion of the vehicle, rearwardly of the engine. A front storage compartment s also provided in the front portion of the vehicle. The resulting vehicle has improved access and storage capabilities and also has a lower center of gravity. The engine may be a four stroke engine, which is more environmentally friendly than a two stroke engine. Because of the increased space requirements of a four stroke engine, a secondary portion of the engine is provided forward of the seat to define an uppermost portion that defines a bottom portion of an access area that the user uses to mount and dismount the vehicle.

Abstract: An all terrain vehicle has a frame assembly. A pair of front wheels and a pair of rear wheels support the frame assembly. A front fender assembly extends over at least a portion of the front wheels. An engine is disposed between the front wheels and the rear wheels. The engine is water-cooled using a radiator and fan combination that is positioned forward of the engine. A belt drive forms a portion of a transmission that transfers power from the engine to at least the rear wheels. The belt drive is air cooled with air that is pulled into the belt drive by fans positioned within a belt case. The air is drawn from an air chamber formed within the front fender assembly. The chamber is positioned vertically higher than the radiator and fan combination and rearward thereof. The air passes between the chamber and the belt case through a duct. The duct extends downward and incorporates a central trap portion.

Abstract: A battery powered, all-terrain vehicle for the physically challenged comprises a battery powered transportation unit that allows a handicapped person to travel on otherwise inaccessible terrain.

Abstract: An invalid mobile cart with enclosure (10) having a cart (12) which has a cart top (12T), cart bottom (12A), cart left (12L), cart right (12R), cart front (12F), cart back (12B), at least one cart front wheel, cart rear right wheel (12DRR) and cart rear left wheel (not shown) rotatably and extending downwardly from the cart bottom (12A). At least one wheel is connected to a motor (not shown). A transparent or translucent enclosure (14) is securely mounted on the cart top (12T). The enclosure (14) has an enclosure housing (14A) having a enclosure left door (14L) and enclosure right door (14R) hingeably connected thereto. A steering/control (16) means is positioned on the cart top (12T) at the cart front (12F). The steering/control (16) has a steering/control wheel (16A) connected to a steering/control column (16B) which is connected to the at least one cart front wheel and the motor. A support (18) positioned on the cart top (12T) at the cart back (12B).

Abstract: A system reduces the amount of work exerted by an ATV operator to change transmission gears. The system includes a foot lever assembly with a mechanical portion, such as a mechanical linkage, attached to an automated portion, such as an electrical switch. When the ATV operator applies a predetermined amount of force to the foot lever assembly, a clutch assembly and a gear box are actuated in a single motion, assisted by the automated portion of the foot lever assembly. Thus, the operator is able to exert less work in order to change the gears.

Abstract: A vehicle having a fuel tank mounted about the central upper part of the vehicle is disclosed. A tank cover covers the fuel tank, and a gearshift lever for an automatic transmission is located on a side of the fuel tank. A recess is formed in the side of the fuel tank, by cutting an opening toward the inside of the vehicle. The gearshift lever is disposed in a space formed between the recess and the tank cover. This arrangement provides a saddle-type vehicle with a larger, more comfortable leg space for the driver and permits the mounting of an automatic transmission with a gearshift lever located as close to the driver as possible.

Abstract: A straddle-type vehicle, or all terrain vehicle, has an engine located towards the rear of the vehicle such that a main portion of the engine, or power unit, is disposed beneath the seat. The fuel tank extends generally vertically beneath the steering member. The radiator is located at a rear portion of the vehicle rearwardly of the engine where it is protected from collisions and objects striking the front grille. A front storage compartment is also provided in the front portion of the vehicle. The vehicle also has a pivotally connected and removable seat for easy access to the engine. There is also a gap between the seat and the front wheel well through which the driver can pass his feet or where an optional container or auxiliary fuel tank can be secured.

Abstract: An electric scooter is disclosed that has a propulsion system switchable between two modes, one of which allows a higher maximum speed than the other. The mode is selected by a user operated button so constructed that the high-speed mode is selected only while the user continues to operate the switch. A steering angle sensor and a tilt switch-are provided, which prevent the user from selecting the high-speed mode while steering sharply or while going down or across steep slopes.

Abstract: A self-propelled vehicle which is particularly useful for disabled persons. The vehicle consists of a housing having a substantially flat top surface with a left and right side. The vehicle also has a first handle securely mounted to the housing at a position above the left side of the top surface at a height above the top surface sufficient to permit a user to grasp the first handle with their left hand when the user is standing on the top surface. The vehicle also has a second handle mounted to the housing at a position above the fight side of the top surface at a height above the top surface sufficient to permit the user to grasp the second handle with their right hand when the user is standing on the top surface. The first and second handles are spaced apart to permit a user to stand on the top surface between the two handles. The vehicle also has a first and second set of wheels mounted to the housing adjacent the left and right sides of the top surface, respectively.

Abstract: A reduced length universal joint assembly includes a yoke joined to a flange by a spider. The yoke includes a shaft portion and yoke ears mounted on the shaft portion. The joint assembly includes a flange for connecting to a crankshaft. The flange includes a flange plate and flange ears mounted on the flange plate and extending from the flange plate. A pair of cupped areas is formed in the flange plate for providing space for each of the yoke ears of the yoke. A portion of a second side of the flange plate defines a plane, and the cupped areas extend through the plane of the second side and into the flange plate. A portion of each of the yoke ears extends substantially adjacent to the plane of the second side of the flange plate when axes of rotation of the yoke and flange are collinear.

Abstract: A system, apparatus, and method for providing a soft-start for a toy vehicle configured to be operated by a person. The method includes receiving a throttle signal operable to induce motion via a motor operating as a drive mechanism of the toy vehicle. A transition signal may be generated based on the throttle signal. The transition signal may be applied to effect operation of the motor. The transition signal may be a pulse width modulated signal having a duty cycle between 20 and 100 percent to provide for an acceleration that avoids the problems of conventional control systems. The transition signal may be ramped in a linear or non-linear fashion. The system may couple the soft-start control circuit between a ground terminal of a battery of the toy vehicle and motor(s), thereby allowing the soft-start control circuit to operate on a low voltage (i.e., not the high voltage of the battery).

Abstract: In a motorized wheelbarrow including a support frame with a wheelbarrow wheel mounted on a fork formed at one end of the frame and spars with handle portions provided at the other end of the frame and a bucket disposed on the frame the wheelbarrow wheel includes an electric hub motor for driving the wheelbarrow wheel and a containment with a battery is mounted under the bucket for supplying electric power to the hub motor under the control of a control switch mounted on one of the handles.

Abstract: A single-seater motor vehicle includes (1) a support body having a plurality of supporting arms that are mounted in a horizontally and vertically displaceable manner; (2) a vehicle seat arranged on a support body; (3) a control device; and (4) a plurality of wheels, wherein each of said wheels is arranged adjustably or pivotably on a supporting arm. The support body the supporting arms can be set in at least three positions by automatic or manual adjustment of the vehicle seat height.

Abstract: An actuator for raising and lowering a blade mounted to a vehicle. A winch assembly is mounted to the blade and is powered by the vehicle battery. The motor has a low amperage draw and has a gear reduction unit to provide mechanical advantage. The cable extending from the winch is arranged to have a double pull to provide an additional mechanical advantage.

Abstract: A transit vehicle for transporting an object (22) having a plurality of ground-interfacing wheels (24, 25), comprising a lift mechanism adapted to lift and grip a portion of the object such that the object is maintained at a lifted transit position in which all of the ground-interfacing wheels do not engage the ground. In a preferable embodiment the lift mechanism comprises a piston-cylinder unit (51) that is mounted on the chassis of the transit vehicle and is operated to retractably move at least one freely rotatable support wheel (18). In another embodiment the lift mechanism comprises a grip mechanism comprised of at least one horizontal extendible bar (37).

Abstract: A door system to be used with low-speed street legal vehicles. A framework is molded to attach in a weather-tight fashion to an open side of a golf cart-like street legal vehicle. The framework has door openings to match the number of seats in the vehicle. Doors are attached to the framework on hinges that allow the doors to be lifted out and removed when desirable. The doors have locking handles. The frameworks and doors completely enclose the side of a low-speed street legal vehicle. The framework is designed to fit over and bolt to existing structures on the vehicle. It can be designed to replace a framing piece on the vehicle where it becomes a permanent attached part of the structure of the vehicle.

Abstract: A racing go-cart vehicle includes a chassis having a top surface, a bottom surface, and front, rear and mid portions; a pair of steerable front wheels and a pair of rear wheels having at least one drive wheel and supporting the chassis; and a body-shell cover attached to the chassis. The racing go-cart vehicle also includes a steering wheel having buttons thereon for push-button shifting; a tie rod operatively connected to the front wheels; a steering column connecting the steering wheel and the tie rod; and a universal joint assembly for articulating the steering column. The racing go-cart vehicle further includes a braking system having a bias control member and an equalizer control assembly attached to the front and rear wheels; the wheels each having an adjustable suspension assembly connected thereto; an engine mounted on the mid portion of the chassis; a transmission system assembly adapted to transfer the output of the engine to the rear drive wheels.

Abstract: A vehicle frame is described which has a step-through opening, particularly for a two-wheeler, for a vehicle having a resilient front wheel suspension, a steering device for a front wheel, a resilient rear wheel suspension for at least one rear wheel, at least one seat device for a driver and at least one protection device which extends in front of, over and behind the driver and is designed such that a laterally open cage is created for the driver which permits the stepping-through, and having an engine which is mounted essentially in front of the rear wheel and below the seat device.

Abstract: An electric powered handcart includes a frame, the frame having a proximal and a distal end thereto, a pair of downwardly depending support elements, and a pair of frame brackets. A load plate and a handle are secured to the frame, the handle being secured to one of the pair of frame brackets. A set of wheels is secured to the distal end of the frame and a rear third wheel is secured to the frame and is positioned above and behind the set of wheels secured to the distal end of the frame. An electric motor is operably mounted to the frame and a battery for powering the motor is secured to a battery mount attached to the frame. A drive linkage for driving the set of wheels is operably linked to the motor and to the pair of wheels and a throttle control for controlling the motor speed is secured the frame.

Abstract: Several embodiments of small vehicles having a relatively narrow body frame assembly supporting front and rear wheels at its ends through suspension systems. A single seat is carried by an upwardly extending rearward portion of the body frame assembly. The body frame assembly is narrow so that a person can stand beside the seat and lower himself into it without having to climb into the vehicle. Various battery arrangements are disclosed all of which have the batteries disposed so that they are inserted and removed in a generally horizontal direction to minimize the degree of lifting required for replacement and insertion.

Abstract: A powered vehicle is configured to stably and reliably ride on an escalator and includes a vehicle body (1), front and rear wheels (2) and (3), a drive mechanism (42), and front and rear supports (4) and (5). The front and rear wheels (2) and (3) are supported on front and rear portions of the vehicle body, respectively. The drive mechanism (42) drives the rear wheels. The front and rear supports (4) and (5) are arranged adjacent to the corresponding front wheels (2) and behind the rear wheels (3), respectively. The front or rear supports (4) and (5) land on the step surface at least when the vehicle body (1) is inclined at a maximum inclination portion of the escalator. At this time, the wheels (2) or (3) remote from the landed supports (5) or (4) land on another step of the escalator.

Abstract: A suspension unit for each rear wheel of a motor powered off-road four wheeled vehicle comprising a suspension arrangement with the inner members constructed for mounting on a fixed shaft secured to the vehicle and the outer casing carrying a swing arm terminating in a swivel joint to be secured to a single rear wheel axle and a pair of such a units in combination with a drive chain and sprocket device for the single axle and a braking system having at least one disc brake for fixed mounting on the rear axle with caliper carried on an operating arm supported from a bearing to be mounted on the same axle.

Abstract: A vehicle frame is to be made compact. A rectangular frame portion includes a vehicle body frame having front wheels supported thereon through leading arms and rear wheels supported thereon through trailing arms. Both front and rear wheels are suspended by front and rear shock absorbers. The heights of pivot points are set almost equal to the heights of the rectangular frame portion. A battery is accommodated in the space defined by the rectangular frame portion and the rear portion of the vehicle body is extended to overhang a swing power unit assembly.

Abstract: An electric vehicle includes a chassis supported by three wheels. A seat is carried by the chassis, and the seat is enclosed in a compartment formed by a pivotable canopy. A pair of push-pull steering levers are positioned laterally of the seat to avoid obstructing forward access to the seat. There is an open space through the floor of the vehicle in front of the seat, which allows the occupant to enter and exit from the seat without climbing up into the vehicle. The canopy has a nose portion with a footrest panel that is inclined inwardly toward the occupant in the seat. This arrangement permits the vehicle to be used even by persons with limited mobility, who may have difficulty entering and leaving other vehicles.

Abstract: Machine for picking up limb and trunk portions of trees and other types of vegetation and transporting the portions through narrow passageways like a chain link gate. This machine is especially useful in populated areas for collecting branches and tree trunks from pruning or removal operations and moving them from closely spaced backyards or houses, walks and narrow gates to a truck at the curb of a street without damage to the lawns or walks.

Abstract: A miniaturized single-seater motor-vehicle, in particular for sports and recreative use, comprises two half-frames (2a) identical with each other and substantially extending according to longitudinal vertical planes, each half-frame (2a) being formed of a plurality of sections (9, 11, 12, 13, 14) defining a substantially closed line. The frame (2) supports a motor (19) disposed forwardly of a rear axle (10) and at alowermost position relative to a seat (10). A steering wheel (20) comprises a forward half portion (20b) and a rear half portion (20a) which are asymmetrical relative to an axis of rotation (21). Two side footboards (18) project laterally from the opposite sides of the frame (2) base.