Patents Assigned to Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
  • ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION CASE ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20070017479
    Abstract: The present invention provides a motorcycle including a front wheel, a rear wheel, a frame supported by the front and rear wheels, a crankcase including a first interface portion and a first passageway exposed to the first interface portion, a reservoir located remotely from the crankcase adapted to contain a lubricant, and a transmission case supported by the frame and including a second interface portion and a second passageway exposed to the second interface portion. The second passageway is in fluid communication with the reservoir. The first interface portion is coupled to the second interface portion. The first passageway is in fluid communication with the second passageway. The first and second passageways provide fluid communication between the reservoir and the crankcase through the first and second interface portions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2006
    Publication date: January 25, 2007
    Applicant: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Brian Dondlinger, Robert Marino, Sean Rusch, Ben Lund, John Schanz
  • Cruise control indicator
    Patent number: 7159679
    Abstract: A motorcycle comprising a frame, a front wheel coupled to the frame, a rear wheel coupled to the frame and an engine adapted to propel the motorcycle. The motorcycle also includes a cruise control system including an off condition, an on condition, and a set condition operable to maintain the motorcycle at a desired speed. A cruise control indicator is electrically connected to the cruise control system and is operable to emit light of a first color when the cruise control is in the on condition and light of a second color when the cruise control is in the set condition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2007
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Carlos Sena
  • PRIMARY HOUSING ASSEMBLY FOR A MOTORCYCLE ENGINE
    Publication number: 20070000469
    Abstract: A primary housing for a motorcycle engine includes an inner housing that defines internal coupling apertures, transmission coupling apertures, and external coupling apertures. Internal fasteners extend through the internal coupling apertures and the transmission coupling apertures to couple the inner housing to the crankcase and the transmission. An outer housing defines coupling apertures that align with the external coupling apertures and fasteners extend through the coupling apertures, through the external coupling apertures, and into the engine crankcase to couple the inner and outer housings to the crankcase. A resonant damping device is rigidly or moveably coupled to an anti-node region of the outer housing to reduce noise emissions from the outer housing during engine operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2005
    Publication date: January 4, 2007
    Applicant: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Nan-Jiune Liang, Richard Pierson, Scott Nash, Alexander Bozmoski, Peter Duvernell, Sean Rusch, William Kernen, John Schanz, Samir Mesanovic, Brian Dondlinger
  • OIL PUMP FOR A MOTORCYCLE
    Publication number: 20070000470
    Abstract: An oil pump for an engine having a first cam shaft and a second cam shaft. The oil pump includes a housing and a first pump assembly at least partially disposed within the housing. The first pump assembly includes a rotating element that is adapted to be directly driven by the first cam shaft A second pump assembly is at least partially disposed within the housing. The second pump assembly includes a rotating element that is adapted to be directly driven by the second cam shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2006
    Publication date: January 4, 2007
    Applicant: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Charles Lamb, Jesse Dees
  • Fuel level gauge for a motorcycle
    Publication number: 20070000318
    Abstract: A fuel level gauge assembly for a motorcycle having a fuel tank containing fuel at a level. The fuel level gauge includes light emitting diodes (LEDs) indicating to a rider the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. A mirrored lens on the top of the gauge hides the LEDs when the LEDs are not illuminated. The fuel level gauge includes a pop-up feature allowing it to be removed from the fuel tank without the use of tools. When assembled to the tank and in a retracted position, the top surface of the fuel level gauge is substantially aligned with the top surface of the fuel tank.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2005
    Publication date: January 4, 2007
    Applicant: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Tony Nicosia, Craig DeRuyter
  • Transmission case vent
    Publication number: 20070000729
    Abstract: The present invention provides a transmission case assembly adapted for use with a motorcycle. The transmission case assembly includes a transmission case having a gear chamber adapted to contain a lubricant and generate a lubricant-laden mist during operation of the motorcycle, and a breather chamber in fluid communication with the gear chamber. The breather chamber is adapted to separate the lubricant-laden mist into lubricant and vapor and drain the separated lubricant into the gear chamber. The transmission case assembly also includes a transmission case cover coupled to the transmission case. The transmission case cover includes at least a portion of a passageway in fluid communication between the breather chamber and ambient air outside of the transmission case assembly. The passageway is adapted to exhaust the separated vapor outside of the transmission case assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2005
    Publication date: January 4, 2007
    Applicant: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Ben Lund, John Schanz, Sean Rusch
  • Compensator assembly for a motorcycle engine
    Patent number: 7143734
    Abstract: A compensator assembly for a motorcycle engine including a hub and a compensator coupled to the engine crankshaft. The compensator is axially moveable along the crankshaft axis and a sprocket is supported for rotation with respect to the crankshaft. Cam surfaces on the compensator and the sprocket cooperate to transfer engine torque from the crankshaft to the sprocket. A spring biases the compensator into engagement with the sprocket and a resilient member is positioned between the hub and the compensator to resiliently limit axial movement of the compensator toward the hub. Torque pulses from the engine are damped by allowing relative rotation between the sprocket and the crankshaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert L. Leppanen, Dereck Schlett, Michael Duley, Richard M. Runte, Jalal M. Albulushi, Richard G. Dykowski
  • Heel rest for a motorcycle
    Patent number: 7121571
    Abstract: A heel rest for a motorcycle having an exhaust pipe. The heel rest including a mounting base adapted to connect to the exhaust pipe and a heel pad coupled to the mounting base. The heel rest also includes an insulating member disposed between the heel pad and the mounting base to inhibit heat transfer between the heel pad and the mounting base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Frank Savage, Chris Fecke
  • Gauge bracket assembly
    Publication number: 20060219854
    Abstract: A gauge bracket assembly coupled to a motorcycle having handlebars. The gauge bracket assembly including an upper handlebar clamp and a gauge bracket. The upper handlebar clamp is coupled to the motorcycle to at least partially secure the handlebars to the motorcycle. The handlebar clamp includes a first connection interface. The gauge bracket includes at least one mounting section for mounting gauges and a second connection interface. The first connection interface includes one of a protruding portion and a receiving portion, and the second connection interface includes the other of the protruding portion and the receiving portion. The first connection interface is coupled to the second connection interface such that the protruding portion is received within the receiving portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2005
    Publication date: October 5, 2006
    Applicant: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Frank Sardina, Todd Wilson
  • Footpeg for a motorcycle
    Patent number: 7111375
    Abstract: A motorcycle footpeg assembly comprising a footpeg mount having a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is adapted to attach to a motorcycle. The footpeg assembly also includes a footpeg coupled to the second portion with a fastener such that the fastener is not visible from the exterior of the footpeg.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric R. Buckhouse, Brian T. Nelson, Kurt C. Nelson
  • Engine and transmission case assembly
    Patent number: 7096846
    Abstract: The present invention provides a motorcycle including a front wheel, a rear wheel, a frame supported by the front and rear wheels, a crankcase including a first interface portion and a first passageway exposed to the first interface portion, a reservoir located remotely from the crankcase adapted to contain a lubricant, and a transmission case supported by the frame and including a second interface portion and a second passageway exposed to the second interface portion. The second passageway is in fluid communication with the reservoir. The first interface portion is coupled to the second interface portion. The first passageway is in fluid communication with the second passageway. The first and second passageways provide fluid communication between the reservoir and the crankcase through the first and second interface portions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian P. Dondlinger, Robert P. Marino, Sean A. Rusch, Ben M. Lund, John Schanz
  • Mounting configuration and method for a motorcycle seat
    Patent number: 7093684
    Abstract: A seat assembly for a motorcycle that includes a frame. The seat assembly includes a seat cushion, a seat pan coupled to the seat cushion, and a front mount that extends from a forward portion of the seat pan. A rear mount extends from a rearward portion of the seat pan and a central mounting portion is located on the seat pan between the front and rear mounts. The central mounting portion defines a frame mount that latches to the frame when the seat assembly is in a first position with respect to the frame, and that releases from the frame when the seat assembly is in a second position with respect to the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2006
    Assignees: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc., Milsco Manufacturing Company
    Inventor: John S. Scott
  • Composite shifter cam for a motorcycle transmission
    Publication number: 20060162487
    Abstract: A composite shifter cam for a sequential transmission includes portions formed of a wear resistant material and portions formed of a lightweight material. The composite structure of the shifter cam allows the heavier, wear resistant material to be used only where it is required, resulting in a lightweight yet durable shifter cam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2005
    Publication date: July 27, 2006
    Applicant: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Chappelear, William Hacker
  • Jacket liner with openings for jacket accessories
    Publication number: 20060162041
    Abstract: A liner for a jacket includes a body portion and at least one opening formed in the body portion wherein at least one accessory attached to the jacket is positioned through the at least one opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2005
    Publication date: July 27, 2006
    Applicant: Harley Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Lisa Tengbom, Kristine Hien, Kathleen Whalen, Matt Thompson
  • Motorcycle saddlebag mounting system
    Publication number: 20060163302
    Abstract: A saddlebag mounting system for a motorcycle having a frame. The saddlebag mounting system includes a mounting bracket, a saddlebag bracket, and a saddlebag coupled to the saddlebag bracket. The mounting bracket is coupled to the frame and includes a saddlebag support portion and a first latch component. The saddlebag bracket includes a hook portion and a second latch component. The hook portion is positionable over the saddlebag support portion to support the saddlebag bracket. The saddlebag bracket is pivotable while being supported between a secured position when the first and second latch components are coupled together and an unsecured position when the first and second latch components are uncoupled to each other. At least one of the first and second latch components includes a release mechanism that allows the saddlebag bracket to pivot from the secured position to the unsecured position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2005
    Publication date: July 27, 2006
    Applicant: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Frederich Knoch, Stephen Fiacchino, Thomas Wargin, Christopher Fredette
  • Breather assembly for an internal combustion engine
    Patent number: 7063078
    Abstract: A breather assembly for a motorcycle engine includes first and second substantially identical rocker supports that are each coupled to a respective cylinder head. Rocker covers are coupled to the rocker supports and cooperate therewith to define respective rocker chambers. Each rocker support defines a first breather passage and a second breather passage. A first breather assembly is coupled to the first breather passage of the first rocker support, and second breather assembly is coupled to the second breather passage of the second rocker support. A gasket member positioned between the rocker supports and the cylinder heads obstructs the unused breather passages of each rocker support. A sealing member is also provided that seals the interface between the rocker support and the rocker cover, and that also seals the interface between the breather assembly and the associated breather passage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Jesse Dees, Brian G. Thate, Samir Mesanovic, Gregory Schmidt
  • Portion of a motorcycle fork
    Patent number: D524700
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Frank Savage, Mike Alstrin, Doug Reichardt, Tom Berry
  • Motorcycle rocker housing
    Patent number: D524701
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Samir Mesanovic, P. Kirk Rasmussen
  • Top cover for a motorcycle transmission
    Patent number: D527693
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: James M. Busse, Sean A. Rusch
  • Side cover for a motorcycle transmission
    Patent number: D528478
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2006
    Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.
    Inventors: James M. Busse, Sean A. Rusch