Abstract: A clamp, assembly and method for connecting a panel to a vehicle including longitudinally opposed end portions that are initially snap-fit in a loose slip-fit orientation to a vehicle support in order to adjustably fit the panel and finally coupled in a non-slip-fit orientation about a periphery of the contour of the vehicle support to fix the panel.

Abstract: An accessory mounting assembly and method of mounting to a vehicle may include an accessory bracket removably connected to a mounting bracket. The accessory bracket may include a connection mechanism including a biasing portion, a pre-load portion, a lock portion, and a release portion. The mounting bracket may include a lock groove configured to align in registration a slot on the accessory bracket and engage the lock portion in order to prevent unintentional removal of the accessory bracket from the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A clamp, assembly and method for connecting a panel to a vehicle including longitudinally opposed end portions that are initially snap-fit in a loose slip-fit orientation to a vehicle support in order to adjustably fit the panel and finally coupled in a non-slip-fit orientation about a periphery of the contour of the vehicle support to fix the panel.

Abstract: An assembly for mounting a windshield on a motorcycle including a mounting bracket and a pivotal master-link that includes a first pivotal connection with the windshield and a second pivotal connection with the mounting bracket that is fixed in relation to a triple clamp of the motorcycle. The assembly provides a cantilevered joint from the windshield to the first pivotal connection, through the master-link, from the master-link to the second pivotal connection and to the triple clamp of the motorcycle.

Abstract: An assembly for mounting a windshield on a motorcycle including a mounting bracket and a pivotal master-link that includes a first pivotal connection with the windshield and a second pivotal connection with the mounting bracket that is fixed in relation to a triple clamp of the motorcycle. The assembly provides a cantilevered joint from the windshield to the first pivotal connection, through the master-link, from the master-link to the second pivotal connection and to the triple clamp of the motorcycle.

Abstract: A snow plow with a clutch mechanism for allowing the plow blade to deflect when an off-center portion the blade strikes an obstacle. The clutch comprises two plates in axial alignment, with one plate being attached to brackets for the plow support and the other plate being attached to brackets supporting the blade. One plate has a number of small protuberances and the other plate a corresponding number of shallow pockets. The plates are releasably held in nested relation by an axially adjustable mechanism.

Abstract: A windshield for a motorcycle, which when compared to other, earlier windshields, having a more upright profile and which also has a larger radius of curvature when viewed from the top, and a greater width towards the top as opposed to a shield having a tapering profile with a narrower portion at the top.

Abstract: A noise control apparatus for a motorcycle exhaust system. The apparatus includes at least one exhaust pipe assembly having a direct pass-through mode and an indirect mode wherein exhaust gases are optionally directed through noise attenuating means. The apparatus includes at least one valve for controlling exhaust gas flow, a motor, a switch controlling said motor, a wire carrier, a wire connected between the carrier and the valve(s), and a rotary threaded drive shaft driven by the motor for moving the positioner. The threaded drive shaft includes radially extending and circumferentially facing stop means on both sides of said wire carrier. The valve is positioned under the control of the switch.

Abstract: A windshield for a motorcycle, which when compared to other, earlier windshields, having a more upright profile and which also has a larger radius of curvature when viewed from the top, and a greater width towards the top as opposed to a shield having a tapering profile with a narrower portion at the top.

Abstract: A snow plow with a clutch mechanism for allowing the plow blade to deflect when an off-center portion the blade strikes an obstacle. The clutch comprises two plates in axial alignment, with one plate being attached to brackets for the plow support and the other plate being attached to brackets supporting the blade. One plate has a number of small protuberances and the other plate a corresponding number of shallow pockets. The plates are releasably held in nested relation by an axially adjustable mechanism.

Abstract: A noise control apparatus for a motorcycle exhaust system. The apparatus includes at least one exhaust pipe assembly having a direct pass-through mode and an indirect mode wherein exhaust gases are optionally directed through noise attenuating means. The apparatus includes at least one valve for controlling exhaust gas flow, a motor, a switch controlling said motor, a wire carrier, a wire connected between the carrier and the valve(s), and a rotary threaded drive shaft driven by the motor for moving the positioner. The threaded drive shaft includes radially extending and circumferentially facing stop means on both sides of said wire carrier. The valve is positioned under the control of the switch.

Abstract: A readily removable accessory for a motorcycle or the like. The cycle has two pairs of docking points for the accessory, which is preferably a windshield and includes a pair of brackets with a pair of latching claws. Each bracket contains partial openings which are closed off partially by the claws, as well as a pair of openings in brackets to engage the other of the docking points for another part of the accessory. The windshield or other accessory may be affixed and removed from the motorcycle merely by pushing it on or pulling it off, without touching the latching claws.

Abstract: A readily removable accessory for a motorcycle or the like. The cycle has two pairs of docking points for the accessory, which is preferably a windshield and includes a pair of brackets with a pair of latching claws. Each bracket contains partial openings which are closed off partially by the claws, as well as a pair of openings in brackets to engage the other of the docking points for another part of the accessory. The windshield or other accessory may be affixed and removed from the motorcycle merely by pushing it on or pulling it off, without touching the latching claws.

Abstract: A readily removable accessory for a motorcycle or the like. The accessory is preferably a windshield and includes a pair of brackets. There is a vertical slot and a horizontal slot, defined by a pair of edges substantially parallel to each other. One of the edges has a slight projection extending toward the other, and there are two pairs of docking points. Each pair of docking points comprises a pair of flanged wheels with one flexible annular intermediate section. One wheel is insertable into one of the slots, and when the bracket is urged so as to place the other one of the wheels in its slots, the wheel undergoes a slight radial deflection after which it is strongly retained in the other slot.

Abstract: A readily removable accessory for a motorcycle or the like. The accessory is preferably a windshield and includes a pair of brackets. There is a vertical slot and a horizontal slot, defined by a pair of edges substantially parallel to each other. One of the edges has a slight projection extending toward the other, and there are two pairs of docking points. Each pair of docking points comprises a pair of flanged wheels with one flexible annular intermediate section. One wheel is insertable into one of the slots, and when the bracket is urged so as to place the other one of the wheels in its slots, the wheel undergoes a slight radial deflection after which it is strongly retained in the other slot.

Abstract: A system for mounting and removing an accessory from a motorcycle. The mounting system includes a main frame and two latching frames. The latching frames each include a latching claw biased closed by spring means. The latching frames are secured to the main frame by pivot pins. Each latching frame preferably includes a finger engaging flange, while the latching frames also include tabs cooperating with retaining arms attached to lock assemblies.

Abstract: A windshield assembly for a motorcycle. The shield includes a fixed portion and a movable portion. The movable portion moves within slots in the frame and the movable portion. A compressive force is releasably applied to hold the movable part in place, and to allow it to be moved. The assembly is held in place by mounting brackets which cooperate with locking brackets, and these attach to docking points on the cycle. The brackets or parts thereof may be frangible, wholly or in part.

Abstract: A windshield mounting system for a cycle comprising a plurality of rod members, a windshield, ball and socket units, a pair of windshield engaging flanges parallel to each other and spaced apart so as to accommodate the thickness of said windshield.

Abstract: A windshield mounting assembly which includes a pair of mounting brackets, each of which includes preformed clamping formations having a plurality of slots or tabs and other complementary clamping formations having slots or tabs, with the slots and tabs interlocking to provide an area of attachment, with said clamps being adapted to encircle and grasp the downtubes of a motorcycle front suspension. Preferably, the assembly also includes vertical stiffeners and a horizontal stiffening member.