Abstract: A straddle seat assembly having a backrest and a straddle seat is disclosed. The straddle seat has a base structure that has an upper surface to which a resiliently deformable top portion is connected. The resiliently deformable top portion covers at least partially the upper surface. The backrest is selectively connected to the resiliently deformable top portion at either one of at least two positions along a length of the straddle seat such that deformation of the top portions permits movement of the backrest. A personal watercraft having the straddle seat assembly is also disclosed.

Abstract: A straddle seat assembly having a backrest and a straddle seat is disclosed. The straddle seat has a base structure that has an upper surface to which a resiliently deformable top portion is connected. The resiliently deformable top portion covers at least partially the upper surface. The backrest is selectively connected to the resiliently deformable top portion at either one of at least two positions along a length of the straddle seat such that deformation of the top portions permits movement of the backrest. A personal watercraft having the straddle seat assembly is also disclosed.

Abstract: A foldable, elevating walker chair is disclosed having a height adjustment mechanism and a height limiter. The elevating walker chair has a unique lifting mechanism that allows the chair to be readily raised and lowered without motors. The weight of the elevating walker chair may be optimized by use of innovative bracing struts. The folding mechanism allows the elevating walker chair to achieve a compact configuration. Innovative components such as a swivel seat, hinges, seatbelt, telescoping wheel mounts, height adjustment devices and safety mechanisms may be included in the elevating walker chair.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rotating front part of an aircraft turbomachine intake comprising bolts for attaching a cone tip to an internal support, each bolt comprising a rear end that is screwed into the support and a front end that receives a clamping nut, a rotation-prevention portion of non-circular cross section of each bolt engaging with a hole of corresponding cross section of a rotation-prevention ring. Also provided are extraction bolts, of which a rear end is screwed into the filling piece, each bolt passing through a cone tip flange. Finally, the invention is configured such that, after removal of the nuts, forward tension on the bolts allows the removal of an assembly comprising the tip and the filling piece, while keeping the bolts screwed to the support.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rotating front part of an aircraft turbomachine intake comprising bolts for attaching a cone tip to an internal support, each bolt comprising a rear end that is screwed into the support and a front end that receives a clamping nut, a rotation-prevention portion of non-circular cross section of each bolt engaging with a hole of corresponding cross section of a rotation-prevention ring. Also provided are extraction bolts, of which a rear end is screwed into the filling piece, each bolt passing through a cone tip flange. Finally, the invention is configured such that, after removal of the nuts, forward tension on the bolts allows the removal of an assembly comprising the tip and the filling piece, while keeping the bolts screwed to the support.

Abstract: A vehicle straddle seat has a base extending generally in a first direction from a first edge. A backrest, formed integrally with the base, is spaced from the first edge and extends away from the base in a second direction generally perpendicular to the first direction. The backrest includes a first surface facing generally towards the first edge and a second surface facing away therefrom. A plurality of ribs formed on at least one of the first and second surfaces extends at least in the second direction. The plurality of ribs is configured to allow flexing of at least a portion of the backrest with respect to the base towards the first edge and away therefrom. The first surface is rigidly connected to the second surface so that the first and second surfaces flex together with respect to the base. Latch mechanisms and vehicles having the seat are also disclosed.

Abstract: A vehicle has a frame, and an engine and a steering assembly including a handlebar 5 connected to the frame. The laterally extending handlebar defines a handlebar axis. A throttle body, in fluid communication with the engine, has a throttle valve having open and closed positions for controlling fluid flow to the engine. A throttle control module, controlling the position of the throttle valve, comprises a housing rotatably connected to the handlebar and a lever operatively connected to the throttle valve to control its position. The lever extends 10 laterally from the housing and connects pivotably thereto. The pivot axis is perpendicular to the handlebar axis and spaced from the handlebar. The lever pivots between an idle and drive position.

Abstract: A vehicle straddle seat has a base extending generally in a first direction from a first edge. A backrest, formed integrally with the base, is spaced from the first edge and extends away from the base in a second direction generally perpendicular to the first direction. The backrest includes a first surface facing generally towards the first edge and a second surface facing away therefrom. A plurality of ribs formed on at least one of the first and second surfaces extends at least in the second direction. The plurality of ribs is configured to allow flexing of at least a portion of the backrest with respect to the base towards the first edge and away therefrom. The first surface is rigidly connected to the second surface so that the first and second surfaces flex together with respect to the base. Latch mechanisms and vehicles having the seat are also disclosed.

Abstract: A vehicle has a frame, and an engine and a steering assembly including a handlebar 5 connected to the frame. The laterally extending handlebar defines a handlebar axis. A throttle body, in fluid communication with the engine, has a throttle valve having open and closed positions for controlling fluid flow to the engine. A throttle control module, controlling the position of the throttle valve, comprises a housing rotatably connected to the handlebar and a lever operatively connected to the throttle valve to control its position. The lever extends 10 laterally from the housing and connects pivotably thereto. The pivot axis is perpendicular to the handlebar axis and spaced from the handlebar. The lever pivots between an idle and drive position.

Abstract: A vehicle has a cockpit area and lateral passages for the ingress and egress of a rider to and from the cockpit area. At least one lateral flexible cover selectively extends at least partially across at least one of the lateral passages. The cover has at least one upper attachment point connected to the roll cage, at least one lower attachment point connected to one of the frame and the roll cage, and a forward attachment point selectively connected to one of the frame and the roll cage. When the forward attachment point is connected to the one of the frame and the roll cage, the at least one lateral flexible cover extends forwardly and downwardly from the at least one upper attachment point to the forward attachment point, and forwardly and upwardly from the at least one lower attachment point to the forward attachment point.

Abstract: A vehicle is disclosed having at least one sound output device to receive an output of at least one audio signal transmitting device. A display device has a plurality of display modes. A first plurality of buttons (254) includes four first buttons arranged in a generally circular pattern. At least one second button (256,258) is arranged in proximity to the generally circular pattern. One of the second buttons selects a display mode of the display device. The first plurality of buttons controls the output of a audio signal transmitting device associated with the selected display mode. An output of the sound-producing device associated with the selected mode is transmitted to the rider via the at least one sound output device. One of the second buttons changes a function of at least one of the first plurality of buttons.

Abstract: A vehicle has a cockpit area and lateral passages for the ingress and egress of a rider to and from the cockpit area. At least one lateral flexible cover selectively extends at least partially across at least one of the lateral passages. The cover has at least one upper attachment point connected to the roll cage, at least one lower attachment point connected to one of the frame and the roll cage, and a forward attachment point selectively connected to one of the frame and the roll cage. When the forward attachment point is connected to the one of the frame and the roll cage, the at least one lateral flexible cover extends forwardly and downwardly from the at least one upper attachment point to the forward attachment point, and forwardly and upwardly from the at least one lower attachment point to the forward attachment point.

Abstract: A straddle seat has a top portion having a rear portion and a front portion. Two side portions extend downwardly from the top portion. The front portion extends upwardly and forwardly from the rear portion. The front portion is hourglass shaped and has a narrowing. The front portion has a pair of lateral wings extending laterally outwardly above at least part of the two side portions for covering at least in part knees and thighs of a driver. A personal watercraft having such a straddle seat is also described. The personal watercraft has a helm assembly and footrests having middle sections disposed rearwardly of the helm assembly. Front sections extend upwardly and forwardly from the middle sections forming a first angle. Rear sections extend upwardly and rearwardly from the middle sections forming a second angle. The first angle is greater than the second angle.

Abstract: A vehicle is disclosed. having at least one sound output device to receive an output of at least one audio signal transmitting device. A display device has a plurality of display modes. A first plurality of buttons (254) includes four first buttons arranged in a generally circular pattern. At least one second button (256,258) is arranged in proximity to the generally circular pattern. One of the second buttons selects a display mode of the display device. The first plurality of buttons controls the output of a audio signal transmitting device associated with the selected display mode. An output of the sound-producing device associated with the selected mode is transmitted to the ' rider via the at least one sound output device. One of the second buttons changes a function of at least one of the first plurality of buttons.

Abstract: An adaptor shank for SDS format pneumatic hammer/drill guns, the adaptor shank having a drill bit receiving end with drill bit locking means and an SDS format end for locking engagement with SDS format pneumatic hammer/drill gun, thereby allowing the drill bit alone to be discarded and replaced upon wear or breakage.

Abstract: A gauge (100) for measuring wear of a trailer kingpin (10) provides, for each of the base (20) and shank (30) parts of a kingpin, two contiguous slots (118 and 120, and 114 and 116, respectively), one slot (118, 114) sized to indicate sufficient wear to warrant scheduling replacement or rebuilding, and the other, more lateral slot (120, 116), sized to indicate failure due to excessive wear. In described embodiments, the two pairs of contiguous slots (118 and 120, 114 and 116) are joined in the middle of the gauge (100) by an entrance area (112). A respective kingpin base (20) or shank (30) that does not pass, at its widest point, from the entrance area (112) into the respective slot (118, 114) has not worn to the point of warranting replacement or rebuilding. Embodiments of the kingpin gauge (100) may also have spaced apart open slots (141, 142) for measuring the length and trueness of a kingpin along its vertical axis (50).

Abstract: A retaining arrangement is provided for retaining a bearing around a stub shaft having a machined cavity and which includes a ring forming a stop for the bearing nut and a locking piece.

Abstract: An orbital lathe for resurfacing a fifth wheel kingpin having a support column insertable between the kingpin and an underlying surface generally axially aligned with the kingpin. A cutting tool is mounted for rotation about a pin axis and has a first positioner for moving the cutting tool radially relative to the pin axis and a second positioner for rotating the cutting tool about an axis generally orthoginal to the pin axis. A driver is provided for rotating the cutting tool about the pin axis to cause the cutting tool to remove material from the kingpin. A transport mechanism acts between the support column and the first and second positioner to move the first and second positioners and in turn the cutting tool along the pin axis.