Abstract: A compartment for containing a handheld article, is secured to the motorcycle frame and located on one side of the motorcycle and below the level of the seat. The compartment has a hinged closure on its top surface, and is positioned and configured to allow the rider to open the closure and remove articles while mounted and in motion. The hinge for the closure is located adjacent an edge of the top surface of the compartment so that the edge of the closure opposite the hinge moves upward and away from the motorcycle frame when the closure is opened. The closure readily clears the seat as it is opened, and can move past a vertical condition so that it can remain open. The interior of the compartment is provided with a block of compressible foam formed with slits for receiving articles to be stored.

Abstract: A side trunk mounting structure which enhances the external appearance of a two-wheeled motor vehicle. Mounting holes (113F, 113r) for mounting the side trunk (111) are formed in a rear fender (17). The side trunk mounting holes are located below a rider's seat (15).

Abstract: Disclosed is a low-profile storage apparatus for a motorcycle. The low-profile storage apparatus comprises a base attachable to a motorcycle. The low-profile storage apparatus also comprises a shell supported about the base, and movable between a stowing position and an open position. The low-profile storage apparatus further comprises at least one storage compartment supported by an underside of the shell, the at least one storage compartment having an opening accessible upon the shell being positioned in the open position.

Abstract: Helmet mount apparatus provides a secure helmet holder for mounting a fireman helmet in a fire truck or other emergency vehicle. Three brim brackets, one of which is slidable on a base plate against a spring bias force, clamp the brim of the helmet between the brim brackets. The helmet can be mounted by positioning the brim into the slidable brim bracket and sliding the brim bracket far enough to allow inserting the brim also into the other two brim brackets, and then releasing the helmet to allow the spring bias to clamp the helmet onto the mount apparatus.

Abstract: A mounting system for removably mounting an accessory on a fender of a motorcycle includes a mounting bracket, mounting tab, and latch. The mounting bracket is configured to be mounted on the fender. The mounting bracket includes a base plate, cover plate, standoff, mounting slot, upper recess and lower recess. The base plate is disposed upon the fender. The cover plate is configured to cover a portion of the base plate. The standoff is sandwiched between the base plate and the cover plate. The mounting slot is disposed between the base plate and the cover plate. The mounting slot is generated by the standoff being disposed between the base plate and cover plate. The upper recess is disposed at an upper edge of the mounting bracket between the base plate and the cover plate. The lower recess is disposed at a lower edge of the mounting bracket between the base plate and the cover plate. The mounting tab is configured to mate with the mounting slot. The mounting tab is affixed to a first accessory.

Abstract: A golf club carrier for a motorcycle which includes a frame with a front and a back, a top and a bottom. Two vertical supports provided as the back. The vertical supports each have a first end and a second end. A horizontal support extends perpendicular from the second end of the vertical supports. A mounting means is provided for mounting the horizontal support to a rear of a motorcycle body. A golf club bag support platform extends outwardly from the second end of the vertical support and over the horizontal support. A securing means is provided for securing a golf club bag within the frame. A cross support member is secured to the golf club bag support platform and as well as being secured to and traversing the horizontal support.

Abstract: A motorcycle mounted helmet carrier device includes a pair of linear support members each having first and second ends, each support member with a helmet receiving support plate member at the first end thereof. A linear connecting rod member is secured at each end to one linear support member to maintain the pair of support members in parallel register. The second end of each linear support member attaches to a motorcycle. Each linear support member includes at least one aperture adjacent the helmet receiving support plate at the first end thereof. Each linear support member with aperture therein is adapted for locking a helmet supported upright upon the support plate to the linear support member.

Abstract: The present invention is a sports bike-type motorcycle with a sound system deployed in major part discretely in the cowling behind the rider. The speakers are incorporated into existing features in the front of the bike, such as in the rearview mirrors. To compensate for the smaller battery of sportbikes but still deliver peak power for dynamic sound, a capacitor in electrical connection with the battery and amplifier provide effective audio response. The sound system, being incorporated into existing structural features in the sports bike, cannot be observed by passers-by and is therefore less vulnerable to theft or vandalism. Also, the profile and aerodynamics, and therefore performance characteristics of the sportsbike, are not changed or compromised by the integration of the sound system within the existing structural features of a sportsbike.

Abstract: An easily detachable golf bag carrier for a motorcycle has a platform detachably mountable on a specialized foot peg and a cradle detachably mountable on a fastening rail, all of which are preferably chromed. The foot peg has a tongue and a frame with a slot within which a coupling end of the platform may be pinned. The tongue is adapted to mate with existing foot peg mounting brackets on the motorcycle. The fastening rail has mounting holes adapted to mate with existing fender holes in a motorcycle and the cradle has an arcuate arm for embracing a golf bag which is placed on an accessory end of the platform. The fastening rail and cradle have male and female mating members. The platform and cradle may be easily detached and stored, for example in a saddlebag, and the specialized foot peg and mounting rail left in place without detracting from the motorcycle's functionality or appearance.

Abstract: A touring motorcycle modification kit comprising: an internal frame, an external frame, and a fender; wherein the fender is situated between the internal and external frames; wherein the internal frame is situated inside of the fender; wherein the internal frame comprises two portions, and wherein the two portions are bolted together; wherein the external frame is mounted on the fender at three frame mounting points; wherein two of the three frame mounting points are located on the exterior of the fender; wherein none of the three frame mounting points is located inside of the fender; wherein the external frame does not bolt to the frame mounting points but is releasably attached to the three frame mounting points; and wherein no tools are required to install or remove the external frame. The present invention can be used with a factory seat, exhaust system, wiring harness, saddle bags and tour pack.

Abstract: A touring motorcycle modification kit comprising: an internal frame, an external frame, and a fender; wherein the fender is situated between the internal and external frames; wherein the internal frame is situated inside of the fender; wherein the internal frame comprises two portions, and wherein the two portions are bolted together; wherein the external frame is mounted on the fender at three frame mounting points; wherein two of the three frame mounting points are located on the exterior of the fender; wherein none of the three frame mounting points is located inside of the fender; wherein the external frame does not bolt to the frame mounting points but is releasably attached to the three frame mounting points; and wherein no tools are required to install or remove the external frame. The present invention can be used with a factory seat, exhaust system, wiring harness, saddle bags and tour pack.

Abstract: An all terrain vehicle includes a main body and a rear fender mounted on a rear portion of the main body. The rear fender includes a rear central portion and two lateral portions extending from the rear central portion. The rear central portion of the rear fender defines a carrier surface with no bars or other members disposed on or above the carrier surface defined by the rear central portion of the rear fender. The rear central portion of the rear fender having a length that is greater than a width thereof. The rear carrier bar is arranged substantially parallel to, when viewed from above, at least a portion of an outer periphery of the rear central portion of the rear fender.

Abstract: To make it possible to easily remove intended onboard tools and to make it possible to mount a sufficient amount of loads. With respect to a vehicle, right-and-left front wheels are rotatively mounted on a body frame. A front cover covers the body frame. The front cover is integrally formed with right-and-left fender sections to cover the right-and-left front wheels. A front carrier is disposed over the front cover for mounting loads thereon. A tool storage section is provided under the front carrier so as to store onboard tools.

Abstract: A motorcycle saddlebag mounting system is provided. In one embodiment, the motorcycle saddlebag mounting system provides a rigid mount for large, or hard motorcycle saddlebags on motorcycles that previously were unable to carry large or hard saddlebags. This Abstract is provided for the sole purpose of complying with the Abstract requirement rules that allow a reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure contained herein. This Abstract is submitted with the explicit understanding that it will not be used to interpret or to limit the scope or the meaning of the claims.

Abstract: A system for attaching bicycle accessories to the frame of a bicycle is herein disclosed. The system comprises at least two of an upper mount, a lower mount, and a support arm. The upper mount is generally secured to the frame of the bicycle adjacent the junction of the seat post and seat stay of a bicycle frame. The upper mount includes a channel for receiving a first portion of a bicycle accessory. A lower mount generally includes at least one mounting post that extends generally upward from a front or rear dropout of a bicycle frame. The mounting post is adapted to secure a second portion of a bicycle accessory to the frame of the bicycle. The support arm is constructed and arranged to couple a front fork or a seat stay of a bicycle frame to the accessory so as to create a rigid structural relationship between the accessory and the bicycle frame. The attachment system of the present invention may be adapted for attaching accessories to rigid bicycle frames or to bicycle frames that include suspensions.

Abstract: A device for safely and efficiently transporting golf clubs on motorcycles wherein the golf bag is separable into two equal halves that are supported on opposite sides of the motorcycle for transport and are then secured together to form a single golf bag for use in the traditional manner to transport a plurality of golf clubs during the playing of golf.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A carrier for mounting to a motorcycle, the carrier for carrying a golf bag on the motorcycle, the motorcycle having passenger foot pegs.

Abstract: A bracket system for mounting and dismounting a musical instrument case to a motorcycle and includes two grooved mounting posts and a mounting spool attached to the frame, rear fender, or rear fender rail of the motorcycle, and a bracket system mounted on the musical instrument case to removably receive the mounting posts and spool. The system has a first bracket having an end-located post receiver groove and a vertical post receiver groove opening downward for engaging the two posts. By sliding the end-located post receiver groove over the forward post followed by rotational engagement of the rearward post by the downward opening post receiver groove of the second bracket the case is installed on the posts. The system also has a second bracket mounted on the case having an upward-opening spring biased quick-release docking latch so mounted as to securely engage and disengage a spool mounted on the motorcycle.

Abstract: The invention provides a method and apparatus utilized to mount a motorcycle fender, as well as one or more components, directly to an upper rear portion of a motorcycle frame. The upper rear portion of the frame includes one or more rear frame rails, each having a plurality of holes defined therein. These holes are further used in securing the fender and the one or more components.

Abstract: A luggage rack for a motorcycle having a shape conforming to the existing backrest on a sissy bar. The luggage rack is mounted to the existing mounting plate at brackets which may be selectively adjusted to provide the desired friction fit. The rack can be pivoted between an upright, stored position and a horizontal use position. In the stored position a stop associated with the brackets engage a portion of the rack to maintain it in a horizontal position. In one embodiment, a magnet on the rack exerts a force to retain the rack in an upright position against the sissy bar.

Abstract: A golf club rack for a motorcycle comprises a mounting plate that is removably mounted on existing holes in the side of a motorcycle fender and a cradle that is removably attachable to the mounting plate. The cradle has a bottom and upwardly extending sides that hold the golf clubs upright, preferably inclined inwardly, at the side of the motorcycle. The cradle preferably is attached to the mounting plate by a releasable mounting mechanism held in place by a single threaded fastener. Desirably, the mounting mechanism includes a mounting bracket on the cradle that is bolted on a mounting block on the mounting plate.

Abstract: A pack extension kit can rearwardly shift a pack-supporting rack that has a pair of longitudinal arms normally supported in the rear by a rear structure on a motorcycle, and in the front by a pair of front structures on the motorcycle. The kit has a pair of elongate supports and a pair of spacers. The pair of elongate supports are sized to separately cradle the longitudinal arms of the rack. Each of the elongate supports has (a) a first fastening location adapted to be attached to the rear support structure, and (b) a second fastening location adapted to be attached to the pack through one of the longitudinal arms. Each of the pair of spacers is adapted to be separately attached between one of the front structures and a corresponding one of the longitudinal arms. The motorcycle is prepared by detaching the pack and the rack.

Abstract: A golf club rack for a motorcycle comprises a mounting plate that is removably mounted on existing holes in the side of a motorcycle fender and a cradle that is removably attachable to the mounting plate. The cradle has a bottom and upwardly extending sides that hold the golf clubs upright, preferably inclined inwardly, at the side of the motorcycle. The cradle preferably is attached to the mounting plate by a releasable mounting mechanism held in place by a single threaded fastener. Desirably, the mounting mechanism includes a mounting bracket on the cradle that is bolted on a mounting block on the mounting plate.

Abstract: A readily removable storage unit for mounting on the rear fender of a motorcycle comprising a storage compartment member defining an open cavity and a cover pivotably mounted on the compartment member adjacent its front end for movement between a cavity closing position and an open position. A lock is provided on the compartment member and the cover adjacent the rear wall for securing the cover in the cavity closing position. A fastener on the bottom wall of the compartment member is engageable with the rear fender of the motorcycle, and the saddle and compartment member have a cooperating releasable tongue and bracket so that the storage unit is mounted by first engaging the saddle and then engaging the fastener in the motorcycle rear fender.

Abstract: In a rear luggage-carrier device for a motorcycle, in which a rear carrier disposed in the rear of a pillion portion for a tandem rider is supported by a pair of stays secured to left and right rear portions of a vehicle body, a backrest is supported on the stays so that it can be turned between an upright position and a housed position. In the upright position, the backrest is located above a rear end of the pillion portion such that it can contact from behind the waist of a tandem rider on the pillion portion. In the housed position, the backrest has been turned rearward from above a rear end of the pillion portion and housed in a front portion of the rear carrier so that luggage can be placed on the backrest.

Abstract: A golf bag holder that would be attached to a motorcycle is disclosed. The golf bag holder would comprise a series of support bars that would be mounted to the rear side mounts of a motorcycle, with a golf bag being placed on top of the support bars and then strapped in.

Abstract: A luggage rack for a motorcycle includes a frame assembly, the frame assembly removably mounted to upright bars with respect to a seat of the motorcycle, and a top plate, the top plate interchangeable with at least one other top plate having a different configuration, and the top plate removably attached with respect to the frame assembly.

Abstract: A bag carrying bicycle rack installed over the rear wheel of a bicycle. In order to more appropriately hold a knapsack, a stretchable “fishnet” is used as a means to hold the knapsack. Because it is stretchable, it can conform to a variety of irregular shapes and hold them very securely.

Abstract: A box structure for fixing folding bicycle comprises a positioning device comprising a body member being connected to fold bicycle and a positioning member; and a box device comprising a body locating a chute in one side that being connected to a draw bar means and a positioning hole which providing to fasten to said positioning device by plunging said positioning member.

Abstract: A multi-purpose mounting member for a bicycle fork, especially a front suspension fork, is provided. The multi-purpose mounting member has a rigid front support portion, a rear support portion and a recessed portion that connects the front and rear portions together. The recessed portion forms a mounting space that is sized to receive the inner side surfaces of the forks and the ridge of the fork. Preferably, the multi-purpose mounting member is designed to provide a smooth contoured connection with the front fork. In other words, the mounting space of the multipurpose mounting member is shaped and arranged to provide a very attractive integrated appearance. The front and rear portions are preferably provided with fenders that are adjustable in the longitudinal direction. Moreover, the front support portion is also designed to receive other accessory components, such as an electrical control box, a lamp or a carrier. In other embodiments, the multi-purpose mounting member can be constructed of several pieces.

Abstract: A trunk system which is intended for motorcycles and which, together with a luggage rack disposed in the rear area of the motorcycle, forms a plane. The result is an expanded, stable supporting surface for additional luggage.

Abstract: A motorcycle golf bag carrier is used with a saddlebag mounting system in which a pair of frame-mounted brackets each having an opening are spaced from each other longitudinally of the motorcycle at approximately the same vertical elevation. A locking pin extends through the opening in each bracket, and an elongate, longitudinally extending, frame-mounted rail is disposed at a vertical elevation lower than the brackets. The carrier according to the invention includes a generally L-shaped bracket having a first, laterally extending section and a second, vertically extending section. The first section includes a longitudinally extending channel of a size and shape that approximates the size and shape of the longitudinally extending rail and which permits the bracket to be mounted to the rail. The second section has a pair of spaced openings of a size and shape to receive the pins, the openings being aligned with the openings in the brackets when the channel is mounted to the rail.

Abstract: A saddlebag support assembly for use on a motorcycle includes a mounting member mounted to the motorcycle's shock bolt. A portion of the mounting member extends below a lower edge of the motorcycle's rear fender. The saddlebag support assembly also includes front and rear arms having front and rear plates. The front plate is mounted to the portion of the mounting member below the lower edge of the rear fender. An internal support member is mounted to the shock bolt and extends rearwardly thereof. The internal support member includes a depending portion defining a slot that receives the rear plate. The rear plate is fastened to the depending portion of the internal support member. The saddlebag support assembly further includes a bottom support for supporting the saddlebag from underneath, and a bracket having quick-release bosses. Quick-release fasteners are used to secure the saddlebag to the quick-release bosses from the inside of the saddlebag.

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 readily removable storage unit for mounting on the rear fender of a motorcycle comprising a storage compartment member defining an open cavity and a cover pivotably mounted on the compartment member adjacent its front end for movement between a cavity closing position and an open position. A lock is provided on the compartment member and the cover adjacent the rear wall for securing the cover in the cavity closing position. A fastener on the bottom wall of the compartment member is engageable with the rear fender of the motorcycle, and the saddle and compartment member have a cooperating releasable tongue and bracket so that the storage unit is mounted by first engaging the saddle and then engaging the fastener in the motorcycle rear fender.

Abstract: A motorcycle that includes a luggage rack and/or backrest secured to a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is positioned under the motorcycle seat and is secured to the rear fender of the motorcycle. Attaching the mounting bracket below the motorcycle seat conceals the mounting hardware that is used to secure the mounting bracket to the rear fender. Concealing mounting hardware on a motorcycle enhances the aesthetic appearance of the motorcycle.

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 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: A motorcycle stand uses a novel combination of components including a primary capture mechanism that consists of a transverse rod on which are mounted two vertical capture plates that translate inward as the motorcycle tire enters the stand. The capture plates are mounted for rotation orthogonally to the translation concomitantly with a tire contact plate. Translation of the plates is accomplished by the spring action and location of a pair of compressible pivot rods that have one end mounted forward and outward of the main rotation axis of the tire contact plate and the other end affixed to the sides of the capture plates. Forward rotation of the primary capture mechanism results in inward translation of the capture plates until they contact the tire side-wall. Further rotation results in compression of the springs in each pivot rod. A second, upper engagement shoe cooperates to ensure that the tire is fully captured.

Abstract: Saddlebag support bars and mounting plates for supporting saddlebags on a motorcycle. The mounting plates are flat members with a first end having a reduced thickness to cooperate with the bracket of a motorcycle backrest. The mounting brackets include a pair of bolt-receiving mounting holes for mounting the support bars, one of which has a cut-out area on its underside to receive the head of a mounting plate attachment bolt. The support bar includes a modified U-shape projecting rearwardly and outwardly from a respective support bar.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for securing a helmet (44) on a motorcycle includes a set of straps (12 to 18) attached to each other at a generally central point and extending downwardly in radial directions to form a cage (10). One of the straps is a lockable strap (12) and includes a hole (38) disposed at a lower end. The lateral straps (16 and 18) each includes a hook (26) at a lower end for engaging the edges of the motorcycle's fender (28), and the rear strap (14) includes a hook (32) for engaging a hoop member (30) attached to the rear of the fender. A T-shaped anchor (42) with a hole (40) thereon is attached to the front of the fender. When the lockable strap is unlocked and raised, the helmet can be positioned within the cage. The lockable strap can then be lowered so that its hole aligns with the hole on the T-shape anchor, and a lock (46) can be inserted through the holes to lock the helmet in the cage. The helmet is thereby securely protected from theft and accidental damage.