Abstract: A saddlebag mounting system that eliminates the need for external fasteners on the rear fender and corresponding tail section. The saddlebag is mounted to the inner surface of the rear fender using a saddlebag mounting system, including a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket preferably includes an inner bracket coupled to the inner surface of the rear fender, and an outer bracket coupled to the inner bracket, the saddlebag being mounted to the outer bracket. The rear fender can be provided with an inner support mounted to the inner surface to facilitate attachment of the inner bracket. For example, the inner support can include a slotted opening, and a fastener can be used to couple the inner bracket to the inner support.

Abstract: A locking anti-theft device operates between any paired collapsedly opposed members of a folding wheelchair to selectively prevent folding. Each end of the anti-theft device is attached, either permanently or removably, to any paired collapsedly opposed members of the wheelchair such that when the device is in the locked position the central pivot point, about which the left and right portion of the device are pivotally attached, is restricted from pivoting thus preventing the wheelchair from folding.

Abstract: An anti-rollback assembly adapted or adaptable for use in combination with a wheelchair. The anti-rollback assembly includes a one-way brake assembly automatically immobilizing the wheelchair against rearward movement when the occupant attempts to rise from or sit in a seat member of the wheelchair, yet at the same time does not prevent the wheelchair from moving in a forward direction. Conversely, when the occupant is fully seated in the seat member, the one-way brake assembly is disengaged so that the wheelchair can move freely in forward or rearward directions. The assembly can be retrofitted onto existing wheelchairs, and is adjustable to fit various size wheelchairs.

Abstract: A vehicle including a variable gear ratio steering device and an electric power steering apparatus is disclosed. The variable gear ratio steering device influences on a steering system of the vehicle and varies a ratio of a steering angle of steerable road wheels to a steering wheel angle by driving an electric motor in accordance with a vehicle speed. The electric power steering apparatus influences on the steering system of the vehicle and provides an assist steering wheel torque by driving an electric motor in accordance with a manual steering wheel torque. The vehicle comprises a power supply voltage detector for detecting a voltage of a power supply, and a control unit for controlling the electric motor of said variable gear ratio steering device in accordance with the detected voltage. When the detected voltage decreases to a certain voltage or lower, the control unit brings the variable gear ratio steering device into a slow state and thereafter stops the same.

Abstract: A playcart movable with hands has two wheel supports each has a side wheel fitted onto it. The wheel supports are each connected to a connecting plate with two pins. The connecting plates are each connected to one of two bent ends of a front support member, and can be relocated on the front support member to change a width of the playcart for users of various bodily sizes. A main support member connected with a seat member is separably secured to the front member; the seat member can be relocated on the main support to change a length of the playcart. The wheel supports each can be pivoted inwards to fold the playcart for easy storage when one of the pins is removed.

Abstract: To provide a bottom link type front wheel suspension for a motorcycle, which allows accessories such as a headlamp to be easily arranged in front of a front fork. A bottom link type front wheel suspension includes a top bridge and a bottom bridge mounted on upper and lower portions of a steering stem; front forked portions having upper ends mounted on the top and bottom bridges; front wheel supporting arms having front ends vertically swingably connected to the lower ends of the front forked portions; rods having lower ends connected to middle points of the front wheel supporting arms; an arm vertically swingably extending forwardly from the bottom bridge and connected to the upper ends of the rods via a rod hanger; dampers having lower ends connected to the arm; and an upper bracket mounted on the upper portions of the front forked portions and connected to the upper ends of the dampers, wherein the center of the damper substantially corresponds to the center, of the front forked portion.

Abstract: A kit for converting a conventional wheelchair into an obstacle-mounting wheelchair, allowing an occupant to glide over obstacles such as sidewalk curbs. After removal of the large rear wheels and smaller front wheels of a conventional wheelchair, a pair of triangular belted support members are fitted to the frame of the wheelchair such that the frame hangs in a pendulum arrangement from the support members. The support members each have a rubber belt extending around their periphery on bearing mounts, and the wheelchair is propelled by an occupant grasping a portion of the two belts at the front of the support members and moving the belts downward. A pair of guide members are attached through spring-biased axles to a forward position on the wheelchair frame or a forward position on the support members. The guide members extend in an upward forward orientation, and rotate against bias when the front of the wheelchair encounters a curb or other obstacle.

Abstract: A cambered surfaced tensioning block is provided that is used in conjunction with the rear suspension of a typical snowmobile when sufficient lateral force is applied. The tensioning block fits within an open ended block housing which is attached to the slide rail components of the rear suspension in a position that is just rearward of the point at which the spring arms are attached. The upper surface of the tensioning block is formed in a curve in a manner so that the radius of that curve lessens as you move rearward thus, creating a cambered surface. The cambered upper surface of the tensioning block is utilized to move the load point of the suspension spring arm closer to the point of force application as the lateral force applied to the suspension increases. Therefore, the use of the present invention provides a rear suspension spring characteristic that grows increasingly stiff as more and more lateral force is applied to it.

Abstract: A vehicle has a connecting tube for air intake disposed on the same side of the vehicle as an exhaust pipe. The connecting tube and the exhaust pipe are disposed on opposite sides of one of right and left side pivot plates, the pivot plates supporting a swing arm.

Abstract: A tow line connector including a base attached to a towable vehicle, a free end extending out from the base, an opening disposed between the base and the free end, and a pair of notches formed between the opening and the free end. A loop formed in a tow line is threaded through the opening, extended over the free end to engage the notches, and pulled taut to form a quick and easy connection of the tow line to the towable vehicle. In one embodiment, the base includes an attachment flange that is heat sealed to the towable vehicle, and in a second embodiment, the base includes a closed slot that receives a towing strap of a towable vehicle.

Abstract: A saddlebag mounting system that eliminates the need for external fasteners on the rear fender and corresponding tail section. The saddlebag is mounted to the inner surface of the rear fender using a saddlebag mounting system, including a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket preferably includes an inner bracket coupled to the inner surface of the rear fender, and an outer bracket coupled to the inner bracket, the saddlebag being mounted to the outer bracket. The rear fender can be provided with an inner support mounted to the inner surface to facilitate attachment of the inner bracket. For example, the inner support can include a slotted opening, and a fastener can be used to couple the inner bracket to the inner support. Preferably, the fastener includes a head portion positioned within the slotted opening.

Abstract: An electric scooter having batteries concealed below the standing platform in a multipurpose battery pan, an anti-lock brake, a dual suspension, a stow and carry feature, integrated electronics including brake control, throttle control, safety measures and theft protection. The dual suspension scooter includes a chassis; a steering column; a front wheel rotatably mounted on a front axle assembly; a rear wheel rotatably mounted on a rear axle assembly; a front cantilevered suspension mechanism mounted between the steering column and the front axle assembly; and a rear suspension mechanism mounted between the rear end of the chassis and the rear axle assembly.

Abstract: A front snowmobile suspension of the type having a ski carried at the front end of a trailing arm. The front end of the trailing arm is pivotably secured to the chassis by a pair of generally transversely mounted radius rods. The rear end of the trailing arm is pivotably secured to the chassis at a position sufficiently closer to the chassis centerline than the front end of the trailing arm that the trailing arm is oriented at an angle of at least about 8°, and preferably at least about 10°, with respect to the chassis centerline. In this location the rear end of the trailing arm may be positioned inboard of at least a portion of a body panel (typically the side panel)—i.e. the rear end of the trailing arm is disposed between the body panel and the centerline of the chassis.

Abstract: A suspension fork for cycles includes an operating device mounted externally on a telescopic fork leg that permits the rider to selectively shorten or lengthen the extent of relative travel between the inner and outer tubular sections of the fork. Preferably, an operating knob or lever is coupled with a rotary cylinder contained within the hollow compression rod by a torsion overload spring, thereby to displace a stop dog between extended and retracted positions relative to the compression rod via a slot contained in the compression rod wall.

Abstract: A tank cover attachment structure for a motorcycle includes a side portion of a fuel tank covered by tank covers and arranged behind a head pipe and linking the fuel tank and a seat, in that order. The support sections for the tank covers are provided on the seat and the fuel tank. By providing tank cover support sections on the seat, it is possible to directly attach the tank cover to a bottom plate of the seat, for example. Accordingly, it is possible to do away with components such as attachment stays, and it is possible to easily attach the tank cover.

Abstract: A kickstand accessory for supporting motorcycles which includes a substantially planar base having a retaining member for the foot portion of the kickstand, an upwardly angled arm and cooperating fastening members for attachment to the shank portion of the kickstand. The arm is attached at one end to the base and is formed at a predetermined angle in a upward direction with respect to the base. The retaining member is disposed on the upper surface of the base and consists of a substantially U-shaped wall for maintaining the foot portion of the kickstand in an abutting relationship. The retaining wall may also include a interior groove that releasably retains and secures the foot portion of the kickstand within the confines of the wall. The base has a relatively large surface area for particular use on soft, shifting or unstable terrains.

Abstract: A method and an arrangement for controlling a drive unit wherein a quantity, which represents the torque, is limited by a limiting value during the transition from the overrun phase of the drive unit into the traction phase. The limiting value is determined from the slip of at least one drive wheel in the overrun phase.

Abstract: A slip control method for a traction control system (TCS) used in vehicles.

Abstract: A driving force control device for a four-wheel drive vehicle including one pair of front or rear driven wheels which are driven directly by a prime mover and another pair of front or rear driven wheels which are driven via a hydraulic clutch, a first hydraulic pump which is driven by being operatively connected to the one pair of driven wheels, and a second hydraulic pump which is driven by being operatively connected to the other pair of driven wheels. The engagement force of the hydraulic clutch is controllable based on the difference in rotation of the first and second hydraulic pumps. The torque transmission to the other pair of the front or rear driven wheels can thus be controlled according to the driving conditions of the vehicle.

Abstract: A power assist apparatus which includes a battery pack that connects with a motor housing with the battery pack being removably mounted on the frame of the bicycle and the motor housing being mounting on a mounting plate which is carried by one of the support wheels of the bicycle. The power assist apparatus is designed to not only assist in the manual operation of the bicycle but also as a sole source of power for the bicycle. The mounting plate is to be affixed to the frame of the bicycle upon the desired location being selected for the mounting plate. The motor assembly operates a drive gear, pulley or sprocket which connects to a driven gear, pulley or sprocket which is mounted in conjunction with one of the support wheels of the bicycle. The motor housing may be disconnectable from the mounting plate as also the battery pack is capable of being disengaged from the frame of the bicycle permitting the bicycle to be used as a conventional bicycle without the power assist apparatus.