Combined Patents (Class 224/418)
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Patent number: 12162552Abstract: The present invention features a locking clamp capable of securing a post into a bicycle frame such that only a user can remove the locking clamp. The locking clamp may comprise a lock capable of accepting an unlocking method that only the user may utilize, ensuring security of the post to protect items stored in the post (e.g. a bicycle repair assembly). The unlocking method may depend on the type of lock implemented. The locking clamp may further comprise a first jaw extending from the lock, a second jaw extending from the lock, and a screw connecting the first jaw and the second jaw. Actuating the screw may move the first jaw closer to the second jaw thus tightening the locking clamp around an interface of the post and the bicycle frame.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2022Date of Patent: December 10, 2024Inventor: Jesus R. Enriquez
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Patent number: 12128981Abstract: A bicycle mountable storage device for stowing articles and broadcasting audio includes a container, which comprises a top piece that is hingedly engaged to a bottom piece. The bottom piece is mountable to a frame of a bicycle. A battery and a receiver are positioned in an interior space defined by the container. A speaker is engaged to the container and is operationally engaged to the battery. The receiver is operationally engaged to the battery and communicatively engaged to the speaker. The receiver receives an audio signal from an electronic device of a user and the speaker broadcasts the audio signal.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2021Date of Patent: October 29, 2024Inventor: Lorinc Szasz
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Patent number: 12091125Abstract: An ergonomic device to provide a removable tray assembly to be attached to a bicycle via one or more means is described, wherein the removable tray assembly may comprise: a tray; an interface element that attaches the tray to a mount via a locking mechanism, such as a quarter turn locking mechanism, wherein the mount comprises a clamping mechanism to attach the mount to the bicycle. According to certain embodiments, the tray may be configured for attachment to a handlebar of a bicycle, such as a stationary bicycle, to provide a platform to hold or place one or more objects.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2022Date of Patent: September 17, 2024Assignee: Foothill Products, LLCInventor: Douglas Shaller
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Patent number: 11890996Abstract: A quick release securing system is disclosed. The system may include a first plate, a second plate, a third plate, and a quick-release assembly. The first plate is coupled to an inside surface of a container, such as a tool bag, and to a second plate on the outside surface of the tool bag with fastening means. The second plate is releasably secured to the third plate which is fixedly coupled to a support structure, such as a UTV or an ATV. The second plate and third plate are quickly and easily attachable and detachable from each other by user operating a quick-release assembly of the system.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2023Date of Patent: February 6, 2024Assignee: Jackson Design and Development, LLCInventor: Conor Jackson
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Patent number: 11267407Abstract: A snowmobile including a support member mounted to a chassis of the snowmobile and configured to support at least one of a seat and a fuel tank of the snowmobile. A first accessory is in cooperation with the support member and is mounted to the chassis behind the support member.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2019Date of Patent: March 8, 2022Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Hedlund, Evan M. Rosemore
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Patent number: 11136085Abstract: A luggage rack for a motorcycle has a central body, a first wing element to one side of the central body, with a first fin extending at a right angle from the first wing element at an end of the first wing element, a second wing element to an opposite side of the central body, with a second fin extending at substantially a right angle from the second wing element at an end of the second wing element, a first and a second planar panel, spaced equally apart, parallel, and oriented vertically, extending downward and forward, each planar panel having a first notch facing forward at the forward extremity, and each planar panel having a second notch at a position rearward from the first notch, the second notch for each panel having a spring-loaded locking mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2020Date of Patent: October 5, 2021Inventor: Christian K Hampton
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Patent number: 11027791Abstract: A universal motorcycle storage case mounting assembly that detachably secures to a motorcycle or other vehicle, allowing a user to safely transport personal belongings to a destination. The mounting assembly utilizes two main components a base frame and a platform, with a storage case being couplable to the platform, forming a transportable storage case. In order to secure to a motorcycle or other vehicle, the mounting assembly utilizes a triple-locking system, including a base latch bracket that attaches to the motorcycle; a receipt on the platform; and a platform latch bracket, the receipt and the platform latch bracket configured to secure the platform to the base frame. As a result of the locking system, the storage case requires force to detach from the motorcycle, thereby preventing inadvertent detachment. Upon arrival at a destination, a rider can detach the transportable storage case, rather than leave belongings on the motorcycle.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2018Date of Patent: June 8, 2021Inventor: Francis S. Sliwa
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Patent number: 11019429Abstract: The present application relates to the field of stereophonic devices and discloses a wearable stereophonic device comprising a right shell, a center shell and a left shell, wherein two sides of the center shell are connected to the right shell and the left shell via adjustment slide strips (3), respectively. In the present invention, 5.0 surround sound is supported; a massage function can be provided while enjoying music; the interferences from external noise is reduced by open-ear active noise cancelling control; and, the wearable stereophonic device can be cooperatively connected and used with other advanced application technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR), and compatible to other applications and devices such as electronic sports, smart motorbikes or smart bikes.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2018Date of Patent: May 25, 2021Inventor: Lok Hin Hui
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Patent number: 10625810Abstract: A mounting assembly for releasably securing a radio handset microphone to a motorcycle handlebar is provided. The mounting assembly includes a bracket element to extend partially around a motorcycle handlebar and a rigid plate extending from the bracket element. The bracket element is adapted to be joined to the motorcycle handlebar such that the bracket element partially surrounds the motorcycle handlebar. The rigid plate includes a mounting surface for mounting a radio handset microphone thereto. The mounting surface generally extends over the handlebar and is easily accessible to the motorcycle occupant. The mounting assembly may be combined with a carrier and a handset adapter to provide a mounting system with a secure landing zone that firmly holds the radio handset microphone in place.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2016Date of Patent: April 21, 2020Assignee: Innovative Products, Inc.Inventors: Bryan J. Schreiber, Michael J. Tinter
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Patent number: 10065698Abstract: A universal motorcycle storage case mounting assembly that detachably secures to a motorcycle or other vehicle, allowing a user to safely transport personal belongings to a destination. The mounting assembly utilizes two main components—a base frame and a platform, with a storage case being couplable to the platform, forming a transportable storage case. In order to secure to a motorcycle or other vehicle, the mounting assembly utilizes a triple-locking system, including a base latch bracket that attaches to the motorcycle; a receipt on the platform; and a platform latch bracket, the receipt and the platform latch bracket configured to secure the platform to the base frame. As a result of the locking system, the storage case requires force to detach from the motorcycle, thereby preventing inadvertent detachment. Upon arrival at a destination, a rider can detach the transportable storage case, rather than leave belongings on the motorcycle.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2017Date of Patent: September 4, 2018Inventor: Francis S. Sliwa
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Patent number: 9731782Abstract: A mounting bracket plate for a personal electronic device for attaching to a motor vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2014Date of Patent: August 15, 2017Assignee: Paleo-Tech ConceptsInventor: James W. Kondrat
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Patent number: 9045187Abstract: A saddle-ride type vehicle that does not require dismounting of a handhold regardless of the presence or absence of a carrier member. A stay member includes an outer portion situated beyond a seat in the outward direction of the vehicle body. A recess dented upwardly is formed in an underside of the outer portion. Because the recess is formed in the underside of the outer portion, a pillion passenger can grasp the recess after a carrier member has been dismounted from the stay member. In short, the recess serves as a handhold. The stay member remains attached to a seat rail either when the carrier member is mounted or dismounted. This eliminates the need to detach the handhold regardless of the presence or absence of the carrier member.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2013Date of Patent: June 2, 2015Assignee: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.Inventors: Yoji Komatsu, Takuma Koishikawa, Keita Mikura
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Patent number: 8919158Abstract: An opening/closing and hooking/releasing system of a suitcase for motorcycles is described, provided with a lower shell and an upper shell. On the bottom portion of the lower shell reversible hooking means to a support plate fixed to the motorcycle are provided. On the lower shell a plaque is made integral, on which are obtained a first release button of the suitcase with respect to the support plate, a second opening button of the upper shell and a locking block. The first and the second buttons are mobile along a predetermined direction. A rotatable under-locking ring is rigidly constrained to the locking block, said ring being provided with a pair of counter-posed protruding teeth and able to rotate in support on the side wall to shift from a first simultaneous blocking position of the first and second buttons to a second simultaneous release position of such first and second button.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2011Date of Patent: December 30, 2014Assignee: Givi S.R.L. UnipersonaleInventor: Giuseppe Visenzi
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Patent number: 8887974Abstract: An adjustable accessory support assembly for a motorcycle accessory includes a base connectable to a support bracket mounted on a motorcycle and a slider accessory connectable to the motorcycle accessory and coupled to the base. The slider assembly is configured to transition from a first, locked configuration to a second, unlocked configuration. In the locked configuration, relative movement between the slider assembly and the base is prevented, whereas in the unlocked configuration, the slider assembly is moveable relative to the base to allow the motorcycle accessory to be repositioned relative to the support bracket.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2011Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: Kuryakyn Holdings, LLCInventor: Christopher D. Lindloff
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Publication number: 20140291368Abstract: A system for rewarding a rider for achieving milestones having an insert attached to a top support member, front support member and rear support member of a frame of a non-motorized personal vehicle; a removable section removably attached to said insert so that when rider achieves a milestone, the rider can receive a reward in the form of a removable section from the vendor and attach the reward to the insert; and reward components taken from the group consisting of printed material, beads, lights, LED lights, streamers, ornamentation, colors, logos, pinwheels and pockets.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2014Publication date: October 2, 2014Applicant: Zike, LLCInventor: Nathan A. Scolari
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Publication number: 20140263508Abstract: A carrier apparatus is disclosed for attachment to a bicycle to carry a number of items including sporting good items. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a receptacle suspended from a fixed rear support and a movable front support. The receptacle includes a panel having a rear end connected to the rear support and a front end connected to the front support to cause the receptacle to be suspended therefrom. The apparatus includes a resilient member connecting the front support to the rear support, wherein the front support is tetheringly movable toward and away from the rear support to vary the opening and closing of the receptacle to receive and thereafter secure therein a plurality of differently sized items.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: R2 DESIGN LAB, INC.Inventors: Robert C. Jack, Ryan D. Jack
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Patent number: 8701951Abstract: A vehicle includes a high voltage traction battery, a front door trim including a removable trim panel, a removable/portable bag integral to the removable trim panel for storing inside the front door trim when the removable trim panel is attached to the front door trim. A charge cord kit is contained in the removable/portable bag, and includes a charge cord for connecting to an electrical power supply to charge the high voltage traction battery.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2010Date of Patent: April 22, 2014Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Marc Jonathon Lucas, Kathleen Pecoraro
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Patent number: 8662506Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multi-function cart for storing and transporting emergency or other supplies. The multi-function cart comprises two shells that can be secured together to form a transportable storage container. When separated, each shell is convertible into various configurations that can be used to sustain life during and after a disaster as well as to clean-up and rebuild after a disaster has occurred. The multi-function cart can also be used recreationally. In this manner, the multi-function cart enables victims to quickly care for themselves, and encourages victims to immediately begin the clean-up and rebuilding process. Each shell is convertible into different configurations using various tubes. Hub brackets on opposing sides of the shell include adapters to which any of the tubes can be connected. The tubes can be connected to the adapters in an upward or a downward orientation to form different configurations.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2012Date of Patent: March 4, 2014Inventor: Troy Bengtzen
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Patent number: 8387939Abstract: A mounting support for mounting an object, such as a light, flashlight or the like, to a mounting surface is disclosed. The support comprises a body to which may be coupled the object, at least two legs projecting from the body, the legs comprising opposed divergently arcuate inner surfaces each providing at least one abutment point for abutting the legs upon the mounting surface, and a fastener for maintaining the abutment. The object or light may be integrally, fixedly, pivotally or otherwise coupled to the body.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2007Date of Patent: March 5, 2013Assignee: The Flewelling Ford Family TrustInventor: Timothy D. F. Ford
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Publication number: 20110139843Abstract: A device for adjusting the position of the seat-back mounted on a travel luggage pack on the back of a motorcycle is disclosed. The device consists of a slide assembly mounted between the motorcycle and the luggage pack. The slide assembly comprises two parallel slide rails movably mounted on fixed lower tracks which are mounted to the back of the motorcycle. The slide rails are attached to the combined luggage pack and seat-back to allow movement of the seat-back. The device further comprises a latching mechanism to lock the slide assembly into place in selected positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2009Publication date: June 16, 2011Inventors: Barry H. Thomas, Chris'Ann Thomas
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Publication number: 20100200630Abstract: An adapting apparatus for mounting an accessory equipment on a bicycle is disclosed. The adapting apparatus comprises: a base having a mounting mechanism, a securing mechanism and a lock; an adaptor detachably mounted to the mounting mechanism of the base, the adaptor having an adapting mechanism for connecting to an accessory equipment; and a securing member detachably connected to the base through the securing mechanism and fastened to a portion of a bicycle; wherein, the lock, the mounting mechanism and the adaptor being configured such that the adaptor can be detached from the mounting mechanism only when the lock is unlocked.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2010Publication date: August 12, 2010Applicant: Sinox Company LTD.Inventors: Chia-Fang Yu, Mao-Yi Chen, Wen-Chun Cheng, Kuan-Chien Chen
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Publication number: 20100163589Abstract: A storage device having a lockable container for securely storing small items, attaches to the support frame of a bicycle, and further serves as a holder for a U-shaped bicycle lock. According to a preferred embodiment, the bicycle attachment element is lockable and attachable to the bicycle frame only when the container is in an open position. Once the lock box is locked, it cannot be removed from the bicycle frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2008Publication date: July 1, 2010Inventors: Kenneth Kwak, Eric Darnas
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Publication number: 20100127029Abstract: A removable carrier of a two-wheeled vehicle includes a supporting member, and a lock; the supporting member has several hooked hanging parts on each of two lateral sides of its upper end, and two lateral stopping parts; each of the hooked hanging parts has a tubular holding part joined on its outward end; the supporting member has a propping component on an upper portion, which is under the hooked hanging parts, and which has front and rear hanging parts protruding therefrom; the lock includes a lock body, and an U-shaped locking rod; in use, a bag is hung on the hooked hanging parts at its carry handles, and propped against the lateral supporting parts, and the lock is joined on the supporting member with the U-shaped locking rod being passed through the tubular holding parts and fixedly joined to the lock body, thus protecting the bag against theft.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2008Publication date: May 27, 2010Inventor: Kuo-Jen Lee
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Publication number: 20100065596Abstract: A luggage carrier for a two wheeled vehicle comprising an open topped container secured to the vehicle. The open topped container having a hinged lid, the lid adapted to provide a seal for the open topped container. The luggage carrier also has a releasable latch, the latch adapted to secure the container in a closed position. The luggage carrier has an alarm system for alarming the luggage carrier and a remote control mechanism for arming and disarming the alarm system.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 5, 2007Publication date: March 18, 2010Inventor: Sau Leong Lim
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Publication number: 20090071993Abstract: A cargo rack assembly is provided for a vehicle. The cargo rack assembly defines an inner region and includes a restraint assembly disposed at least partially within the inner region. The restraint assembly includes a belt and a carrier. The belt extends between a first end portion and a second end portion. The second end portion of the belt is attached to the carrier. The carrier is configured to facilitate selective dispensation of the first end portion of the belt between a stored position in which the first end portion is adjacent to the cargo rack assembly, and an extended position in which the first end portion is spaced from the cargo rack assembly. A vehicle including a cargo rack assembly is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2007Publication date: March 19, 2009Inventor: Rowdy L. Joseph
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Patent number: 7175192Abstract: A foldable bicycle includes a frame. A first foldable device is connected to a top tube of the frame so as to fold a front wheel together with a head tube and a handlebar backward at the first foldable device such that the front and rear wheels are located parallel with each other. At least one assistant wheel is connected to a lower end of a down tube so that the at least one assistant wheel cooperates with the front and rear wheels to form a stable triangle support arrangement and the foldable bicycle can be easily moved by the at least one assistant wheel cooperating with the front and rear wheels. A carry rack is located above the rear wheel, which can be positioned by engaging pivot rods of the carry rack with engaging members on two support rods connected to a hub of the front wheel.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 2006Date of Patent: February 13, 2007Inventor: I Shyong Lu
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Patent number: 6484914Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2001Date of Patent: November 26, 2002Inventor: Barry A. Willey
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Patent number: 6336649Abstract: An improved structure foldable bicycle that provides for the folding of the major sections of a bicycle, easy portability and storage, safety and stability, time and energy savings, and additional practicality which is comprised of upper and lower plates as well as a cam lever between the top tube and head tube of the front frame that enables folding and securing, with a quick-release stem clamp between the top tube and the handlebar providing for handlebar extension and retraction. An insert box and an insert block as well as a coupler box and an coupler block are respectively disposed between the upper and lower extents between the front frame and the rear frame that provide for folding and securing. A quick-release clamp installed between the seatpost and the seatpost tube at the lower extent of the saddle provides for extension, retraction, and tightening into position. A side stand installed at the lower extent of the rear frame provides for the vertical posturing of the folded frame.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2000Date of Patent: January 8, 2002Inventor: Chin-Chuan Lin
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Patent number: 5931361Abstract: The bicycle rack/bag assembly comprises a rack which depends from a seat post over a rear wheel of a bicycle. A plurality of accessories, such as a pack or bag, a drawer, and a mud flap may be engaged to the rack, each individually, or in any desired combination. The rack includes a quick connect/release assembly for easily engaging the rack to a seat post of substantially any diameter.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 1996Date of Patent: August 3, 1999Inventor: Charles Martin Schwimmer
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Patent number: 5725138Abstract: A luggage rack and backrest assembly mountable to a motorcycle. The assembly includes a luggage rack portion and a backrest. The backrest is both removably secured to the luggage rack portion and adjustable relative to the luggage rack portion.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 1996Date of Patent: March 10, 1998Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor CompanyInventor: Phillip J. Zagrodnik
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Patent number: 5664715Abstract: A luggage carrier assembly including a luggage carrier and a pair of latching mechanisms mounted on the luggage carrier for securing the luggage carrier to a motorcycle mount upon movement of the luggage carrier toward the mount. The luggage carrier includes a pair of side plates each having a recess engageable with the mount, and the latching mechanisms each include a latch member pivotally mounted on the side plates movable relative to the side plates between an unlatched position, in which the recesses are engageable and disengageable with the mount, and a latched position, in which the recess is held in engagement with the mount. The luggage carrier further includes a locking member movable relative to the latch member between an unlocked position, in which the latch member is movable between the latched and unlatched positions, and a locked position, in which the latch member is held in the latched position.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 1995Date of Patent: September 9, 1997Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor CompanyInventors: Donald Michael Gogan, Stephen Lloyd Galbraith, Geoffrey Thomas Williams