Motorcycle luggage carrier

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Description

FIG. 1 is a right side view of a luggage rack embodying the present invention;

FIG. 2 is a left side view of the luggage rack shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a top view of the luggage rack shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 4 is a front view of the luggage rack shown in FIG. 1; and,

FIG. 5 is a rear view of the luggage rack shown in FIG. 1.

The bottom view of the luggage rack is not visible in its normal or intended use because it is substantially obscured by the motorcycle. Therefore, the bottom view is not a matter of ornamental concern, and has been omitted from the drawings.

Referenced Cited
U.S. Patent Documents
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D244928 July 5, 1977 Oakes
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Other references
  • Custom Chrome 1994 Catalog, pp. 623-624. V-twin 1993 Catolog, p. 511. Harley-Davidson 1992 Accessories Catalog. Harley-Davidson 1993 Accesories Catalog, p. 20. Harley-Davidson 1995 Parts and Accessories Catalog, pp. 41, 63, 73 and 82. "Sissy Bars, Racks & Bags," from Hot Road Bikes, pp. 67-68, Jan. 1996.
Patent History
Patent number: D405412
Type: Grant
Filed: Jul 24, 1996
Date of Patent: Feb 9, 1999
Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Milwaukee, WI)
Inventors: Donald M. Gogan (Brookfield, WI), Thomas G. Parsons (Dousman, WI)
Primary Examiner: Melody N. Brown
Law Firm: Michael, Best & Friedrich LLP
Application Number: 0/57,407
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Cycle Type (24) (D12/407)
International Classification: 1216;