Abstract: The inventive subject matter relates to novel tie-down devices for securing a vehicle to a surface. In one preferred aspect of the inventive subject matter, the tie-down device is a clamp comprising a first half-clamp pivotally coupled to a second half-clamp. Each half-clamp has an inner lining for protecting the vehicle from damage, and an opening for receiving a fastener. The inner linings of each half-clamp are also sized and dimensioned to come into juxtaposing contact with one another before the half-clamp openings are completely overlapping. In this manner, the tie-down device is configured to snugly grip a vehicle member as a fastener disposed through the half-clamp openings is tensioned.

Abstract: The inventive subject matter relates to novel tie down devices for securing a vehicle to a surface. In one preferred aspect of the inventive subject matter, the vehicle is secured during transport. The inventive apparatus may be used to secure a variety of vehicles having at least one generally rigid, elongated member, such as handlebars or a tubular frame member, to which the device is attached.

Abstract: The inventive subject matter relates to novel tie down devices for securing a vehicle to a surface. In one preferred aspect of the inventive subject matter, the vehicle is secured during transport. The inventive apparatus may be used to secure a variety of vehicles having at least one generally rigid, elongated member, such as handlebars or a tubular frame member, to which the device is attached.