Patents Assigned to Pit Bull Products, Inc.
  • Publication number: 20240278862
    Abstract: The invention is an extension of a reversible motorcycle stand handle for the purpose of additional leverage that is itself reversible to accommodate various positions of the motorcycle stand handle. It is tailored specifically to work with a single-sided swingarm stand, known as the One-Armed Rear Stand. It addresses the unique geometry of that stand but can be used in other similar applications. It adds additional leverage to allow smaller/lighter persons to lift larger/heavier motorcycles with greater ease. It incorporates an angle such that the user's hand and fingers do not contact the ground regardless of whether it is configured for the handle to face forward or rearward with respect to the motorcycle. It incorporates a spring-loaded pin lock to allow it to be reversed 180 degrees or be removed from the motorcycle stand handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2023
    Publication date: August 22, 2024
    Applicant: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20240023662
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a helmet holder. The helmet holder allows a helmet to be safely stored in a way that does not compress the internal foam or scratch exterior painted or colored surfaces. It uses four upright, angled tabs to prevent front-to-back and side-to-side motion while allowing the bottom surface of the helmet to rest on somewhat horizontal surfaces. Each of the four tabs has a projection for hooking a bungee net, allowing the helmet to be safely constrained. The holder also has hooks for holding hangable items such as keys. It is expandable to add hooks for smaller items such as gloves and an adapter for hangers to hang jackets or full body suits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2023
    Publication date: January 25, 2024
    Applicant: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Patent number: 11794834
    Abstract: A system comprising a lever-actuated lock for removable motorcycle stand handle. The motorcycle stand has a removable handle configured to attach to a primary receiver extending outwardly away from a U-shaped stand frame such that when the removable handle is secured to the primary receiver the motorcycle stand is configured to lift an end of a motorcycle off a surface. The lever release mechanism positioned on an end of the removable handle and configured for a single handed release by a user, the lever release mechanism having a locking configuration configured to secure the removable handle component to the primary receiver and having an locking configuration configured to allow for the removable of the removable handle from the primary receiver post.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2023
    Assignee: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20220379984
    Abstract: A system comprising a lever-actuated lock for removable motorcycle stand handle. The motorcycle stand has a removable handle configured to attach to a primary receiver extending outwardly away from a U-shaped stand frame such that when the removable handle is secured to the primary receiver the motorcycle stand is configured to lift an end of a motorcycle off a surface. The lever release mechanism positioned on an end of the removable handle and configured for a single handed release by a user, the lever release mechanism having a locking configuration configured to secure the removable handle component to the primary receiver and having an locking configuration configured to allow for the removable of the removable handle from the primary receiver post.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2021
    Publication date: December 1, 2022
    Applicant: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Patent number: 11001484
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a motorcycle axle holder assembly device for use with a motorcycle stand. The assembly device includes a plate and a cylindrical section positioned on the plate. The cylindrical section has an opening configured to be attached to a cylindrical member extending from the motorcycle stand. The device has a generally C shaped longitudinal opening with a base adjacent to the cylindrical section and a pair of arcuate arms extending from the base. The C shaped longitudinal opening is configured to suspend an end of the motorcycle axle off the surface when inserted therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2021
    Assignee: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20200354205
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a motorcycle axle holder assembly device for use with a motorcycle stand. The assembly device includes a plate and a cylindrical section positioned on the plate. The cylindrical section has an opening configured to be attached to a cylindrical member extending from the motorcycle stand. The device has a generally C shaped longitudinal opening with a base adjacent to the cylindrical section and a pair of arcuate arms extending from the base. The C shaped longitudinal opening is configured to suspend an end of the motorcycle axle off the surface when inserted therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2019
    Publication date: November 12, 2020
    Applicant: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20180163755
    Abstract: A hanger having a base that curves into a single arm that forms a U-shaped channel. A single liner fitted within the channel designed to engage and secure onto a rod. A pair of tubes extending downwardly at an angle from a centered section and the base of the frame extends downwardly into a pair of legs that secured into the centered section of a pair of tubes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2018
    Publication date: June 14, 2018
    Applicant: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Patent number: 9539929
    Abstract: A quick release anchor mechanism for tying objects to a surface. The anchor mechanism includes a bottom plate secured to a surface by a pair of riser bolts. A mounting platform defined to include a base plate with keyhole slots to fit into the riser bolts, a body extending from the base plate to a loop for attaching objects thereto, and a nape extending from the body. The nape having a spring loaded pin system that is configured to releaseably connect the mounting platform to the bottom plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Assignee: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20160355118
    Abstract: A quick release anchor mechanism for tying objects to a surface. The anchor mechanism includes a bottom plate secured to a surface by a pair of riser bolts. A mounting platform defined to include a base plate with keyhole slots to fit into the riser bolts, a body extending from the base plate to a loop for attaching objects thereto, and a nape extending from the body. The nape having a spring loaded pin system that is configured to releaseably connect the mounting platform to the bottom plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2015
    Publication date: December 8, 2016
    Applicant: PIT BULL PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20160195200
    Abstract: An apparatus for engaging a rod is defined to include a frame, at least one arm extending from the frame and a liner fitted within each arm. The frame is configured to be secured to a surface. The at least one arm includes a U-shaped channel having legs curved into a base of the channel, and further includes an overhang lip extending over each leg. The liner includes a U-shaped profile defined to have a pair of legs extending into a base of the liner, and further includes an outside edge of the liner is grooved to define a pair of opposing flanges extending from the liner and configured to frictionally engage the U-shaped channel. Wherein when the liner is installed in the channel the overhang lips extending over the legs of the liner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2015
    Publication date: July 7, 2016
    Applicant: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles VanValkenburgh
  • Patent number: 9045184
    Abstract: A removable handle for a motorcycle stand that can be removed/replaced to face forward or rearward and on left or right side of motorcycle. When installed the handle is indexed at a precise angle to provide the correct angle for lifting the motorcycle. The handle is capable of being removed easily by removal of a single screw and when installed it is held tight by virtue of the mating male/female members that contain a star-shaped key section, a tapered/conical section and a cylindrical section. When the handle is removed from the motorcycle stand it is compact for shipping and/or storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2015
    Assignee: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles Van Valkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20150108323
    Abstract: A removable handle for a motorcycle stand that can be removed/replaced to face forward or rearward and on left or right side of motorcycle. When installed the handle is indexed at a precise angle to provide the correct angle for lifting the motorcycle. The handle is capable of being removed easily by removal of a single screw and when installed it is held tight by virtue of the mating male/female members that contain a star-shaped key section, a tapered/conical section and a cylindrical section. When the handle is removed from the motorcycle stand it is compact for shipping and/or storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2013
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Applicant: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles Van Valkenburgh
  • Patent number: 8517343
    Abstract: The motorcycle stand is capable of lifting the front of a motorcycle from either below the front axle or from the hollow steering stem of the motorcycle with no reconfiguration. The modular design also allows components to be removed or omitted to make it capable of lifting from one location or the other with less weight and a lower purchase cost. It's unique and innovative pivot axis uses the outside diameter of two co-linear tubes to lift from the steering stem. The inside diameter of the same tubes serve as pivots for swivel components that lift from below the front axle. A unique method of index-able, height adjustability allow the user to tailor to his/her preference for leverage or to adapt to a specific motorcycle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Assignee: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles N. VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20130200316
    Abstract: The motorcycle stand is capable of lifting the front of a motorcycle from either below the front axle or from the hollow steering stem of the motorcycle with no reconfiguration. The modular design also allows components to be removed or omitted to make it capable of lifting from one location or the other with less weight and a lower purchase cost. It's unique and innovative pivot axis uses the outside diameter of two co-linear tubes to lift from the steering stem. The inside diameter of the same tubes serve as pivots for swivel components that lift from below the front axle. A unique method of index-able, height adjustability allow the user to tailor to his/her preference for leverage or to adapt to a specific motorcycle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2012
    Publication date: August 8, 2013
    Applicant: PIT BULL PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Charles N. VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20120181776
    Abstract: The leverage device is intended to be installed on motorcycle stands that currently use a hex head machine screw for width adjustment. It consists of a) a female hex portion to mate with the hex head of the machine screw, b) a lever portion to be actuated by the user and c) a flat bottom to keep it captive to the machine screw. The device allows the user to loosen the screw slightly for width adjustment then re-tighten it without the use of tools. The low profile device is installed on the motorcycle stand to become a permanent part of the stand, unlike a wrench that is separate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2011
    Publication date: July 19, 2012
    Applicant: PIT BULL PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Charles N. VanValkenburgh
  • Patent number: 7694831
    Abstract: The present invention is a motorcycle wheel holder with the capability of holding four motorcycle wheels simultaneously. The holder is capable of being rolled around and folds into a closed configuration by rotating two arms into its main frame. The arms are lockable in the deployed or stored configuration via actuation of locking pins. The unique geometry of the invention allows it to be oriented vertically or horizontally.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2010
    Assignee: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles Van Valkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20080223999
    Abstract: The present invention is a motorcycle wheel holder with the capability of holding four motorcycle wheels simultaneously. The holder is capable of being rolled around and folds into a closed configuration by rotating two arms into its main frame. The arms are lockable in the deployed or stored configuration via actuation of locking pins. The unique geometry of the invention allows it to be oriented vertically or horizontally.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2007
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Applicant: PIT BULL PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Charles Van Valkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20080226410
    Abstract: The present invention is a motorcycle restraint system utilizing a trailing member linking the rear axle of the motorcycle to the floor of the transport vehicle via two hinge joints, allowing for automatic height adjustment. The restraint system allows the motorcycle to be transported without the use of tension straps, allowing both tires to rest on the floor of the transport vehicle against only the weight of the motorcycle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2007
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Applicant: PIT BULL PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Charles Van Valkenburgh
  • Patent number: 7343888
    Abstract: A poppet valve actuation system utilizing separate opening and closing cams that press against opening and closing cam followers, respectively. The opening and closing cam followers are linked to each other directly by a tension member so they move in unison. The valve is firmly connected to the opening cam follower. The opening and closing cam followers and valve are all collinear when viewed from the end of the cam shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Assignee: Pit Bull Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles N VanValkenburgh
  • Publication number: 20080053388
    Abstract: A poppet valve actuation system utilizing separate opening and closing cams that press against opening and closing cam followers, respectively. The opening and closing cam followers are linked to each other directly by a tension member so they move in unison. The valve is firmly connected to the opening cam follower. The opening and closing cam followers and valve are all collinear when viewed from the end of the cam shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2006
    Publication date: March 6, 2008
    Applicant: PIT BULL PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Charles N. VanValkenburgh